Legato has begun selling hearing-assistance glasses that use on-device processing to separate voices from background noise. Legato Frames start at $999 and are intended for adults with up to moderate hearing loss, offering an alternative form factor for people who do not want traditional in-ear hearing aids.
Microphones capture surrounding audio while the company’s system identifies and amplifies speech. A dual-speaker design directs sound toward the wearer and uses cancellation to reduce leakage; Legato claims escaping audio falls by 99 percent a few inches from the ear. The glasses have no camera and do not record audio, according to the company.
The frames weigh 34 grams with lenses and provide an estimated 10 to 12 hours of battery life. Three styles are available, prescription lenses are supported, and Bluetooth handles music and phone calls. Buyers can order online or through selected US eye-care providers, where vision insurance may cover part of the cost.
Legato was founded in 2024 by former Bose hearing and wearable executives Mehul Trivedi and Steve Romine and recently disclosed $12 million in funding. The product’s launch establishes availability, not clinical superiority. Buyers still need to assess fit, hearing profile and performance in their own noisy environments rather than treating AI-based voice separation as a replacement for professional hearing care.