News in Short
- Viture has introduced Vonder smart glasses focused on AI and everyday use.
- The glasses have no cameras or displays.
- Vonder uses voice recordings and AI to create searchable memories.
- Users can choose prescription, progressive and transition lenses.
- The glasses weigh around 30g and support custom frames and finishes.
Viture has entered the smart glasses market with a product built around AI memories. Unlike the company’s display-focused eyewear, Vonder does not include cameras or screens.
Instead, the glasses use microphones, speakers and onboard hardware to capture voice-based information. The idea is to make Vonder feel more like regular eyewear while adding AI-powered assistance.
The company is also focusing heavily on privacy. Vonder only records audio when the user activates it, while the glasses avoid the always-on recording approach found in some smart wearables.
Vonder smart glasses start at $299
Viture Vonder smart glasses start at $299 in the US before customisations. Pre-orders will open on September 28 through Vonder’s website and Best Buy stores.
The company says orders will begin shipping in November. For buyers outside the US, including India, Viture is currently accepting registrations of interest rather than orders.
This means Indian pricing and availability have not been announced yet.
Around 30g and designed like regular glasses
Vonder has been designed to look and feel closer to conventional eyewear. The glasses weigh around 30g and avoid displays and cameras to keep the hardware relatively minimal.
Users can choose from different frame designs, colours and finishes. The glasses also support prescription lenses, including progressive and transition lens options.
That makes the product potentially more practical for people who already wear glasses. Instead of using a separate smart device, Vonder is designed to fit into an everyday eyewear routine.
AI turns conversations into searchable memories
At the centre of Vonder is the Vonder Personal Memory Graph. The AI system can record, process and recall information from audio.
Users can use voice prompts for tasks such as taking notes and making hands-free calls. The companion app also lets users choose other AI models, including Gemini, Claude and ChatGPT.
One of the more interesting features is Meeting Mode. A physical switch activates the mode and turns on an LED indicator. It can then record and separate different voices during meetings and conversations.
Privacy is a major part of the design
Vonder takes a different approach to audio storage. The glasses do not retain the original recorded audio after processing it.
Instead, the system converts recordings into text and memories before deleting the original audio. The company also says Vonder uses financial-grade encryption, positioning the glasses for use in professional environments.
In regular use, the glasses recognise and record only the user’s voice when prompted. Meeting Mode can be activated separately when users want to capture a broader conversation.
Full-day battery and fast charging
Despite the lightweight design, Vonder promises enough battery life for a full day of use. The glasses also support fast charging for users who need a quick top-up.
Viture says the battery can reach 80 percent in around 25 minutes. Combined with the lightweight construction, the approach suggests that Vonder is designed as an everyday wearable rather than an occasional gadget.
The absence of a camera and display also gives Vonder a different identity within the growing smart glasses market. Instead of focusing on visual information or photography, the glasses put voice, AI memories and privacy at the centre of the experience.
