The Even Realities G1 smart glasses have been on the reviewer’s face for months, turning heads as chic eyewear while keeping their futuristic tech discreet. Operating almost invisibly, these glasses offer users a suite of high-tech features without the flamboyance typical of many smart devices.

Stealthy High-Tech

Worn in various settings over a four-month period, the Even Realities G1 surprised many with its understated style. Only a few discerning friends recognized them as smart glasses, a testimony to their seamless design. Unlike past high-tech spectacles like Google Glass, these provide wearers like Clark Kent with superpowers through real-time language translations, AI connectivity, navigation assistance, and a personal voice assistant, all by wearing smart frames that don't immediately advertise their advanced capabilities.

Display and Design

The standout feature of the G1 is its Holistic Adaptive Optical System (HAOS), a heads-up display embedded within the lenses. This micro-LED optical engine projects sharp green text and images against a real-world backdrop, offering a futuristic yet functional interface. The lens itself, a composite of two parts, is remarkably lightweight, maintaining the comfort and appearance of regular glasses. With an optional $129 prescription upgrade, Even Realities ensures vision correction doesn’t compromise tech integration.

Constructed from cool, durable magnesium with screwless hinges and silicon-coated temples, the G1 frames are stylish and resilient. Despite the battery and small tech packages adding slight weight to the arms, their placement ensures overall comfort comparable to conventional eyewear.

User Interface

Positioned as companions rather than replacements for smartphones, the G1 glasses offer a streamlined, glance-driven interface. Once synced via a dedicated app, they display essential info like time, battery life, and alerts only when looked up towards. Despite its utility, the inability to respond directly to messages might frustrate users accustomed to two-way smart device interactions.

Note-Taking and Assistance

A notable feature is QuickNotes, enabling users to capture verbal memos through simple commands. These memos can become reminders with the AI smartly scheduling them into diaries. For those often networking, this functionality can be invaluable for discreetly displaying names and details as a memory aid.

Language Translation

While the glasses support translation in 13 languages, they are constrained to one-direction interaction. Although perfect for passive listening and singular context viewing—like understanding live conversations or enjoying foreign media—the lack of a two-way seamless communication feature may limit broader practical uses.

For a deeper dive into the impressive technology and thoughtful design of the Even Realities G1 smart glasses, check out the original review from Wired.