Philips wins 52 Red Dot Awards, including ‘Best of the Best’ for i9000 Prestige Ultra Series

Philips has been recognized with 52 Red Dot Awards this year, highlighting the continued focus on meaningful, user-driven design. Among the winners, the Philips i9000 Prestige Ultra Series shaver received the Red Dot: Best of the Best – one of the highest honours in the design world.

The i9000 Prestige Ultra Series was created to deliver a premium, personalized shaving experience. “We wanted it to feel effortless and intuitive, like a natural extension of the user,” said Georges Beaujean, Design Leader for Grooming and Beauty at Philips. “From its sculpted handle and intelligent sensors to the multifunctional UV Power Charger – which functions as a travel case, charging stand, battery extender, and UV-light sanitize – every detail was designed with empathy and precision.”

Sustainability also played a key role in the design. The shaver incorporates bio-based and recycled materials and comes with a 7-year warranty, reflecting Philips’ commitment to durability and environmental responsibility.

A century of empathy-driven design

Empathy has been at the heart of Philips’ design philosophy for over a century, ever since the first Head of Design, Louis Kalff, joined in 1925. “This year’s Red Dot wins reflect how we continue to put people first. Empathy is at the heart of everything we do. We want to create solutions that are not only functional and beautiful, but also meaningful. These awards are a great recognition of our teams’ creativity and dedication,” said Peter Skillman, Head of Design. “They show how far we’ve come and where we’re heading in the future. It’s a timely reminder of the impact thoughtful design can have on people.”

The Red Dot Awards are among the most respected international design competitions, recognizing products that combine outstanding design quality with innovation. Winning a Red Dot is a mark of excellence. Next to the Best of the Best award for i9000 Prestige Ultra Series, Philips also received recognition for:
 

• Cardiac Workstation 7000/5000
• CT 5300
• Spectral CT 7500
• All-in-one Trimmer Series 3000
• Beard Trimmer Series 3000, 5000, 7000
• Body Groomer Series 3000, 5000, 7000
• Compact Shaver
• Shaver 3000 Series
• Azurion Neuro Biplane
• Avent Hands-free Breast Pump
• Avent Premium Connected Baby Monitor