The Quark AI Glasses, equipped with the Qwen AI assistant, received their first OTA update on December 31st, further enhancing AI capabilities. Five new features were added: audio notes, image and text memos, multi-intent understanding and execution by large models, Blue Ring payments, and community services. Additionally, popular functions such as translation, itinerary inquiry, and music playback have been optimized based on user feedback.
In the audio recording scenario, the upgraded Quark AI Glasses support sound pickup within a range of ten meters, with effective noise reduction, using the self-developed Quark Audio voice enhancement model and the original five-microphone array plus bone conduction hardware configuration. Moreover, the glasses can accurately identify different speakers and use AI to extract key points from the recorded content, automatically generating to-do lists. This function currently supports transcription and translation for four languages: Chinese, English, Japanese, and Korean.
In the memo scenario, the Quark AI Glasses support both photo and voice-based memo usage. For instance, when standing in front of a parking spot, simply say "Qwen, help me note the parking spot," and the glasses will take a photo of the parking spot and record it. More intelligently, the system has AI classification and semantic understanding capabilities. When the user asks, "What furniture have I wanted to buy in the past month?" the glasses will automatically retrieve historical records and summarize the response.
Another highlight of this update is the support for multi-intent understanding and execution by the large model. Most AI glasses typically handle only single instructions, but the Quark AI Glasses now support understanding and executing two to three compound tasks. For example, "Navigate to the company, play some music I like," or "I need to go to a conference tomorrow at 8 AM and catch a flight at 9 AM, remember to remind me." The Quark AI Glasses can understand these requests and coordinate multiple services such as maps, music, and calendars, improving efficiency and convenience in work and daily life.
The on-the-go translation feature has also been upgraded, supporting translation into 89 languages, including major languages such as English, Japanese, Korean, French, and German, as well as less common languages from various countries and regions, meeting different needs for cross-border travel and business communication.
This OTA update was pushed through the Quark AI Glasses app, and users can click to complete the upgrade. The app also launched a user exchange community, where users can learn about product information, share usage tips and experiences, and participate in official photography, gameplay, and creation contests.
As an important business direction of Alibaba's Qwen C-end division, the Quark AI Glasses have already released two series—S1 and G1—with six SKUs. The Qwen AI assistant, which serves as the core entry point, is accelerating its expansion to multiple terminals such as glasses, PCs, and cars.
