The 2008 concept was based on "tilting technology," per a BMW press release. The SIMPLE was a three-wheeler — one wheel in the front and two in the back — that utilized tilt-steering.

It’s not clear how much of the Concept One’s design will be incorporated into Nothing’s final consumer-ready earbuds but based on this early look, Nothing’s styling is off to a good start.

Imagine this: you’re in a meeting, tasked with explaining a critical concept to your team. The stakes are high, and all eyes are on you. You start talking, but halfway through, you notice blank ...