Rokid Glasses: A lightweight, AI-powered alternative to Meta

Rokid’s new smartglasses present a strong, sleeker alternative to Meta’s Ray‑Ban Displays. Key highlights from hands-on impressions:

• Display: Dual microLED waveguides with green monochrome output (binocular view reduces eyestrain), up to ~1,500 nits.
• Camera: 12MP camera for photos and up to 1680p video capture.
• Weight & comfort: Around 49 grams with hidden touch panels and real nose pads — very wearable.
• Battery: About 6 hours of continuous music playback; supports fast charging via a magnetic USB‑C connector (charging case optional).
• AI features: Onboard Qualcomm AR1 platform with local ChatGPT-style model for real-time translation, transcriptions, scene descriptions, and voice control.

Pros

• Sleek, light Wayfarer-like design.
• Sharp, readable UI and bright display for outdoor use.
• Standalone AI features and hands-free capture.

Cons

• Monochrome (green) display — no full color yet.
• Onboard speakers are compact and could be louder.
• No built-in livestreaming tied to social platforms; content must be exported to phone for sharing.

Availability & links

For the latest availability and pre-order details, check Rokid’s official product page: https://global.rokid.com/pages/rokid-glasses

Bottom line

The Rokid Glasses are a surprising, capable entrant in the smartglasses space — lighter and more wearable than many rivals, with practical AI features. They aren’t perfect (no color display yet), but they’re worth watching as competition to bigger players grows.