YCX26ยท AIE1O
Camera-free AI glasses. Your AI, out in the world.
Founders
- Maceo Cardinale KwikFounder/CEO
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About E1O
E1O (E1 Optics) is building camera-free AI glasses with a private display and a personal assistant. Follow your coding agents, catch up on email, and bring useful information into view. Connected to the E1O app on your phone. Join the early-access waitlist at e1o.com.
San Francisco, CA, USA
E1O: questions
Which YC batch was E1O in?
E1O was in Y Combinator's Spring 2026 batch (X26).
Is E1O still active?
Y Combinator lists E1O as active.
Who founded E1O?
E1O's founders, as listed on its YC page: Maceo Cardinale Kwik (Founder/CEO).
Where is E1O based?
E1O lists San Francisco, CA, USA as its location on YC's directory.
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