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Everysight's Maverick AI Glasses Target Lightweight Full-Color AR

Everysight is pushing a new iteration of its Maverick AI smart glasses, emphasizing a lightweight design with a full-color AR display. The project recently secured funding via Kickstarter, highlighting growing interest in compact spatial computing eyewear.

A. TANAKA· Japanese correspondent·May 18, 2026·2 min read
Close-up of black smart glasses with a subtle glow on the lens, positioned on a table.

Close-up of black smart glasses with a subtle glow on the lens, positioned on a table.

This week, Everysight successfully closed its Kickstarter campaign for the Maverick AI glasses, exceeding its modest US$10,000 funding goal. The company positions Maverick AI as a remarkably lightweight solution for full-color augmented reality, integrating a suite of advanced features.

Key specifications for the Maverick AI include a total weight of 47 grams. The glasses feature a full-color OLED in-lens display, offering a 22-degree field of view (FOV), according to www.kickstarter.com.

Further enhancing their utility, Everysight's Maverick AI glasses integrate native eye-tracking, an AI-camera, and live translation capabilities. The design also supports all-day battery life and is Rx-ready for prescription lenses, as detailed on www.kickstarter.com.

Our take: While the US$10,000 funding target was easily met, it's a low bar for hardware development. The real test for Everysight will be delivering on the ambitious promises of a truly lightweight, full-color AR experience with robust AI features. The combination of OLED, eye-tracking, and a mere 47-gram weight, if executed well, could position Maverick AI as a compelling option in a market still searching for comfortable, discreet AR.

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