Smart glasses

Smart glasses are evolving to serve diverse functions, ranging from hearing assistance and delivery optimization to everyday prescription eyewear. In October 2026, hearing technology startup Legato launched Legato Frames, which are AI-based hearing glasses designed for adults with up to moderate hearing loss. Priced starting at 999 dollars, these glasses feature an open-ear design with dual speakers, on-device artificial intelligence processing, and a battery life of 10 to 12 hours. They are sold on the company website and through select eye care providers in the United States, where they qualify for vision insurance. Meanwhile, Amazon is preparing to expand its deployment of smart glasses for delivery drivers. The company aims to put 20,000 more pairs of these glasses in the field by the end of 2027. These devices capture thousands of photos during a shift to assist the delivery process via the AI Wellspring platform, though the constant photography raises privacy concerns. Earlier in April 2026, Meta expanded the consumer market by launching the Ray-Ban Blayzer and Scriber, which are prescription smart glasses priced at 499 dollars. These developments show how smart glasses are transitioning from niche gadgets into specialized tools for health, work, and daily vision.