Rokid Glasses
The Rokid Glasses are AI-powered smart glasses developed by Rokid, unveiled at Rokid Jungle 2024 in Hangzhou on November 18, 2024. Weighing just 49g, the Rokid Glasses feature diffraction waveguide display technology, a 12 MP professional-grade camera, Qualcomm AR1 processor, dual high-fidelity speakers, and integrated Alibaba Tongyi Qianwen AI for real-time object recognition, language translation, and intelligent assistance. With a compact charging case providing up to ten recharges, the Rokid Glasses position as a stylish, AI-first alternative to Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses at $599 ($479 early-bird).
| Rokid Glasses | |
|---|---|
| Basic Info | |
| VR/AR | Augmented Reality |
| Type | Smart Glasses |
| Subtype | AI Glasses |
| Platform | Android |
| Developer | Rokid |
| Manufacturer | Rokid |
| Announcement Date | November 18, 2024 |
| Release Date | 2024 |
| Price | $599 USD ($479 early-bird) |
| Website | https://global.rokid.com/ |
| System | |
| Chipset | Qualcomm AR1 |
| Storage | |
| Storage | 32 GB |
| Memory | 2 GB RAM |
| Display | |
| Display | Waveguide (diffraction) |
| Image | |
| Optics | |
| Tracking | |
| Audio | |
| Audio | Dual high-fidelity speakers |
| Camera | 12 MP |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Device | |
| Weight | 49g |
History and Development
Rokid unveiled the Rokid Glasses at Rokid Jungle 2024 on November 18, 2024, positioning them as a direct competitor to Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses. The glasses represent Rokid's expansion from their AR display glasses (Max series) into the AI-first smart glasses category. Built on diffraction waveguide imaging technology, the Rokid Glasses integrate AI capabilities powered by Alibaba's Tongyi Qianwen large language model.[1]
Design and Hardware
Display
Diffraction waveguide technology:
- Diffraction waveguide imaging
- See-through AR display
- Essential components in slender frame
- Integrated mainboard and battery
- Minimal obstruction
Processing
- Qualcomm AR1 processor
- 2 GB RAM
- 32 GB ROM
- Smooth performance
- AI processing capable
Camera
- 12 MP professional-grade camera
- Object recognition
- Photo/video capture
- AI visual processing
- High-quality imaging
Audio
- Dual high-fidelity speakers
- Immersive audio
- Clear voice capture
- Microphone array
- Calls support
Build
Ultra-lightweight design:
- 49g weight
- Multiple color options
- All-day comfort
- Stylish appearance
- Slender frame design
Connectivity
- Bluetooth 5.3
- Wireless pairing
- Smartphone companion
- Low-latency connection
Battery & Charging
- Magnetic charging dock
- 20-minute full charge
- 10x recharges from case
- Compact charging case
- Extended daily use
AI Features
Alibaba Tongyi Qianwen Integration
- Object recognition
- Text translation
- Real-time language translation
- Math problem solving
- Calorie estimation
- Intelligent assistance
- Voice interaction
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | Diffraction waveguide |
| Processor | Qualcomm AR1 |
| RAM/Storage | 2 GB / 32 GB |
| Camera | 12 MP |
| Audio | Dual HiFi speakers |
| AI | Alibaba Tongyi Qianwen |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Charging | 20 min (10x from case) |
| Weight | 49g |
| Price | $599 / $479 (early-bird) |
Reception
Praise:
- 49g ultra-lightweight
- AI integration comprehensive
- Object recognition useful
- Real-time translation practical
- 12 MP camera quality
- Waveguide display technology
- Fast 20-min charging
- 10x case charges
- Stylish design
- Alibaba AI powerful
- Meta Ray-Ban alternative
Criticism:
- $599 premium pricing
- Limited AI to Alibaba ecosystem
- Regional AI availability
- No AR gaming focus
- 2GB RAM limiting
- Display specs not disclosed
- New product category
- Competition from Meta
- Ecosystem dependencies[2]