viaim's earbuds solve the biggest problems with AI note-taking devices

Note-taking is one area where AI has made a noticeable difference. However, even with the latest AI note-taking devices, you'll still have to carry around a dedicated device or fire up a laptop or phone for note-taking apps.

With the RecDot earbuds and OpenNote earbuds, viaim makes it easy to record meetings, phone calls, and even face-to-face conversations by integrating AI into something you already wear. You can capture conversations from virtually anywhere without carrying extra hardware or relying on multiple devices, but there is more.

A smart meeting assistant right in your ears

viaim is a tech company that makes AI note-taking devices designed to turn conversations into actionable information. Its RecDot earbuds and OpenNote headphones bring note-taking features to a form factor people use daily, making it easier to record meetings, lectures, interviews, and phone calls.

Unlike most note-taking devices, which often require a dedicated recorder or laptop, the RecDot and OpenNote are always within reach. More importantly, these earbuds can record your meeting instantly with just a single tap on the case or on the earbuds themselves, a feature that viaim calls FlashRecord.

Whether it's an impromptu meeting, lecture, face-to-face conversation, or phone call, you can start recording in seconds instead of wasting time (and potentially missing important information) setting up a recorder or opening an app.

Real-time recording and transcription

If you've ever finished a meeting and struggled to remember the key points, you're not alone. Even when notes are available, finding a specific decision, deadline, or takeaway can mean digging through pages of notes or listening to an entire recording.

The RecDot and OpenNote are designed to save you that effort. Once a conversation has been recorded, the viaim app can generate a complete, searchable transcript that you can review and revisit at any time on your phone. More importantly, the earbuds can transcribe audio in 78 languages and provide real-time translation, making them useful when attending a lecture, collaborating with an international team, or speaking with clients in different regions.

On top of that, viaim's AI assistant can generate summaries, highlight key discussion points, extract action items, and create to-do lists based on the conversation and transcripts. For longer meetings, this can save a significant amount of time while ensuring important details don't get overlooked.

All recordings, transcripts, and AI-generated notes are available through the viaim app, which is available on Android, iOS, Windows, and macOS. That said, the earbuds are also compatible with popular video conferencing services, such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, and Webex, allowing you to capture and organize information from virtual meetings just as easily as in-person conversations and phone calls.

viaim RecDot: AI note-taking earbuds with ANC

The RecDot is the flagship offering from viaim, and besides AI-powered features, it offers other specs you'd normally find in high-end wireless earbuds. The biggest highlights here are support for hi-res audio and active noise cancellation, which ensures your conversations are clear, even when making calls in public.

Under the hood, the RecDot packs 11mm titanium-coated dynamic drivers that keep the earbuds light while still delivering a wider soundstage with clear mids and powerful bass. The earbuds can last up to 36 hours with the charging case, and USB-C and wireless charging.

viaim OpenNote: Open-ear comfort with same AI features

If you prefer to stay aware of your surroundings while listening to audio, the OpenNote offers an alternative to the RecDot in-ear earbuds. Its open-ear design lets you listen to music, take calls, and record conversations without completely blocking out the outside world. This makes the earbuds particularly useful for long workdays, commuting, or anyone who finds in-ear models uncomfortable after extended use.

Like the RecDot, the OpenNote includes the same AI-powered recording, transcription, translation, and meeting summary features. The difference here is the design. Granted, the RecDot does have a transparency mode, but the OpenNote’s open-ear design helps keep you naturally aware of your surroundings, a design that won the prestigious iF Design Award 2026.

Battery life is another strong point. The OpenNote can last up to 19 hours on a single charge, with the charging case extending total battery life to as much as 53 hours. Recharging is handled via USB-C, making it easy to top up the battery between meetings, lectures, or work sessions.

Getting started with viaim

Whether you choose the RecDot or OpenNote comes down to your preferred design. The RecDot offers a traditional in-ear fit with active noise cancellation, while the OpenNote's open-ear design prioritizes comfort and environmental awareness. Both include the same AI-powered recording, transcription, translation, and meeting assistant features.

viaim includes a free plan with 600 minutes of AI transcription each month, which should be enough for most users. If you regularly attend meetings, lectures, interviews, or conference calls, other subscription plans are available with additional transcription minutes and expanded AI capabilities.

With the RecDot and OpenNote, viaim offers a practical way to record conversations, generate transcripts, extract action items, and stay on top of important discussions without carrying extra devices or juggling multiple apps.

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