Legato Launches AI Hearing Glasses Priced at $999 with 99% Sound Reduction

Legato has launched its AI-powered hearing glasses, Legato Frames, priced at $999. Founded in 2024 by Mehul Trivedi and Steve Romine, both with backgrounds in wearables and hearing care from companies like Bose and EssilorLuxottica, the startup has secured $12 million in funding from investors including Neotribe Ventures, Listen, and Village Global. The Legato Frames weigh 34 grams with lenses and offer a battery life of 10-12 hours. They feature a unique AI system that distinguishes voices from background noise, amplifying desired sounds while achieving a 99% reduction of sound just inches away from the ear. Notably, all processing occurs directly on the glasses without the use of cameras or recording, ensuring user privacy. This launch follows a trend in the hearing tech industry towards more integrated and discreet solutions.