AI Earbuds Translate 42 Languages and Accents in Real Time
▼ Summary
– Timekettle announced the W4 AI Interpreter Earbuds at IFA 2025, adding to its product lineup.
– The earbuds use AI and bone conduction technology for clearer sound and more precise translations.
– They translate 42 languages in 95 accents with 98% accuracy and 0.2 seconds of audio latency.
– The W4 earbuds offer four hours of continuous translation and up to 10 hours with the charging case.
– They are available for $349 in Midnight Blue and Sandy Gold.
Imagine holding a conversation with someone who speaks a completely different language, with the words flowing seamlessly between you in real time. That’s the promise of the newly unveiled W4 AI Interpreter Earbuds from Timekettle, introduced at IFA 2025. These innovative earbuds are designed to break down language barriers for international professionals and travelers alike, offering instant translation across an impressive range of tongues and dialects.
The W4 earbuds stand out thanks to their use of bone conduction technology, which captures sound vibrations directly through the bones of the speaker’s face. This method significantly improves audio clarity, especially in noisy settings where conventional microphones often struggle. By sensing vibrations rather than relying solely on airborne sound, the earbuds can pick up even softly spoken words, making private conversations in public spaces far more practical.
These smart earbuds support translation for 42 languages and 95 regional accents, achieving a remarkable 98% accuracy rate with just 0.2 seconds of latency. That means conversations feel natural, without awkward pauses or misunderstandings. Under the hood, the device runs on Bebl OS 2.0, an AI-powered translation system built on advanced large language models. This allows the software to grasp context, predict intent, and avoid errors caused by words that sound alike but mean different things.
Users can even personalize their experience by adding custom vocabulary, ensuring that slang, industry-specific terms, or local expressions are correctly interpreted. Battery life is another strong suit, the earbuds deliver up to four hours of continuous translation, extendable to ten hours with the included charging case.
Priced at $349, the W4 is available in two elegant color options: Midnight Blue and Sandy Gold. For global communicators seeking a dedicated and reliable translation tool, these earbuds represent a significant step forward in wearable AI technology.
(Source: ZDNET)
