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EssilorLuxottica Releases Nuance Audio Plus Hearing Aid Glasses with Improved Features
Key points
- Nuance Audio Plus offers improved voice boosting and clarity.
- Battery life extended to 10 hours.
- New on-device controls and style options introduced.
- Pricing starts at $829, standard model remains at $699.
- iPhone users can answer calls directly via glasses.
- Version 129 adds audio balance and mono audio options.
- Version 128 adds turn-by-turn walking navigation and Spatial Audio support.
- Version 128 includes anti-tampering tweaks to stop the camera from working.
- Audio-only smart glasses launched by Ray-Ban Meta.
- Audio-only glasses available in Burbank and Clubmaster styles.
- Audio-only glasses are lighter and more comfortable.
- Audio-only glasses cost $349.
- Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses were released in October 2023.
- MSC Cruises and Royal Caribbean banned or restricted smart glasses.
- Ray-Ban Meta Audio glasses have a prescription range of -12 to +6.
Enhanced Audio and Battery Life
EssilorLuxottica, known for its partnership with Meta on Ray-Ban smart glasses, has released the Nuance Audio Plus. This new version of their FDA-cleared hearing aid glasses includes significant upgrades to audio amplification, specifically improving speech clarity in noisy environments. The battery life has also been extended to up to 10 hours.
New Controls and Customization
The Nuance Audio Plus introduces additional on-frame controls, such as a dedicated power slider and separate volume adjustments, reducing reliance on the mobile app. Users can choose between two modes via the app: 'Frontal' for face-to-face conversations and 'All-Around' for general environmental sound amplification. Four pre-configured amplification settings and three levels of noise reduction are available.
The new model is available in the US with three frame styles (Square, Pathos, Upturn) and five color options: shiny black, shiny burgundy, deep blue, amber, and olive green.
Pricing and Availability
Pricing for the Nuance Audio Plus starts at $829, with potential increases for prescription lenses. The original Nuance Audio smart glasses will continue to be sold alongside the new Plus model, starting at $699.
iPhone Call Integration
A new feature allows iPhone users to answer incoming voice calls directly through the Nuance Audio Plus glasses without needing to access their phone. This functionality is not supported for Android devices.
Updates
- Ray-Ban Meta Audio glasses have a prescription range of -12 to +6.
- Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses were released in October 2023.
- MSC Cruises and Royal Caribbean banned or restricted smart glasses.
- Audio-only smart glasses launched by Ray-Ban Meta.
- Audio-only glasses available in Burbank and Clubmaster styles.
- Audio-only glasses are lighter and more comfortable.
- Audio-only glasses cost $349.
- Version 129 adds audio balance and mono audio options.
- Version 128 adds turn-by-turn walking navigation and Spatial Audio support.
- Version 128 includes anti-tampering tweaks to stop the camera from working.
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How outlets covered it
Ray-Ban Meta Audio glasses have been released, removing cameras from the design to address privacy concerns. Despite improved battery life and a wider prescription range, the product's high price point makes it difficult to recommend.
AI glasses, such as the Ray-Ban Metas, include open-ear speakers that allow users to listen to audio without obstructing their ears. While not matching traditional headphones for sound quality, they offer advantages in convenience, portability, and comfort by integrating audio into an existing wearable device.
Ray-Ban Meta has launched new audio-only smart glasses, available in Burbank and Clubmaster styles, which omit the camera feature present in previous models. This design change results in lighter, more comfortable glasses with improved battery life, addressing user concerns about privacy and fit.
Meta released updates for its Ray-Ban smart glasses, introducing audio balance and mono audio options in version 129. Version 128, now broadly available, adds turn-by-turn walking navigation and Spatial Audio support, enhancing accessibility and utility for users.
Meta is rolling out an FDA-cleared Hearing Enhancement feature for its AI Glasses later this year, targeting users with mild to moderate hearing loss. This feature, available for a one-time cost of $149 or via a Meta One subscription, allows at-home setup without a prescription and is eligible for HSA/FSA reimbursement.
EssilorLuxottica launched Nuance Audio Plus, an updated version of its discreet hearing aid glasses, featuring enhanced voice boosting, better clarity in noisy environments, and extended battery life up to 10 hours. The new model also adds more on-device controls and style options, aiming to improve user experience and accessibility for over-the-counter hearing solutions.