CES 2026: TDM debuts Neo headphones that twist into a portable speaker

Gone are the days of buying two separate audio devices to listen to music on the go. New audio brand TDM — short for Tomorrow Doesn’t Matter — just debuted the world's "first and only" headphones that can twist into a portable speaker in a matter of seconds.

Announced at CES 2026 on Monday, the TDM Neo Hybrid headphones feature a modular design that instantly transforms them from personal over-ear headphones into a compact Bluetooth speaker with a twist. No setup or extra parts necessary. So, when you want to share a song with others, you can simply flick your wrist to convert your solo listening experience into a group jam session.

"With Neo, we want to empower people to live for the now, giving traditional headphone users the freedom to take what they’re listening to and share it through speakers at any given moment,” said David Brailsford, co-founder of TDM."

Beyond the groundbreaking twistability feature, these headphones also include four independently tuned 40mm speaker drivers (two inward and two outward), dual integrated amplifiers for a detailed sound profile, and impressive volume for a speaker that fits in the palm of your hand. As headphones, TDM says they'll last an astounding 200 hours before needing a recharge. As a speaker, you'll need to recharge in about 10 hours. The battery system is also removable, which means you can replace it to extend the life of your Neo headphones and keep listening for years.

Don't care to share your tunes on any given day? You can customize what happens when you twist the TDM Neo. Auto mode will seamlessly switch the audio from the headphone drivers to the speaker drivers when you twist, but you can also set it to pause, power down, or remain inactive on twist.

Tech specs:

• Bluetooth 6 multipoint pairing

• Built-in microphone

• 4 independently tuned speaker drivers

• Dual integrated amplifiers

• 200+ hour battery life in headphones mode

• 10+ hour battery life in speaker mode

• USB-C fast charging (get 8 hours in just 5 minutes)

• Replaceable battery module

• Mode customization on twist

• Adjustable headband

• Removable ear cushions

• Auto power-off

• Overcharge and thermal protection

• Weighs less than 350g

How to order the TDM Neo Hybrid headphones

The Neo Hybrid headphones will be available for pre-order on Kickstarter later this month for $249 in both black and white colorways. If you want to be in the know and get an exclusive discount, head over to the TDM website and sign up for updates with your email address.

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