Caption Glass™ Launches Revolutionary AR Glasses for Real-Time Captioning, Addressing 466 Million People Worldwide
SAN FRANCISCO — Caption.com.ai today announced Caption Glass™, the world's most advanced AR glasses designed specifically for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community. With industry-leading sub-200 millisecond latency and offline capabilities, Caption Glass™ represents a breakthrough in accessibility technology.
"For too long, the 466 million people worldwide with disabling hearing loss have been forced to choose between expensive, delayed interpretation services or missing out on conversations entirely," said Jacob Lopez, CEO and founder of Caption.com.ai. "As a CODA who watched my deaf family members struggle with communication barriers daily, I'm building the solution they've always needed."
Key Features:
- <200ms latency — Near-instantaneous captions that keep pace with natural conversation
- Offline mode — Works in hospitals, secure facilities, and areas without connectivity
- Multi-speaker support — Identifies and labels different speakers in group settings
- 30+ hour battery life — All-day use without charging
- FCC certified — Eligible for government reimbursement programs
Market Opportunity:
The deaf and hard-of-hearing community represents a $9.4 billion market in the US alone. Currently, there are fewer than 10,000 active ASL interpreters serving over 11 million hard-of-hearing adults — a critical shortage that Caption Glass™ helps address through technology.
"Every month, over 4,000 medical visits happen without proper interpretation," Lopez continued. "My brother Chris died from an overdose because he couldn't access deaf-friendly rehab services. Caption Glass™ ensures no one else has to face those barriers."
Pricing and Availability:
Caption Glass™ will be available for pre-order starting February 2025 at $599, with a $29/month subscription for Caption Plus services. Early adopters can join the waitlist at caption.com.ai/glasses for priority access and special launch pricing.
The company plans to ship 50 beta units to deaf influencers and university disability offices in Q4 2025, with general availability targeted for early 2026.
About Caption.com.ai:
Founded by Jacob Lopez, a Child of Deaf Adults (CODA) and creator of Interpreting.app, Caption.com.ai is building the future of accessible communication. The company's mission is to ensure every conversation, meeting, and moment is accessible to everyone, regardless of hearing ability.
For more information, visit caption.com.ai or contact press@caption.com.ai.