IFA 2025, taking place in Berlin from September 5–9, is Europe’s largest annual consumer technology event, where global brands unveil their latest innovations, including the viaim OpenNote Earphones.
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Viaim has added a new entry to its growing range of AI-powered audio products with the launch of the OpenNote Earphones at IFA 2025.
The brand, already behind the RecDot voice recorder and the NoteKit writing companion, is positioning OpenNote as the next step in blending everyday audio with smart note-taking tools.
OpenNote earphones represent a logical merger: the capture focus of RecDot with the organisational flair of NoteKit, now packed into a set of true wireless buds.
viaim OpenNote Earphones IFA 2025
The OpenNote Earphones are designed with an open-ear fit, featuring memory titanium for enhanced comfort and an IP55 rating for added durability. That means they stay secure without creating pressure in the ear canal, making them easier to wear for long stretches than traditional in-ear designs.
Comfort is clearly a priority, and viaim aims to ensure users can forget they are even wearing them, which is necessary if they are to serve the purpose viaim hopes people will use them for.
At the centre of the product is the company’s VIAIM AI engine. A long press on the earbuds instantly captures phone calls, meetings, or even video audio, with recordings saved directly on the device before being synced to the companion app for playback or sharing.
It is this onboard intelligence that sets OpenNote apart from standard earbuds. By handling the initial processing itself, it removes the need to reach for a phone app every time you want to start recording, while still offering the option to export and manage files later through the VIAIM platform.
The FlashRecord function underpins this experience. By giving users one-touch access to live recordings, the OpenNote Earphones turn into an always-ready capture tool. Whether it’s a business call, a lecture, or an impromptu interview, the idea is to remove barriers between the moment and the recording. This is where the device moves firmly beyond being “just another pair of buds.”
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Recordings can be transcribed in real-time, formatted into structured notes, and translated across 16 languages at launch, with support for multiple use scenarios and limited offline translation capabilities.
Earlier briefings suggested 21 languages, though the published specification currently lists 16.
Crucially, the AI is designed to handle speech in context, not just dump raw text, meaning outputs are closer to finished notes than rough transcripts.
For those juggling multiple conversations or tasks, the system can also create automatic summaries and to-do lists, turning passive recordings into actionable content.
An earphone designed for those who want clarity in both sound and notes, whether they’re at work, in class, or on the go.
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Sound has not been forgotten. The OpenNote Earphones support LHDC Bluetooth for high-resolution playback and include a low-latency gaming mode. Inside are 18×11mm racetrack drivers, certified Hi-Res for a step up in clarity compared with standard buds.
Battery life is quoted at up to 19 hours of use on a single charge, extended to a total of 53 hours when paired with the charging case. Quick charge support delivers around three hours of listening from just a ten-minute top-up, which could be a lifesaver before boarding a long flight. Dual device pairing rounds out the connectivity features, allowing users to switch between their laptop and phone without fuss.
Instead of juggling a voice recorder, translation app, and a pair of earbuds, the OpenNote Earphones combine them all in a single set that looks and wears like any other pair of true wireless buds.
viaim OpenNote Specifications IFA 2025
| Features | Viaim OpenNote Earphones |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | TBC |
| Weight | TBC |
| Colour Options | Black White |
| Recording Modes | Live Recording Phone Call Audio/Video |
| AI Features | Real-time Transcription 16 to 21 Language Translation Summaries & To-do Lists |
| Battery Life | 19 hrs standalone 53 hrs with case 3 hrs from 10 min quick charge |
| Audio | 18×11mm racetrack drivers Hi-Res Audio certified LHDC Bluetooth support |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth Dual Device Pairing |
| Durability | IP55 Rating |
| Special Features | FlashRecord Low Latency Game Mode Memory Titanium Build |
| In the Box | TBC |
| Website | viaim.ai |
viaim OpenNote Earphones Pricing IFA 2025
Pricing is expected to be around $219 for the viaim OpenNote Earphones.
The Viaim OpenNote Earphones will be available for purchase on viaim.ai.
