Face mask have been in demand for protecting users from environmental issues such as air pollution as well as from being affected with viruses. They are currently more in-demand in China because of the coronavirus outbreak.

While Xiaomi is already selling face masks in its home country, the company has now obtained a patent for the new “smart masks” from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

The patent description reveals that the upcoming smart mask from Xiaomi will come equipped with a computing unit for the processor to calculate all the data that the sensors on the mask collects.

The collected data will be stored on the mask using the storage module and can also be transferred to other devices, thanks to the connection module. Along with all this, there’s also a built-in battery that powers the standard air filter.

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It will also come with sensors like accelerometers and gyroscopes which will help the mask determine if the user is moving or in a stationary position. Sensors on the Xiaomi smart mask will be recording data such as total wearing time, pollution absorption, breathing volume, breath counts, among others.

The mask can also be connected to a mobile application which will show all the data in real-time along with giving information about the weather and air quality of users’ city. It seems that the smart mask will also be able to detect potential breathing abnormalities and could also recommend a healthier breathing method.

However, do note that this is just a patent application from Xiaomi which has been granted and the company has not indicated if it plans to launch any such product in the market. Even if it does, there’s no guarantee that the smart mask will be available for purchase in the market anytime soon.

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