Huawei is launching connected glasses in partnership with Gentle Monster, a Korean sunglasses and optical glasses brand. There won’t be a single model, but a collection of glasses with integrated electronics. Huawei is positioning the glasses as a sort of earbuds replacement, a device that lets you talk on the phone without putting anything in […]
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Apple’s AR glasses may be closer than we think
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We had strong indications that Apple was investing in new screen technology, but now we have a better idea what it’s going to be used for.
A report suggests that Apple’s microLED tech — a new type of display that’s similar to OLED screens but is brighter and consumes less energy — won’t just be something for Apple Watches and iPhones. The next-gen screen technology will also serve as the display for a new kind of product: Apple-made augmented-reality glasses, at least according to a report from DigiTimes.
Apple has chosen Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) as its manufacturing partner for the displays, the report says. Interestingly, it also says Apple will make both small and large versions of the displays, the smaller ones for the Apple Watch and AR glasses, and the larger ones for some unnamed product “much larger” than MacBooks. Read more…
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Snapchat might launch two new camera-equipped Spectacles this fall
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Snap, Inc. isn’t giving up on its camera-equipped Spectacles glasses just yet.
The company is reportedly planning to release two new models this fall, according to a report from Cheddar.
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The first new version of Spectacles is rumored to come with a single camera and focus on improving performance.
The other new pair of Spectacles reportedly has two cameras — one on each side of the frames — and could cost around $300; current first-generation Spectacles sell for $130.
Additionally, Snap, Inc. might also license its wearable camera technology to other eyewear makers such as Luxottica and Warby Parker, according to the report. Read more…
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View More Snapchat might launch two new camera-equipped Spectacles this fallIntel wants smart glasses to be a thing
Over the years, we’ve seen folks try and fail at the smart glasses game. Google Glasses never had a chance, and even the Snap Spectacles heyday has come to an end. But that’s not stopping Intel from getting in on the fun. The glasses are called Vaunt, first seen by the Verge, and they are nearly indistinguishable from regular glasses. Instead of some cumbersome headset with a… Read More
Mad Gaze is a pair of AR smart glasses seeking funding on Kickstarter
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