These 'smart' glasses don't boast a AI assistant, but they can turn into sunglasses in an instant

Date:
Tue, 29 Oct 2024 13:00:20 +0000

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A light sensor makes all the difference

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From Project Orion to Snapchat Spectacles and X-Real Glasses with Metas Ray-Ban Smart Glasses , which are likely stealing the show with the most adoption, theres no shortage of contenders for the best smart glasses in
2024.

Rather than tossing a microphone or set of speakers into glasses, Chamelo is taking a more fundamental approach to take the hassle out of swapping glasses for sunglasses. Its new eyewear model, Prime, can automatically transition from glasses to sunglasses thanks to a light sensor built into the bridge.

This piece of tech, paired with the aptly named 'Autopilot' feature not to
be confused with Teslas self-driving mode will automatically adjust the tint of the lenses based on the conditions youre in. For instance, if youre
walking outside on a sunny fall day, the lenses might adjust to a higher tint to protect your eyes. (Image credit: Chamelo)

Pretty handy and Chamelo promises that tint adjustment takes just 0.1 seconds. The proprietary Eclipse Tint-Adjustable lenses can be adjusted between four tint levels, from 9% to 45%. The lenses themselves offer 100% UV protection and come in two finishes: smoke, which looks like classic black shades, and Fire, which has an orange mirrored finish.

If you require prescription lenses, though, youre out of luck for the moment. Chamelo doesnt yet offer prescription lenses, and you cant swap the lenses
for off-the-shelf ones. However, the brand does plan to offer these
additional lens types at some point.

The black frame is made of thermoplastic, specifically TR90, and weighs 30 grams, and the glasses offer protection against sweat or water up to the IPX4 standard. If youd rather adjust the level of tint on your own, you can override the Autopilot feature and manually swipe on the arm to change the tint across the four levels.

Chamelos Prime glasses and sunglasses are set to ship from December priced at $249 / 249 / AU$399. An international launch is planned, but the UK and Australia pricing isnt yet available. If youre in the United States and are already sold, you can lock in an order now at $199 after an instant $50 discount . You Might Also Like... Apple tells us why Scribble to Siri and
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