Even Realities G1
The Even Realities G1 is a minimalist smart glasses device developed by Even Realities, released in 2024 at $599. Distinguished by its remarkably normal eyewear appearance—almost impossible to distinguish from traditional glasses—the G1 represents a different approach to smart glasses, prioritizing subtle integration over feature density. The glasses feature dual rectangular waveguide displays providing 640 × 200 resolution per eye with a 25° field of view, using a green monochrome dot matrix design where only active pixels illuminate, keeping the background unlit for unobtrusive notification viewing. Built from magnesium and titanium alloy with a patented screwless hinge design (drawing on luxury eyewear heritage from companies like Mykita and Lindberg), the G1 weighs just 44 grams—comparable to premium traditional eyeglasses. Key features include automatic brightness adjustment, AI assistant access (Even AI with ChatGPT and Perplexity options), real-time translation (subscription feature), teleprompter mode, turn-by-turn navigation, and notification display from smartphones. Available in two frame styles—G1 A (panto/round) and G1 B (rectangular)—with prescription lens options for an additional $150 and a sunglass clip for $100, the Even Realities G1 targets users seeking seamless smart glasses integration into daily life without the conspicuous appearance of typical AR devices.
| Even Realities G1 | |
|---|---|
| Basic Info | |
| VR/AR | Smart Glasses |
| Type | Smart glasses |
| Subtype | AI Glasses, Notification Glasses |
| Platform | iOS, Android |
| Creator | Even Realities |
| Developer | Even Realities |
| Manufacturer | Even Realities |
| Announcement Date | 2024 |
| Release Date | 2024 |
| Price | $599 (glasses), $749 (with Rx lenses) |
| Website | https://www.evenrealities.com/ |
| Versions | G1 A (panto/round), G1 B (rectangular) |
| Requires | iOS or Android smartphone |
| Predecessor | None |
| Successor | None announced |
| System | |
| Operating System | Companion app (iOS/Android) |
| Chipset | Custom processor |
| CPU | Low-power processor |
| GPU | N/A |
| Storage | |
| Storage | Phone dependent |
| Memory | Minimal on-device |
| SD Card Slot | No |
| Display | |
| Display | Dual rectangular waveguide |
| Subpixel Layout | Dot matrix (green monochrome) |
| Peak Brightness | Auto-adjusting |
| Resolution | 640 × 200 per eye |
| Pixel Density | High |
| Refresh Rate | 20Hz |
| Persistence | Low persistence |
| Image | |
| Field of View | 25° |
| Horizontal FoV | 25° |
| Vertical FoV | ~7° |
| Average Pixel Density | High |
| Peak Pixel Density | High |
| Foveated Rendering | No |
| Optics | |
| Optics | Rectangular waveguide (binocular) |
| Ocularity | Binocular |
| IPD Range | 54-80mm |
| Adjustable Diopter | No (prescription available) |
| Passthrough | Yes (optical see-through) |
| Tracking | |
| Tracking | No spatial tracking |
| Tracking Frequency | N/A |
| Base Stations | N/A |
| Eye Tracking | No |
| Face Tracking | No |
| Hand Tracking | No |
| Body Tracking | No |
| Rotational Tracking | Basic IMU |
| Positional Tracking | No |
| Update Rate | 20Hz |
| Tracking Volume | N/A |
| Play Space | N/A |
| Latency | Low latency |
| Audio | |
| Audio | No built-in speaker |
| Microphone | Yes (built-in) |
| 3.5mm Audio Jack | No |
| Camera | No |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth |
| Ports | Magnetic charging |
| Wired Video | No |
| Wireless Video | No |
| WiFi | Via phone |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Power | Rechargeable battery |
| Battery Capacity | Not specified |
| Battery Life | Multi-day (typical use) |
| Charge Time | Via magnetic case |
| Device | |
| Dimensions | Standard eyewear |
| Weight | 44g |
| Material | Magnesium and titanium alloy |
| Headstrap | None (temples with screwless hinge) |
| Haptics | No |
| Color | Grey, Green, Brown (G1A); Black (G1B) |
| Sensors | Brightness sensor, microphone, IMU |
| Input | Temple tap, voice (AI) |
| Compliance | Standard consumer |
History and Development
Even Realities Founding
Company background:
- Smart glasses startup
- Luxury eyewear heritage
- Normal appearance priority
- AI integration focus
G1 Development
Product creation:
- Minimalist design goal
- Premium materials sourcing
- AI partnership integration
- Waveguide technology
2024 Release
Market launch:
- Consumer availability
- $599 pricing
- Two frame styles
- Prescription options
Design Heritage
Eyewear expertise:
- Mykita collaboration experience
- Lindberg design influence
- Luxury eyewear standards
- Premium manufacturing
Design Philosophy
Indistinguishable Appearance
Design priority:
- Looks like regular glasses
- No obvious technology
- Fashion-acceptable
- Social comfort
Minimalist Functionality
Feature approach:
- Notification display
- AI assistance
- Navigation aid
- Not full AR
Premium Materials
Build quality:
- Magnesium alloy
- Titanium construction
- Screwless hinge
- Luxury eyewear grade
Subtle Interaction
User experience:
- Glanceable information
- Ambient display
- Non-intrusive alerts
- Seamless integration
Display Technology
Dual Waveguide
Optical system:
- Type: Rectangular waveguide
- Coverage: Both eyes (binocular)
- Resolution: 640 × 200 per eye
- Integrated in lenses
Monochrome Dot Matrix
Display characteristics:
- Green monochrome
- Dot matrix format
- Refresh Rate: 20Hz
- Only lit pixels visible
Field of View
Visual coverage:
- FOV: 25°
- Rectangular overlay
- Information display area
- Unobtrusive positioning
Brightness Adaptation
Automatic adjustment:
- Built-in brightness sensors
- Environment detection
- Automatic compensation
- Indoor/outdoor readable
Projection Distance
Viewing experience:
- ~2 meters perceived distance
- Floating information
- Easy focus
- Comfortable viewing
AI Features
Even AI
Built-in assistant:
- Native AI system
- Voice activation
- Question answering
- General assistance
Alternative AI Options
Platform choice:
- ChatGPT integration
- Perplexity available
- User preference
- Expandable options
AI Activation
Interaction method:
- Temple tap to activate
- Voice commands
- Hands-free queries
- Natural interaction
AI Capabilities
Assistant functions:
- Question answering
- Note dictation
- Information lookup
- Contextual help
Smart Features
Notification Display
Alert system:
- Phone notifications
- Caller ID
- Message preview
- App alerts
Directions:
- Heads-up navigation
- Walking/driving directions
- Map integration
- Visual guidance
Translation
Language features:
- Real-time translation
- Text translation
- Speech translation
- Pro subscription ($4.99/month)
Teleprompter
Content display:
- Script display
- Speech assistance
- Presentation aid
- Scrolling text
Calendar/Time
Daily information:
- Time display
- Calendar events
- Reminders
- Scheduling alerts
News and Stocks
Information feeds:
- News updates
- Stock prices
- Custom sources
- Publisher selection
Physical Design
Weight
Lightweight achievement:
- Weight: 44 grams
- Normal eyewear weight
- All-day comfortable
- Balanced design
Frame Styles
Two options:
- G1 A: Panto (round-rim) style
- G1 B: Rectangular frame
- Multiple colors
- Fashion variety
Colors
G1 A options:
- Grey
- Green
- Brown
G1 B options:
- Black
Materials
Premium construction:
- Magnesium body
- Titanium alloy
- Screwless hinge (patented)
- Lightweight metals
Fit
Adjustability:
- IPD Range: 54-80mm
- Adjustable temples
- Single size fits most
- Comfortable fit
Prescription Support
Prescription Lenses
Vision correction:
- Compatible frames
- Additional cost: $150
- Standard fitting
- Optician installation
Sunglass Clip
Outdoor option:
- Magnetic attachment
- Additional cost: $100
- Sun protection
- Easy swap
Battery and Charging
Battery Life
Power endurance:
- Multi-day typical use
- Moderate usage pattern
- Extended standby
- All-day capability
Magnetic Charging
Power system:
- Magnetic charging case
- Convenient attachment
- Portable power
- Easy charging
Connectivity
Bluetooth
Wireless connection:
- Phone pairing
- Data sync
- Notification relay
- AI access
Smartphone Companion
App requirement:
- iOS compatible
- Android compatible
- Feature management
- Settings control
Audio
No Built-In Speaker
Audio approach:
- No speaker included
- Use wireless earbuds
- Phone audio
- Privacy consideration
Microphone
Voice input:
- Built-in microphone
- AI voice commands
- Voice dictation
- Call handling (future)
Water Resistance
Splash Resistance
Protection level:
- Splash tolerant
- Light rain resistance
- No IP rating specified
- Careful handling recommended
Comparison with Smart Glasses
| Feature | Even Realities G1 | Brilliant Labs Frame | Ray-Ban Meta | Amazon Echo Frames |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Notification display | AI AR glasses | Camera glasses | Voice assistant |
| Display | 640×200 waveguide | 640×400 micro-OLED | None | None |
| AI | Even AI/ChatGPT | ChatGPT/Perplexity | Meta AI | Alexa |
| Camera | No | Yes | 12MP | No |
| Speaker | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 44g | 39-40g | 50g | ~50g |
| Appearance | Normal glasses | Slightly visible tech | Recognizable | Normal glasses |
| Price | $599 | $349 | $299 | $269-$299 |
Strengths and Limitations
Strengths
- Indistinguishable from regular glasses
- Ultra-lightweight (44g)
- Premium magnesium/titanium build
- Dual waveguide binocular display
- 25° field of view
- AI assistant (Even AI/ChatGPT/Perplexity)
- Real-time translation
- Turn-by-turn navigation
- Prescription lens support
- Multi-day battery life
Limitations
- $599 premium price
- No camera
- No built-in speaker
- Green monochrome only
- 20Hz low refresh rate
- 640×200 limited resolution
- Translation requires subscription
- No spatial tracking
- Smartphone required
- Limited third-party apps
Technical Specifications Summary
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | Dual rectangular waveguide |
| Resolution | 640 × 200 per eye |
| FOV | 25° |
| Display Type | Green monochrome dot matrix |
| AI | Even AI, ChatGPT, Perplexity |
| Weight | 44g |
| Material | Magnesium + titanium alloy |
| IPD Range | 54-80mm |
| Frame Styles | G1 A (round), G1 B (rectangular) |
| Price | $599 ($749 with Rx) |