HTC has officially launched its AI smart glasses, the HTC Vive Eagle, marking the company's entry into the display-less smart glasses sector. Featured in this device is a built-in AI assistant compatible with Google Gemini or OpenAI's ChatGPT.
The ChatGPT variant is currently available in its beta version. HTC, renowned for its exceptional smartphones with unique designs and robust specifications, gradually fell behind due to intense competition from Chinese brands.
Now, HTC has entered a less crowded category where smart glasses are seen as the future replacement for smartphones. Imagine a scenario where calling and other functionalities could be embedded entirely within smart glasses, eliminating the need for a phone.
Having launched its inaugural pair, HTC's smart glasses are poised to compete directly with Meta RayBan AI Glasses. Soon, companies like Samsung and others are expected to join this segment. Xiaomi has already debuted its smart glasses in the Chinese market. As for the HTC Vive Eagle, it is priced at 15,600 New Taiwan Dollars (approximately 45,500 INR).
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Presently, this device is exclusively available in Taiwan, launched in four color options—Berry, Black, Coffee, and Gray. It's likely the brand will introduce this device in other markets in the future.
The HTC Vive Eagle AI smart glasses weigh 48.8 grams with lenses, and 42.8 grams without. Equipped with a Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 processor, it offers 4GB RAM and 32GB storage. A 12MP ultra-wide camera is included, capable of capturing photos and recording videos.
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The audio setup of HTC Vive Eagle features a beamforming microphone design; it includes a single directional microphone alongside three omnidirectional ones. Plus, it has two open-ear stereo speakers.
An LED light on the smart glasses illuminates during photo or video recording. A 235mAh battery offers up to 36 hours of battery life, and a magnetic cable is provided for charging. The device works with both Android and iOS platforms.
