Subtle announced its Voicebuds wireless headphones during CES 2026 in Las Vegas on January 5, 2026.The headphones rely on a custom AI model that runs locally on the device, to convert speech into text with high accuracy even in a gentle whisper or in very noisy environments, such as an exhibition floor. 5x fewer transcription errors than AirPods Pro 2 with OpenAI.Key features include active noise cancellation, multiple microphone array, The ability to make calls and play normal audioInstant transcription of notes and conversations.
The headphones support the company’s artificial intelligence assistant, but they do not support Apple’s “Hey Siri” command.The headphones are priced at $199 and include a free one-year subscription to the Subtle app on iOS (no Android support). After the year is up, a paid subscription is $17 per month to access advanced features, while maintaining the accuracy of basic transcripts without a subscription.The headphones were tested in noisy environments like the CES floor, where they successfully replicated whispered speech or in the presence of loud music.
