While Xiaomi might be more known for its smartphones ( and more recently, its cars ), the Chinese tech giant also works on a ton of IoT hardware as well as consumer grade accessories, such as wireless audio. Take for example the new Xiaomi Sound Play, a Bluetooth speaker designed for durability with a bit of whimsy thrown in. The Sound Play features a built-in lighting setup with a top Infinity Mirror Light that can display five distinct color effects, alongside a bottom ambient light ring with different animation options. These are all built into a considerably tough outer shell with IP68 water and dust resistance, making it safe even against heavy splashes and dusty trails. According to Xiaomi, the Sound Play delivers a rated output power of 18W with a wide frequency range spanning from 75 Hz to 20k Hz, as well as a signal-to-noise ratio at around 95dB.…