Smart Glasses Are Eyeing the One Thing People Hate More Than Being Spied On
Gizmodo • • technology
Key Points:
- L’Atitude 52°N is launching its Berlin model of AI smart glasses on May 26, priced at $399, featuring AI capabilities such as an AI tour guide, translation, and a voice assistant.
- After a one-year free trial, the AI features will require a subscription to access; without payment, users will be limited to basic functions like music playback and media capture.
- The company has not disclosed the subscription cost, but CEO Gary Chen openly acknowledges the intention to generate recurring revenue from these glasses.
- The Berlin glasses include a 12-megapixel camera with 1080p video recording, which is lower resolution compared to competitors like Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses that offer 3K recording.
- While stylish and potentially useful, the subscription model and limited practicality raise questions about the long-term value of the smart glasses for consumers.
