Timekettle LiveTalk open-ear translator earbuds, black
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Choose countryTimekettle LiveTalk open-ear earbuds translate conversations, calls and multimedia content. They support over 50 languages and over 100 accents, with offline translation available for 25 language pairs.
Four translation modes
- Face-to-Face: share one earbud with the other person, or wear both while they listen through the phone. The system automatically distinguishes speakers.
- Live Listening: hear real-time translations of lectures, presentations and conversations through the earbuds.
- Voice Call: translate both sides of phone and video calls without the other person installing an additional app. Call archiving is also available.
- Multi-Media: translate videos, courses and presentations in real time with bilingual subtitles.
App, plans and device connections
Initial pairing and customisable touch controls are managed in the Timekettle app. The free plan includes 200 translation minutes; other plans offer higher limits or unlimited minutes. Service plans also include AI Refinement, AI Language Tutor, AI Live Summary and Personal Glossary. Context-aware LLM translation works with Babel OS, with OTA software updates supported.
Voice Call and Multi-Media modes support simultaneous phone and computer connections. No additional computer software is needed: launch the app on your smartphone. Data is encrypted throughout processing, with GDPR and FERPA compliance.
Battery life and contents
Each earbud weighs 6.9 g. Continuous translation lasts up to 4 hours per charge, or up to 15 hours with the case; total music playback with the case reaches up to 35 hours. The set includes the earbuds, charging case and USB-C cable.
| Manufacturer | Timekettle |
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| Model | LiveTalk |
| Colour | Black |
| Type | Open-ear |
| Supported translation modes | Face-to-Face Translation, Live Listening Translation, Voice Call Translation, Multi-Media Translation |
| Translation service access | Via the Timekettle app as part of available plans |
| Free plan translation limit | 200 min |
| Supported operating systems | Android 7.0 or later, iOS 12.1 or later |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Number of microphones | 2 per earbud |
| Driver | 11 mm |
| Battery capacity per earbud | 60 mAh |
| Charging case battery capacity | 500 mAh |
| Continuous translation time per charge | Up to 4 h |
| Total translation time with charging case | Up to 15 h |
| Total music playback time with charging case | Up to 35 h |
| Charging port | USB-C |
| Power input | 5 V / 1 A |
| Case charging time | 75 min |
| Single earbud dimensions | 53.4 × 34 × 13.4 mm |
| Single earbud weight | 6.9 g |
| Case dimensions | 75 × 66 × 25 mm |
| Case weight with earbuds | 74.9 g |
| Translation languages and accents | Over 50 languages and over 100 accents |
| Offline translation | 25 language pairs |
| Simultaneous dual-device connection | Phone and computer in Voice Call and Multi-Media modes |
| Touch controls | Enable, disable and customise in the app, including volume and voice assistant controls |
| Translation technology and updates | Context-aware LLM AI model, Babel OS, OTA updates |
| Additional service features | AI Refinement, AI Language Tutor, AI Live Summary with timeline-based summaries, Personal Glossary; available in service plans |
| Data protection | Encryption throughout the processing cycle; GDPR and FERPA compliance |
| Material properties | Antibacterial, skin-friendly materials |
| EAN | 6971362040741 |
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Is translation free, and can it work offline?
The free plan includes 200 translation minutes. Other plans offer higher limits or unlimited minutes. Offline translation is available for 25 language pairs; the service is accessed through the Timekettle app.
Which phone is required, and can I connect a computer?
You need the Timekettle app and Android 7.0 or later, or iOS 12.1 or later. Voice Call and Multi-Media modes support simultaneous phone and computer connections. No additional software needs to be installed on the computer.
