The glasses stem from the startup’s goal of making hearing care more accessible by addressing the cost, comfort, and stigma associated with traditional hearing aids.
Hearing tech startup Legato launches its AI hearing glasses

Key takeaways
Legato has launched its AI-powered hearing glasses, called Legato Frames, which are available for purchase starting at $999.
- Legato Frames integrate AI-based hearing-assistance technology into eyewear frames.
- The glasses are designed for adults with up to moderate levels of hearing loss.
- The frames have an open-ear design and direct sound towards the wearer while canceling sound that escapes.
- The glasses have 10-12 hours of battery life and support prescription lenses and Bluetooth streaming.
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- October 1, 2026 at 10:33 PM GMT+8
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