Google Glass has paved the way for alternative tech glasses and headwear. One of the latest contenders for a stylish alternative to Google Glass is Ion Glasses. Looking a lot less robotic, the Ion Glasses are an attractive Ray Ban-influenced shape, reminiscent of Buddy Holly’s famous look.
Although the glasses can’t capture photos or videos like Google Glass, they still boast a wide range of functions, such as allowing users to communicate with their mobile device without having them at hand.
Designed by a group of engineers in Spain, the Ion Glasses are not just for show, they are certified to assemble prescription lenses and can also be used as sunglasses. Interacting with your smartphone or tablet, the glasses feature a notifications LED which is only visible to the user. This takes away the novelty factor and makes the Ion Glasses more wearable and act as a functional accessory rather than a tech gadget. It also features two small hidden buttons that can control access to music and photos on your mobile device and a micro-USB connection to charge the glasses. The battery can last between 3 and 10 days.
Aesthetics seem to be at the core of the Ion Glasses’ design, with a focus on keeping the glasses stylish and functional, whereas Google Glass offers more innovative features and abilities, but lacks an everyday wearability due to its slightly robotic appearance.
So which one would you go for: Google Glass or Ion Glasses?
