HTC's smart glasses are reportedly on their way to the US, although the company has not confirmed this.

      Amazon briefly listed the VIVE Eagle for a September 1 launch, but HTC still states that the $499 glasses are exclusively available in Taiwan.

      HTC’s VIVE Eagle smart glasses may finally be making their way to the US. It seems Amazon was ahead of HTC in revealing this information.

      Notebookcheck discovered six versions available for preorder at $499, each with a September 1 release date. Amazon has since removed the listings, so new orders are closed, leaving those who previously placed orders uncertain about their status.

      HTC has not confirmed any US launch details. Its website continues to state that the VIVE Eagle is exclusive to Taiwan, indicating this is likely a retailer leak featuring surprisingly detailed entries.

      What did Amazon unveil?

      The apparent US offerings included round and square frames with either clear or tinted lenses. Four finishes were available, such as Glossy Black and Apricot, though the specific combinations varied.

      This selection differs from what is available in Taiwan, which includes options like Berry and Grey. It appears more like a set prepared for a different market rather than outdated information posted on Amazon. The individual product pages lend credibility to the leak, but there’s no assurance that all models will be available by launch day.

      What does $499 include?

      The VIVE Eagle is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 chip, featuring 4GB of RAM and 32GB of storage. It has a 12MP ultrawide camera for capturing first-person photos and videos, along with open-ear speakers for music and calls.

      The integrated voice assistant can access Google Gemini and OpenAI GPT. Its most intriguing feature is camera-based translation, and it also supports hands-free note-taking. HTC claims up to 4.5 hours of continuous music playback, with a 10-minute charge capable of restoring half the battery life.

      That package is priced at $499 in the US, making the VIVE Eagle $200 more expensive than the lowest-priced Ray-Ban Meta glasses.

      When will HTC provide confirmation?

      Amazon's early listings suggest a US release is probable, but this is not a confirmation. The September 1 date, $499 price, and listed configurations may still change before sales commence.

      For now, prospective buyers should consider the September 1 date as leaked information. HTC also needs to clarify whether Amazon will fulfill orders made before the listings were taken down. With the potential release less than seven weeks away, an official announcement will be the next reliable point of trust.

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