Leuty Parker

Tag: #smartglasses

  • Bone Conduction

    Ray-Ban smart glasses use open-ear speakers, not bone conduction, letting users hear audio while staying aware of their surroundings. This tech, however, is an exciting addition that could be a potential in other smart glasses. Here the pros and cons;

    ADVANTAGES of bone conduction (to open-ear speakers):

    They keep the ear canals open, which enhances situational AWARENESS and allows users to hear ambient sounds like traffic or conversations, making them (ideal for activities such as running, cycling, or walking)….

    …NCLUSION, for a wider marker…

    … helps people with conductive or mixed HEARING LOSS by transmitting sound through skull vibrations directly to the inner ear…

    … bone conduction devices provide a COMFORTABLE , pain-free alternative to traditional earwear, ideal for hearing aids and sports headphones.

    (Used medically to support hearing or balance in children and for safe listening while staying aware of surroundings.)

    DISADVANTAGES of bone conduction (to open-ear speakers):

    weaker bass and generally less rich sound than traditional or open-ear speakers….

    … high volumes can be uncomfortable, and proper placement on the cheekbones or temples is essential for effectiveness (the Ray-Bans alert overuse and stop you from going too loud….

    … sound may leak to others nearby, and noisy environments can reduce effectiveness.

    But If you do want to share with your listening to with someone, you can’t. These devices are connoted to your face and voice, so if you want to share the joy of your music with someone else you can, but with a lot of difficulty.

    DEVELOPMENT

    Gen 2 boosts bass and volume, adds Meta AI, a camera, touch controls, and app connectivity for stylish, hands-free use.

  • HMDs

    I’ve already explored this in my “Meta Diaries,” where I’ve been documenting my experience with the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses since buying them as a birthday present to myself. From day one, they impressed me—but they also revealed plenty of flaws that need fixing. Those posts dig into what it’s really like to use the device day-to-day, beyond the marketing hype, and I hope those insights help shape a better, more refined model in the future.

    As an easy introduction to SWTs, smart glasses are a good starting point; a medical-turned-fashion device with huge room for growth in practical utility. These head-mounted displays (HMDs) blend technology with everyday eyewear. Below is a brief overview of their core features and the key advantages they offer:

    ·        Integrated display

    ·        Compact design

    ·        Suitable for daily use

    ·        Clear screen

    ·        Long battery life

    ·        Versatile compatibility (smartphones, PCs, video games)

    ·        AI assistance

    Disadvantages:

    ·        Standard lens quality

    ·        Limited constant use

    ·        Upper lens display may be affected by electronics

    ·        Some models are monochrome

    ·        Requires an external computing system

    Vufine produces HMDs and also supplies major AR headsets like the Magic Leap One and Microsoft’s HoloLens 2. While these models are developer-focused and costly, more affordable consumer AR glasses are emerging. Both AR and VR are increasingly used by businesses to support strategic employee training.

    With its early functionality and highly utilitarian design, this device has already proven to be a strong entry point into the wearable tech space—showing how seamlessly technology can be made wearable. It’s widely predicted that major fashion houses and leading tech companies will continue to converge, combining brand influence with technological innovation.

    The newly released Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 (Sept 17, 2025) will be covered in the next post.

  • Meta diaries #1.5

    This post is dedicated to exploring the limitations and drawbacks of the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses.

    While the technology is undeniably groundbreaking; beautifully designed, powerful, and far ahead of many competitors; no innovation is without compromise. As impressive as they are, Meta glasses also raise practical concerns that deserve attention, especially in relation to accessibility, usability, privacy and long-term impact on the job market.

    A major drawback is the lack of physical support or in-person guidance. There are no trained experts you can visit to walk you through setup or troubleshoot issues face-to-face, which makes the learning curve steeper than it needs to be.

    Good for this blog (i can share my own experience step by step) but I’m no technician or Meta engineer. I’m simply a customer navigating the product in real time, passing on both what works and what goes wrong. If and when I do find solutions, I’ll document them here too, so others don’t have to go through the same trial-and-error.