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Tom's Guide
3 days ago
- Tom's Guide
I wore the Even Realities G1 for a month — and they're smart glasses I'd actually wear despite their flaws
After being asked to make a speech at a wedding I had only an hour to prepare for, I was in full-blown panic mode. What to say, what stories to bring up and how the heck would I remember it all? Well, that's when the Even Realities G1 smart glasses came in clutch. You see, these AI glasses with a simple HUD come equipped with a handy teleprompt feature that displays text as you speak, right in your field of view. It almost felt like I was cheating, but for all the right reasons — all in a pair of specs that don't look all that "smart." That's just one of the many perks of wearing the G1 smart glasses, which have also helped me navigate around town with seamless directions, translate conversations in different languages and check in with notifications at just a glance. It's like having an unintrusive, simplistic smartphone on your face, one that feels like your regular pair of specs. As smart glasses like the Viture Luma Pro and Xreal One Pro deliver mesmerizing virtual AR displays that can act as a TV screen in chunky frames that scream "these are AR glasses!", the Even Realities G1 scraps all that for a casual, lightweight and comfortable design with an everyday appeal. More so than most these days, these are the smart specs you'd actually reach for to wear daily. And yes, they come with a prescription. But take a look at its $599/£594 price tag and you'll be second-guessing if the G1's features and appeal are worth it. That's a hefty cost, and you won't find any camera or speakers here, unlike the Ray-Ban Meta glasses or Solos AirGo 3 (no camera, but you do get audio). Plus, with its own Even AI, responses to prompts are all over the place. Although the good news is you can switch to ChatGPT or Perplexity. Are these the best smart glasses you can get? Maybe for some, but you'll be paying a pretty penny for them. Price From $599/£594 Display Micro-LED, 640x200 virtual screen, 1000 nits of perceived brightness, 20Hz Field of view (FOV) 25 degrees Dimensions (when open) 5.4 x 5.2 x 1.4 inches Weight 1.5 ounces Everyone is vying for a pair of smart glasses that have that seamless, everyday glasses look, and the Even Realities G1 are the closest I've seen. Having the AR interface and AI capabilities crammed in are what make these specs remarkable. Okay, I didn't end up wearing the G1 smart glasses to make that wedding speech, as I don't tend to wear specs in pictures anyway. But if I did, there wouldn't be many that would bat an eyelid and wonder if these are AI glasses in the first place — unlike the Viture Luma Pro and Xreal One Pro. Think of the G1 as your usual prescription glasses with a touch of AI, featuring larger-than-most temple tips that hide behind the ears. That's how Even Realities gets away with the G1's simplistic yet stylish look, as it puts the majority of its hardware there. That includes the G1's 160 mAh battery, wireless charging tech (when used in the included case with a 2,000 mAh battery capacity), Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity and touch controls. There's only one size of the G1, but they do come in two flavors: the more rounded G1 A and the rectangular-framed G1 B, which is what I reviewed. (Circular lenses do not suit me.) These come in either grey or brown, and for an added fee (more on this later), they also come with sunglasses frames. I adore the comfortable, lightweight feel and premium, minimalist look the G1 smart glasses offer, with their magnesium and titanium alloy frames, flexible temples and snug nosepads. I never felt paranoid about wearing them either, as I treated them as glasses I'd usually wear when working or traveling around the city, especially since my astigmatism gives me headaches. Even Realities' mission was to make everyday eyewear smart, and aside from its large temple tips (tech has to be housed somewhere), it's accomplished just that. The Even Realities G1 aren't your alternative 120-inch monitor for watching shows or playing games on the go, like other modern AR glasses, but they are your second display away from an iPhone or Android phone. In fact, it's almost like having a personal in-game HUD system of your daily routine. The lenses sport waveguide optics tech to show a 640x200 resolution display with dot matrix green display. There's no fancy specs here, with a simple 20Hz refresh rate and 25-degree FOV, but there doesn't need to be for what the display shows. You'll see clear, retro-inspired text that suits the style of the smart glasses. Impressively, the G1 display boasts 1000 nits of brightness, just like the Viture Luma Pro, and it's auto-adjustable depending on your environment. It's been incredibly clear in nearly all light settings, although looking straight up at a sunny, clear blue sky will make the interface completely disappear, understandably. Still, even when walking around outside, I was able to see what was on display. Speaking of which, the G1 activate when tilting your head slightly up. This can be adjusted from a 0- to 60-degree angle, with the sweet spot being 20 degrees. It does mean I was randomly looking up from time to time, and I can imagine onlookers would think I'm constantly staring at something random in the sky, but it's nice to be able to adjust this angle to suit the wearer's needs. When looking up, a HeadUp display is triggered instantly, with a dashboard showing the date, time, temperature and any notes or upcoming events I have planned. That alone is handy to have at a glance, and the clear green pixelated text is easy to see and read. It doesn't obstruct my view either, as it only takes up a small portion at the top of the lenses so I can, say, still see where I'm walking without hassle. There are also touch sensors on the tip of the temples, allowing you to kind of interact with the smart glasses. These sensors activate Even AI, put them on silent, and control other features like Teleprompt (more on this soon). I didn't use these all that much, as a lot of what's done is right in the user-friendly Even Realities app on iPhone and Android. Sure, I'd prefer to be able to do everything on the glasses instead, but the G1 isn't a smartphone replacement, and for the most part, they already offer plenty of useful information. Is it simple? Yes, but that's to the Even Realities G1's merit. They're unassuming smart glasses, after all, so adding simplistic "smart" touches works in their favor. Even Realities has put a lot of thought into what users can use smart glasses for, not just for the social media or AI aspects of the Ray-Ban Meta or Solos AirGo 3 specs — and the tools the G1 offer actually come in handy (even if they can be a tad niche). The G1 smart glasses offer live translation, navigation à la Google Maps, QuickNotes to add anything to your agenda and Teleprompt, which can be incredibly useful for presentations and speeches. And I could get notifications from my phone to read texts. Again, you'll have to interact with the app to make all these features work, as the glasses are limited to their Bluetooth connection to a smartphone, but they still work like a charm. I'm a big fan of how the teleprompter isn't just scrolling text, as the G1 hears what you say via its microphones and follows along at your speed as you speak. Anyone who struggles with public speaking or trying to remember what to say can make great use out of this. The navigation tool also comes in handy and works by giving you turn-by-turn directions to reach your destination. It almost reminds me of the green map interface of Fallout 3, although when walking outdoors on a bright day, it can be a struggle to see the display itself, especially when looking up. In practice, however, and maybe it's due to the cloudy nature of London, this didn't cause much issue. I also put the G1's Translate feature to good use, which effectively translated a conversation I had with my pal, speaking French, to English in real time. It's snappy enough, and was able to gauge the conversation without any stumbles. In more complicated, faster talks, though, it may be harder to gauge. The good news is it offers a host of languages, including Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin and more. Regardless, the G1 smart glasses present several use cases that can aid in your day-to-day, akin to the helpfulness of a smartwatch without all the health features, but with more tools that suit glasses. As much as I enjoyed reaching for the Even Realities G1 smart glasses daily, their simplicity comes to a fault considering their hefty price tag. And with that cost, you're not getting other features rival glasses offer, like a camera, speakers and even a useful AI. The G1s are classed as AI and AR smart glasses, but the latter is very minimal. You won't be able to snap shots, have a speech-to-speech conversation with the onboard AI, listen to audio or watch shows on a ridiculously large virtual display here — all you're really getting is green text. It's not meant to deliver the same capabilities as Xreal or Viture AR glasses, but even compared to the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, which come with cameras and speakers, they don't offer the same level of features. Even the Solos AirGo 3 come with good audio! Dumping all those extras for a cleaner, less techy design is the goal, but the G1 loses out on other features that less expensive AI glasses deliver. The number of times I've brought up Even AI to ask a simple question only to be cut offer near-immediately with a "I'm having trouble understanding your request" has made me stop using the feature outright. I'd barely get a word in before the AI decided that I probably wasn't saying anything, and when I did get it working, the AI would give me the wrong answer. For example, I asked, "what's the best way to get to Euston station?", only for the AI to reply with directions for Houston, Texas. I mean, it should know I'm at least in the U.K., right? Luckily, the app allows you to change LLMs to either ChatGPT or Perplexity, which are far more capable of giving better answers. But there was still a problem with the timing of questions and communication, which I found strange considering the live translation appeared to work without problems. Perhaps further updates are needed, but for now, these AI-driven smart glasses come with AI that's more frustrating than helpful. The Even Realities G1 are among the priciest smart glasses around, and considering their abilities, it's a hard pill to swallow. At $599/£594, not including the added $150 prescription or $100 sunglasses clip, the G1s are a very pricey venture. To put that into perspective, the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses start at $299, the Solos AirGo 3 are $249 and even AR-packed glasses like the Viture Luma Pro are $499. Heck, even the RayNeo Air 3s, which feature Micro-OLED displays with a 1080p picture and 120Hz refresh rate, are just $269. It's only outshone in price by the $649 Viture Pro XR and $749 Rokid AR Lite, but these come with premium AR features. Of course, the Even Realities G1 are purposefully light on tech due to them being "everyday" eyewear, but it's a lot of chump change for what you get. The Even Realities G1 are the smart glasses I've always imagined, bringing a touch of tech to casual-looking eyewear. That alone gives them brownie points, as it's actually of pair of smart specs I'd wear while working, traveling and even while reading, watching shows or playing games. That's something many companies are striving toward, and Even Realties also nails the unique features the G1s offer. From the snappy live translations to the handy navigation tool, along with the seamless teleprompter, you're getting a lot out of a simple, easy-to-see AR interface that doesn't obstruct your view. All if you're willing to dish out at least $599/£594, that is. When the competition in other AI smart glasses —especially the Ray-Ban Meta — come with a host of extra specs for half the price, the G1 smart glasses start to look less appealing. Even Realities is on the right track, as the G1s have a lot to offer those who want to give their eyewear a tech upgrade. But when there are cheaper options available that deliver more features, whether it's just a camera or audio, they may not be everyone's go-to choice.
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First Post
7 days ago
- Business
- First Post
Can AI glasses replace smartphones? Zuckerberg thinks so, do you?
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg envisions a future where AI glasses replace smartphones as the primary computing platform. With over a million Ray-Ban Meta glasses sold and a growing user base, Meta is betting big on wearable tech, but challenges in design, privacy, and competition remain read more Meta's venture into AI glasses is not only forward-thinking, but also financially motivated. AP According to Meta CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, the future of personal computing lies on your face and not in the palm of your hand. Zuckerberg turned his attention to AI-powered smart glasses as the next major platform after Facebook's phone experiment, Buffy, failed. After years of dependence on the mobile ecosystems of Apple and Google, Zuckerberg is focusing on AI glasses as the next tech platform, which could potentially replace smartphones. Although it's a risky gamble and there has been an initial traction, the path to broad adoption of the AI glasses is riddled with complications. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Meta's venture into AI glasses is not only forward-thinking, but also financially motivated. The firm invested $3.5 billion in EssilorLuxottica, the company behind Ray-Ban, reinforcing its long-term investment in the wearables category. This move shows Zuckerberg's aim of removing Meta's dependence on iOS and Android by creating a new computing platform which will be run by Meta. Created in collaboration with EssilorLuxottica, Meta's Ray-Ban Meta smartglasses are marketed as a fashionable yet practical introduction to wearable technology enhanced by artificial intelligence. The company's generative AI assistant, Meta AI, is integrated with the second-generation model, which was introduced in late 2023 and boasts better audio and hands-free video capture. During internal company meetings, Zuckerberg reportedly referred to the glasses as the 'supercomputer on your face' that could eventually completely replace smartphones. He has also been seen wearing them in public on multiple occasions. Consumer adoption and market response While Meta's idea may appear futuristic, the market response has been positive. Meta reports that over one million pairs of Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses were sold in 2024. In a spring all-hands conference, Zuckerberg announced that by April/May 2025, revenues would have tripled and monthly active users will have quadrupled. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The attraction is in the hands-free convenience: users can ask questions, play music, snap photographs, or livestream directly to social media without having to pull out their phones. Early users have commended the glasses for their combination of functionality and delicacy, as opposed to larger AR headsets. Still, expanding from a million to hundreds of millions of people, or smartphone-scale acceptance, is a very different task. But there are unanswered questions and consumer uncertainty Despite promising first results, significant practical and societal challenges remain. Smart glasses are more than just a piece of technology; they're an extension of a person's look, and not everyone is ready to wear electronics on their faces. Despite their rising popularity, AI glasses have not won everyone over. There are also cultural attitudes to change: conversing to an AI assistant through glasses may feel strange to many people, particularly in public places. The device's screenless design also restricts its use for tasks that need visual feedback, such as reading emails, editing images, or streaming videos. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Competition is coming Despite its current lead, Meta may not maintain it for very long. Apple is reportedly working on creating its own AI-enhanced smart glasses, which should be available by 2026. The company's entry into the market is interpreted as both a validation of Meta's strategy and an indication of intense competition. The market for smart glasses could be significantly altered by Apple's entry. It is also expected that Google and Samsung will enter the competition, setting the stage for a major platform war in wearable technology. A question for you Can AI glasses, then, truly take the place of smartphones? It will depend on more than just hardware, but Zuckerberg is betting billions that the answer is yes. To make that vision a reality, consumer behaviour, privacy regulations, design sophistication, and AI capabilities must all cooperate. The discussion is far from finished. These days, rather than directly replacing smartphones, AI glasses might be a specialised addition. But in a few years, they might take over as the primary interface for our interactions with the digital world, including communication and searching. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
Business of Fashion
13-07-2025
- Business
- Business of Fashion
Big Tech and Fashion Think They've Finally Figured Out Smart Glasses
Technofuturists have touted smart glasses as the next big device off and on for more than a decade. They were wrong, often embarrassingly so, because wearables makers were either laser-focused on the underlying technology at the expense of style — epitomised by the dorky Google Glass, which even a cameo in a Diane Von Furstenberg runway show couldn't make cool — or simply bolted half-baked features on existing products. In the last few months, we've seen mounting evidence that tech and fashion are finally rowing in the same direction. This week, Meta bought a minority stake in the eyewear maker EssilorLuxottica for $3.5 billion, doubling down on the unexpected success of the two companies' smart glasses collaboration, which began with Ray-Ban and now includes Oakley. Meta is also reportedly planning an eyewear line with Prada, whose eyewear EssilorLuxottica holds a 10-year license to produce. In May, Google — already back in the smart glasses game via a deal with Samsung — announced partnerships with Warby Parker, Gentle Monster and Kering Eyewear, which makes glasses for Kering brands including Gucci and Bottega Veneta, as well as other labels such as Cartier, Alaïa and Puma. The deal with Warby Parker included an investment of $150 million by Google, while its tie up with Gentle Monster reportedly involved a $100 million investment, though neither company has confirmed the news. Apple, which knows a thing or two about making wearables fashionable with its Apple Watch, is gearing up to release its own smart glasses in 2026, according to Bloomberg, while Chinese tech giant Xiaomi recently unveiled its version of the technology. These are major investments, and the market is brimming with optimism. Warby Parker's stock is up by more than one-quarter since the Google investment was announced. But after so many prominent failures, why do tech giants, fashion executives and investors believe this time will be any different? The clearest reason is the surprise success of the second generation of Ray-Ban Meta glasses, which debuted in late 2023 and as of February had sold more than 2 million pairs. The company plans to scale production to 10 million units annually by the end of next year. Those results have created confidence that consumers will actually buy smart glasses if they're done right. The Ray-Ban Meta glasses offer a number of functionalities, from capturing photos and videos to live streaming on Instagram, while being able to maintain the classic look of Ray-Ban styles like the Wayfarer. Meta has also augmented the glasses with AI features, such as live translation of a few languages, the ability to identify landmarks or get directions and general informational searches. Those capabilities point to another cause for the rash of activity: 'It's a bit of a race to leverage the AI models,' said TD Cowen analyst Oliver Chen. The expectation appears to be that, as AI advances, AI-powered smart glasses will be able to add new abilities to make them more useful — and therefore more desirable to consumers who will get all sorts of features in a package that finally just looks like a regular pair of sunglasses. The latest smart glasses boom could fizzle out just like last time, and the time before. After all, it's still a novelty to see someone wearing Meta Ray-Bans in public. But unlike the Google Glass, you don't feel secondhand embarrassment for the wearer. THE NEWS IN BRIEF FASHION, BUSINESS AND THE ECONOMY () Trump announced 25 percent tariffs on Japan and South Korea in August. The duties, which are set to begin on Aug. 1, are largely in line with the rates Trump had initially imposed. 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Patrice Louvet said demand for the American luxury brand's core products including cable-knit sweaters remains strong enough to offset cautious consumer spending. The UK's Mulberry raised $27 million from top investors as revenue dropped. The brand reported a 21 percent drop in annual revenue on Thursday, but raised capital with the support of its two largest shareholders, Chalice and Frasers. Frasers executive James France also joined Mulberry's board. Uniqlo owner's profit missed estimates on weak China sales. Fast Retailing Co. reported third-quarter operating profit of 146.7 billion yen ($1 billion) in the three months ending in May, trailing analyst estimates of 150 billion yen. Revenue in China declined by 5 percent off weaker consumer sentiment. The UK arrested four people linked to M&S and Harrods cyberattacks. The British National Crime Agency arrested three teenage males and one 20-year-old female in the West Midlands and London on suspicion of several offences, including violations of the Computer Misuse Act. Jane Birkin's original Hermès Birkin sold for $10 million. The sale at Sotheby's in Paris to a private collector in Japan broke the global record for most valuable handbag ever sold at auction, previously set in 2021 by a $513,000 Christie's sale of the Hermès Himalaya Kelly. Claire's considers bankruptcy for US operations. The tween retailer has been working with Houlihan Lokey Inc. to strengthen its finances while weighing a sale of all or part of its operations. Amina Muaddi opened its first store. The new location for the seven-year-old women's footwear and accessories brand is at 6 Avenue Montaigne in Paris, where customers can also purchase a capsule collection launched by the brand to commemorate the opening. Birkenstock cracked down on fakes in India. After the German brand filed an infringement lawsuit in the Delhi High Court in May against footwear traders, four factories and two unnamed individuals, Indian court-appointed legal representatives inspected small-scale factories in recent weeks to seize counterfeit Birkenstock footwear. Heron Preston bought back his brand from New Guards Group. The designer has reacquired full, exclusive rights over his namesake label, which launched in 2017, from the Farfetch-owned holding company. Financial terms were not disclosed. Victoria & Albert Museum will stage a Schiaparelli exhibition in London. 'Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art' will open on March 21 next year and include over 200 items, including Elsa Schiaparelli's surrealist dresses made in collaboration with Salvador Dalí. Current creative director Daniel Roseberry's works will also be shown. THE BUSINESS OF BEAUTY (Courtesy) Ulta Beauty acquired Space NK. Ulta announced Thursday that it has purchased the British beauty retailer from its previous owner Manzanita Capital for an undisclosed sum, though previous reports have valued the company at upwards of $300 million. The deal will give the American beauty conglomerate access into the UK market. Trump said pharmaceutical tariffs could reach 200 percent. The US president added that he would give drugmakers roughly a year to negotiate. The Trump administration has posited that heavy reliance on foreign production of medicine is a national security threat, but drugmakers are concerned duties could increase the chance of medication shortage. PEOPLE (Courtesy) Michael Burke was tapped to lead LVMH Americas. The former Louis Vuitton chief executive and LVMH veteran will move to New York to begin his role as chairman and CEO of LVMH Americas, tasked with 'representing and promoting the best interests of the group in North and South America,' the company said. Nike replaced Converse's CEO in a bid to reverse its sales slump. Nike VP and general manager Aaron Cain, a 21-year veteran, will take the reins at Converse to help revive its sales. He succeeds Jared Carver, who is exiting after two years as CEO. Compiled by Jessica Kwon.
Mint
11-07-2025
- Mint
Leaked images hint at Meta's next-gen Ray-Ban smart glasses: 'Aperol' and 'Bellini' could be incoming
Meta appears to be gearing up for a major upgrade to its line of Ray-Ban smart glasses, with leaked images and reports hinting at two new models currently in development. While the tech has not yet gone mainstream, Meta seems undeterred in its ambition to make smart eyewear an everyday accessory and the upcoming versions could offer compelling improvements for both tech enthusiasts and casual users. The leak, shared by a group known as XR Research Institute via WeChat, reveals two distinct models reportedly in the works. Internally codenamed 'Aperol' and 'Bellini', these glasses appear to cater to different user preferences. Aperol resembles a modernised take on Ray-Ban's classic sunglasses, while Bellini seems tailored for prescription lens users, possibly expanding Meta's reach among everyday eyewear wearers. While the outer design differences will matter to some, the real story lies in the technology under the hood. According to the leaked information, Meta could be aiming to significantly improve battery performance. Current models can only power AI features for around half an hour at a time, something critics have called a major limitation. The new glasses, however, may offer several hours of AI functionality, a shift that could enable users to rely on them for much longer stretches without needing to recharge. Artificial intelligence capabilities are also expected to be enhanced. The glasses may support real-time object recognition and scene analysis, tools that could offer more practical utility beyond simple novelty. This marks a potential step forward from the 2023 edition, where AI assistance was often restricted to short, situational uses like taking photos or answering basic queries. It is worth noting that despite these upgrades, the new models will not likely feature built-in displays. That means they are not part of Meta's long-anticipated 'Hypernova' project, a separate initiative rumoured to involve augmented reality displays. Instead, these glasses appear to be a direct evolution of the second-generation Ray-Ban Meta wearables launched last year. An official release date has not yet been confirmed, but industry chatter suggests a potential launch later this year, which would follow the recent unveiling of Meta's Oakley-branded smart glasses in June.
India Today
11-07-2025
- India Today
Ray-Ban Meta 3 full design leaks before launch, report says it will have improved AI and battery life
Smart glasses might not be for everyone just yet, but that hasn't stopped Meta from continuing to build on its partnership with Ray-Ban. If you've been following the journey since the first pair launched, you'll know that Meta's glasses have mostly been about camera features, hands-free calls, and some basic AI help. Now, leaked images hint at what could be the next generation of Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses. And it looks like Meta is planning to go beyond just tweaking the design — the new models could bring better battery life and smarter AI that's useful for more than just short to a post shared by a group called XR Research Institute on WeChat, two different models of the upcoming glasses have surfaced. One is reportedly codenamed 'Aperol' and looks like a new take on classic Ray-Ban sunglasses. The other, called 'Bellini,' seems to be aimed more at users who need prescription eyewear. These names had already popped up earlier in a report by The Information, so this leak lines up with past the design differences might appeal to different types of users, what's more interesting is what's changing inside the glasses. The report suggests that battery life is getting a big boost. Right now, Meta's smart glasses can only run the AI features for about 30 minutes at a stretch. With the new version, that could go up to several hours, which would make a huge difference in real-world use. AI performance is also said to improve significantly. Features like real-time object recognition and scene understanding might finally become practical tools you can actually use throughout the day, not just party tricks. That said, these glasses still won't have a built-in display. So this isn't Meta's long-rumoured 'Hypernova' project, which will have a screen. Instead, this is very much the direct follow-up to the Ray-Ban Meta glasses launched in not yet confirmed when these updated glasses will officially launch, but some reports suggest it could happen later this year. That would make sense, especially after the recent debut of Meta's Oakley-branded smart glasses in now, there's no word on price or if these new models will roll out globally at launch. Stay tuned to India Today Tech for all the latest happenings around the next generation of Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses.- Ends
