IX Buds
AI hearing buds for everyday life — and for everyone.
IX Buds are intelligent, discreet audio wearables that transcribe, alert and assist in real time. Built for deaf and hard-of-hearing users — and designed to make the world more accessible for everyone.
Hear the world through IX Buds
Switch between modes to experience how IX Buds transcribe, alert, focus and assist — in real time, discreetly.
Each mode uses on-device AI plus visual feedback — no phone needed.
Converts speech around you into real-time text you can read.
Designed for real life
Real-time transcription
Converts speech, announcements and conversations into clear text you can read instantly.
Sound awareness
Detects important sounds like alarms, doorbells, sirens, knocks and baby cries — then alerts you.
Conversation assist
Directional microphones focus on the person in front of you, even in noisy places.
Smart replies
AI suggests quick text responses you can show or send during conversations.
On-device AI
Low-latency processing on the buds for speed, privacy and all-day battery life.
Privacy by design
Your audio never leaves your device unless you choose to. You control everything.
Technology that includes everyone
IX Buds are not just another pair of earbuds. They are being co-designed with deaf and hard-of-hearing users to create real independence — because the best AI is the one that works for all of us.
Designed with the deaf community in mind — captions, alerts and visual feedback that keep you connected.
Cut through background noise in restaurants, stations, meetings and crowded streets.
Live captions help with concentration, language learning and following fast conversations.
Crystal-clear calls, voice assistant access and situational awareness for anyone.