HTC launches round-frame VIVE Eagle smart glasses with live AI translation

HTC has added a round-frame version to its VIVE Eagle smart glasses lineup, combining upgraded imaging with AI tools aimed at travel, work, everyday use and content creation. The Taiwan launch price is NT$15,600, while selected 5G plans from Chunghwa Telecom and Taiwan Mobile offer the glasses for as little as zero dollars.

The new model keeps the lightweight design of the VIVE Eagle and comes in charcoal black, brown and blue. Buyers can choose clear, sunglass or photochromic ZEISS lenses. Video resolution rises from 2K to 3K, and the glasses add slow-motion recording and livestreaming through platforms including YouTube and Twitch.

AI features are a major part of the update. The glasses offer live translation in two modes, listening and conversation. VIVE AI Notes now supports 96 languages and combines recording, transcripts, speaker recognition and AI-generated summaries for meetings, study and daily notes. Users can also answer calls with a nod or reject them by shaking their head.

HTC says the glasses use an open AI architecture that lets users choose Google Gemini or OpenAI GPT. The company also highlights data encryption, recording indicators and wear detection as privacy measures. The built-in 235mAh battery supports fast charging, reaching 50% in 10 minutes. An 8-gram magnetic portable battery can attach to the frame, while standby time exceeds 36 hours.