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Everything we've published in analysis.

Person wearing modern AI smart glasses at twilight with soft cyan AI assistant glow reflected in lenses

Analysis · —

Your Next Glasses Won't Just See. They'll Think.

The current crop of smart glasses are little more than cameras on your face. But a new generation is coming, powered by always-on AI assistants that will transform eyewear from a passive gadget into a proactive co-pilot for your life.

M. BELL·5 min read

Apr 18, 2026

Minimalist HUD-only smart glasses on a dark walnut surface with subtle amber HUD reflection

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The Silent Comeback of the Simple Smart Glass

While Meta and Apple chase the spatial computing dragon, a new class of minimalist, HUD-only eyewear is quietly staging a comeback. The future of wearables might be simpler, cheaper, and more useful than the tech giants want you to believe.

M. BELL·5 min read

Apr 18, 2026

Misa Zhu, Rokid CEO, presenting new smart glasses with Bolon in Hangzhou, China.

Analysis · Rokid

Rokid Redefines Smart Displays: How China's Innovators Eclipse Western Offerings

While Meta's Ray-Ban Display offers a discreet side screen, Chinese companies Rokid and Alibaba are captivating consumers with immersive virtual displays and advanced AI features, driving a new wave of smart glasses adoption.

W. CHEN·2 min read

Apr 13, 2026

Apple CEO Tim Cook arrives at the Sun Valley lodge for the Allen & Company Sun Valley Conference, wearing glasses.

Analysis · Apple

Apple's Smart Glasses: A Glimpse into Four Potential Futures

New reports suggest Apple is meticulously developing multiple design prototypes for its anticipated smart glasses, signaling a strategic shift towards a more accessible, everyday wearable.

S. WHITMAN·2 min read

Apr 12, 2026

A pair of sleek Viture Luma Pro smart glasses, showcasing a futuristic design with a vibrant digital display overlay.

Analysis · Viture

Viture Secures $100 Million in Funding, Reinforcing Dominance in Display Glasses Market

Viture's latest funding round, bringing its six-month total to over $200 million, solidifies its position as a frontrunner in the evolving video display glasses category, driving innovation and market expansion.

W. CHEN·2 min read

Mar 2, 2026

Google Android XR design reference showing smart glasses with labels for physical controls

Analysis · Google

Unpacking Android XR: Google's Vision for the Future of Smart Glasses

Google's newly released design guidelines for AI glasses pull back the curtain on Android XR, revealing a thoughtful approach to user interaction, interface design, and power management for the next generation of wearable tech.

S. WHITMAN·2 min read

Feb 17, 2026

Meta Quest VR headset displaying a Game Over screen

Analysis · Meta

Meta's Reality Check: Scaling Back XR Ambitions

2025 was slated as pivotal for Meta's metaverse push. Instead, 2026 dawns with significant Reality Labs cuts and a strategic pivot.

S. WHITMAN·2 min read

Dec 29, 2025

A grid showing various smart glasses models from different brands.

Analysis · —

It's Not Just Meta: The Expanding Smart Glass Landscape

While tech giants dominate headlines with their AI-powered eyewear, a surprising number of companies, both established and emerging, are vying for a slice of the smart glasses market.

S. WHITMAN·2 min read

Sep 11, 2025

Mentra developer smart glasses on a workbench

Analysis · Mentra

Mentra Bets the Future of Smart Glasses Is Open Source

While Meta and Apple build walled gardens, Mentra is wagering that an open hardware and software stack will let independent developers leapfrog the giants.

M. BELL·5 min read

Aug 20, 2025