Learn how privacy indicators, capture LED protections, and recording notifications work on VIVE Eagle AI smart glasses so you can capture photos, videos, and AI experiences responsibly while helping others know when the device camera is active.
VIVE Eagle is designed with privacy-focused indicators that help make camera activity visible to people around you. When you take photos, record videos, or use visual AI features, built-in indicators communicate when the camera is active and help promote responsible use of the device.
What is the capture LED?
The capture LED is a dedicated light located on your right as you wear the glasses. It serves as a privacy indicator that lets nearby people know when the camera is being used. The capture LED is part of the device's built-in privacy protections.
VIVE Eagle includes both:
- A capture LED located on the front of the frame that indicates camera activity.
- A separate status LED on the inner side of the glasses that communicates device status, connection status, battery status, and notifications.
Why does VIVE Eagle use a capture LED?
The capture LED is designed to increase transparency when using camera-related features. It helps others recognize when the device is capturing photos, recording video, or performing visual AI tasks that use the camera.
This privacy-focused design ensures that camera activity is visibly indicated rather than occurring without notice.
What happens if the capture LED is covered?
To help protect privacy, VIVE Eagle restricts photo and video capture when the capture LED is blocked.
Photo capture
You cannot take photos if:
- The capture LED is covered.
- The glasses are not being worn.
When a photo is successfully taken:
- The status LED blinks once to indicate a photo was captured.
Video recording
You cannot record video if:
- The capture LED is covered.
- The glasses are not being worn.
When video recording is active:
- The status LED remains solid white to indicate that recording is in progress.
How do privacy protections work when taking photos?
You can take photos using either of the following methods:
- Press the capture button on the right temple.
- Use the voice command to take a photo.
Regardless of the method used, VIVE Eagle checks that:
- The capture LED is unobstructed.
- The glasses are being worn.
If either requirement is not met, photo capture is not allowed. This helps ensure that camera use remains visible and intentional.
How do privacy protections work when recording video?
You can start video recording by:
- Long-pressing the capture button.
- Using a voice command to record a video.
Before recording begins, VIVE Eagle verifies that:
- The capture LED is not covered.
- The glasses are being worn.
These requirements help ensure that video recording is visible to people nearby and that the device is being actively worn by the user.
Do visual AI features use privacy indicators?
Yes. The VIVE Eagle camera is used not only for photos and videos, but also for visual AI experiences such as:
- Visual translation
- Reading text aloud
- Identifying landmarks
- Identifying artwork
- Identifying plants or animals
- Scene description
- Location reviews and contextual information
The device is designed so that camera activity is indicated through its privacy indicator system, helping others understand when camera-assisted features are in use.
Understanding related LED notifications
The status LED provides additional information about device activity.
Camera-related indications
| Status LED behavior | Meaning |
| Blinks once | A photo was captured |
| Solid white | A video recording is in progress |
| Blinks continuously white | VIVE AI is listening |
| Blinks twice fast white | A new notification was received |
Error indications
| Status LED behavior | Meaning |
| Blinks twice red | System error or device overheating |
Best practices for responsible use
When using VIVE Eagle in public or shared spaces:
- Be aware of local laws and regulations regarding photography, video recording, and audio recording.
- Respect the privacy and preferences of people around you.
- Make sure the capture LED remains unobstructed during use.
- Inform participants when recording meetings or conversations if required by local regulations or organizational policies.
- Use camera and AI features responsibly in environments where privacy expectations may be higher.
Frequently asked questions
Can I disable the capture LED?
The device uses the capture LED as a built-in privacy feature. Photo and video capture are blocked when the capture LED is covered.
Can I take photos when I'm not wearing VIVE Eagle?
No. Photo capture is unavailable when the glasses are not being worn.
Can I record video when I'm not wearing VIVE Eagle?
No. Video recording is unavailable when the glasses are not being worn.
How can I tell when a recording is active?
While a video is being recorded, the status LED remains solid white. Photos and videos also require the capture LED privacy indicator to remain unobstructed.
Why won't VIVE Eagle let me take a photo or record a video?
Check the following:
- Make sure the capture LED is not covered.
- You are wearing the glasses properly.
- The device has sufficient battery and is functioning normally.