# Show HN: Subvocal – Talk to your computer without making noise

- HackerByte page: <https://hackerbyte.net/en/stories/a-developer-tool-that-allows-users-to-interact-with-their-computer-by-speaking-s-50340088>
- Hacker News discussion: <https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50340088>
- Submitted to Hacker News: 2026-11-02T17:16:17.000Z

A developer tool that allows users to interact with their computer by speaking silently.

## AI-generated summary

Subvocal has developed smart glasses that enable users to communicate with their computers through silent speech. The glasses decode mouthing or internal speech into text in real\-time using RF sensing technology. This innovation addresses the limitations of current voice dictation tools in public or shared spaces, allowing for discreet interaction with devices.

## Key points

- Smart glasses decode silent speech \(mouthing/internal speech\) into text.
- Uses RF sensing technology that passes through the face.
- Overcomes limitations of public voice dictation.
- Initial prototypes used EMG electrodes, but switched to RF due to practical issues.
- Pre\-orders are open for the first batch of 500 units with a discount.