This complete guide shows you exactly how to set up your TicNote Pods 4G, record calls and meetings without your phone, and use AI to get real-time summaries. Read on to find out how it works.
The TicNote Pods 4G is a 4G-connected earbud AI recorder for professionals on the move — record, upload and get live summaries without a phone.
It's built for sales reps, field consultants, and business development professionals who are constantly on the road between client sites and need meeting outcomes before they reach the next appointment.
This guide covers everything from unboxing to 4G features.
What's in the box
Inside your package, you will find:
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TicNote Pods earbuds: Dual mics on each side, 13.4mm dynamic drivers
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Charging case: Built-in 750mAh battery with 4G connectivity
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A 200mm magnetic USB-C cable
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Product Manual
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Warranty Guide
Set up your earbuds
Charge the earbuds and case using the included magnetic USB-C cable. The case fully charges in about 2 hours, earbuds in about 1.5 hours.
To pair, open the case and press the button on the case. The earbuds will enter pairing mode. Download the TicNote app and follow the on-screen instructions to connect via Bluetooth.
Record calls and meetings
TicNote Pods 4G features dual-mode recording to adapt to your environment.
Earbud Mode (for calls): Wear the earbuds and answer a call. Both sides are recorded and transcribed automatically. The dual-mic system with ENC noise cancellation captures your voice clearly even in noisy environments.
Case Mode (for meetings): Place the charging case on the table and close the lid. The built-in mics pick up the whole room, capturing voices clearly from up to 10 meters away.
During recording, use a short press on the earbud panel to drop a highlight. This marks the exact timestamp and signals the AI to focus on what matters most in your final summary.
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Pricing agreements
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Client requirements
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Follow-up action items
Take notes and photos while recording
You don't have to just sit back and listen. While recording, you can stay engaged and capture context in real time.
Take notes
Open the TicNote app during a recording and type notes directly. Your notes sync to the transcript timeline, so you can jump back to exactly what was being said when you wrote something down.
Snap photos
See a whiteboard sketch, a slide deck, or a document? Take a photo in the app. The AI analyzes the image and includes that visual data in your final summary — no need to describe it in words.
Get real-time insights with 4G
With built-in 4G, your recordings upload automatically as you record. Open the TicNote app to see live transcription and real-time summary generation — while the meeting is still running.
Live Summary: AI highlights and summaries generate as you record. Walk out of the meeting already knowing the key points.
Quick Summary: The moment you stop recording, a full summary is pushed to your phone. No waiting, no manual upload.
You can also add visual context. If a client sketches a floor plan or you write on a whiteboard, snap a photo in the app. The AI analyzes the image and includes that visual data in your final summary.
Use AI to find answers and create deliverables
Ask AI
Query a single recording or search across all your past files. The AI gives you reference-based answers with clickable timestamps.
Automatic Transcript
Enable Automatic Transcript in the app settings. After each recording ends, the system automatically generates a transcript, summary, and mindmap — no manual steps needed.
TicNote Cloud
Your recordings sync automatically to TicNote Cloud, the web-based workspace. From any browser, you can search across all your meeting content, generate visual reports, and use built-in Skills to complete work tasks.
In TicNote Cloud, you can use TicNote Connect to share and edit TicNote data in other tools: connect AI assistants like ChatGPT and Claude to read and edit your recordings and summaries; bring your own AI model with API keys from Anthropic, DeepSeek, or Qwen to TicNote Cloud; export transcripts and summaries to various formats like DOCX, PDF, MD, etc., or directly to Notion and Obsidian.
Translation
Use Listen Translation to place the case near a speaker and read the translation on your phone screen. Or use Conversation Translation to wear the earbuds yourself while the other person reads your phone screen.
Pro tips
Maximizing 4G battery life
4G uploading consumes more power. The case provides about 13 hours of recording with 4G on, or about 22 hours with 4G off. For all-day use, charge the case fully before heading out.
Using offline mode
If you're in an area with poor 4G coverage, the earbuds can still record offline. The 32GB case storage holds about 2,150 hours of audio. Sync everything when you're back in coverage.
Custom vocabulary
Add industry-specific jargon in the app settings so the AI captures your terminology accurately. This is especially useful for technical sales or medical consultations.
Privacy and compliance
Recording laws vary by location and situation. Always get consent when recording another person, especially in business meetings.
Your transcripts and notes are encrypted. The 4G connection uses secure protocols for upload, and you can choose to keep files offline if needed.
FAQ
How does TicNote Pods 4G work?
It records calls and meetings with built-in microphones. With 4G activated, recordings upload automatically and AI generates real-time summaries. Without 4G, recordings save locally and sync when you reconnect.
How to start recording?
For calls: wear the earbuds and answer a call — recording starts automatically. For meetings: place the case on the table, close the lid, and press the case button to start recording.
Does it work without a phone?
Yes. With 4G activated, the case uploads recordings independently. You can leave your phone behind and still get real-time summaries.
How long can it record?
The earbuds last about 5 hours per charge. The case provides about 13 hours with 4G on, or about 22 hours with 4G off. Total storage is 32GB (~2,150 hours).
Does it work internationally?
The 4G feature has regional lock based on your purchase region. However, you can still record offline anywhere in the world and sync when you're back in a covered region.
Can I use it for phone calls?
Yes. The earbuds support Bluetooth calls. Answer a call on the earbuds and both sides are recorded and transcribed automatically.
Can it record earphone calls?
Yes. The earbuds record both sides of the call directly — this is what they're designed for.
What's the difference between TicNote Pods 4G and Pods Wi-Fi?
Pods 4G has built-in cellular for real-time upload and live summaries without a phone. Pods Wi-Fi requires Wi-Fi connection for upload and sync, but works globally without regional lock.
