Solos AirGo 3
| Solos AirGo 3 | |
|---|---|
| Basic Info | |
| VR/AR | Augmented Reality |
| Type | Smart Glasses |
| Subtype | Consumer AR, Audio Glasses |
| Platform | iOS, Android |
| Creator | Solos |
| Developer | Solos |
| Manufacturer | Solos |
| Announcement Date | 2023 |
| Release Date | 2023 |
| Price | $199-$249 |
| Website | https://solosglasses.com/ |
| Versions | Solos AirGo 3 (multiple frame styles) |
| Requires | Smartphone (iOS/Android) |
| Predecessor | Solos AirGo 2 |
| Successor | Solos AirGo V |
| System | |
| Operating System | Companion app (iOS/Android) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm (audio processor) |
| CPU | Audio processing chip |
| GPU | N/A |
| Storage | |
| Storage | Limited (on-device) |
| Memory | Limited |
| SD Card Slot | No |
| Display | |
| Display | None (audio-only smart glasses) |
| Subpixel Layout | N/A |
| Peak Brightness | N/A |
| Resolution | N/A |
| Pixel Density | N/A |
| Refresh Rate | N/A |
| Persistence | N/A |
| Image | |
| Field of View | N/A |
| Horizontal FoV | N/A |
| Vertical FoV | N/A |
| Average Pixel Density | N/A |
| Peak Pixel Density | N/A |
| Foveated Rendering | No |
| Optics | |
| Optics | Standard eyewear lenses |
| Ocularity | N/A (no display) |
| IPD Range | N/A |
| Adjustable Diopter | Prescription lens compatible |
| Passthrough | N/A (no display to block view) |
| Tracking | |
| Tracking | None |
| Tracking Frequency | N/A |
| Base Stations | None |
| Eye Tracking | No |
| Face Tracking | No |
| Hand Tracking | No |
| Body Tracking | No |
| Rotational Tracking | No |
| Positional Tracking | No |
| Update Rate | N/A |
| Tracking Volume | N/A |
| Play Space | Everyday wear |
| Latency | <100ms (audio) |
| Audio | |
| Audio | Dual-direction open-ear speakers (100dB max) |
| Microphone | Yes (beamforming with Whisper Audio Technology) |
| 3.5mm Audio Jack | No |
| Camera | No |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Ports | USB-C (charging) |
| Wired Video | No |
| Wireless Video | No |
| WiFi | No (phone dependent) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Power | Internal battery |
| Battery Capacity | Not specified |
| Battery Life | 10 hours (music), 7 hours (calls) |
| Charge Time | ~1 hour |
| Device | |
| Dimensions | Standard glasses form |
| Weight | ~36g (temples only) |
| Material | Plastic, modular design |
| Headstrap | None (glasses temples) |
| Haptics | No |
| Color | Multiple frame/lens options |
| Sensors | Touch controls |
| Input | Voice commands, touch gestures, ChatGPT/AI integration |
| Compliance | IP54 rated |
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The Solos AirGo 3 is an AI-powered audio smart glasses device developed by Solos, released in 2023 with pricing starting at $199 for sports frames and $249 for lifestyle frames. As the third generation of the AirGo series, the AirGo 3 focuses on audio-first smart glasses functionality enhanced with ChatGPT/OpenAI integration for hands-free AI assistance, featuring extended battery life of up to 10 hours for music streaming (or 7 hours for calls), Whisper™ Audio Technology with beamforming microphones that reduce background noise by 45dB, dual-direction open-ear speakers delivering up to 100 decibels, and IP54 water/sweat resistance for outdoor activities. The modular design allows users to swap temples between different frame styles without purchasing entirely new glasses, while the SolosTranslate feature enables real-time language translation during international meetings or travel. Unlike display-based AR glasses, the AirGo 3 concentrates on audio augmentation—calls, music, podcasts, AI voice interaction, and notifications—while maintaining a normal glasses appearance with optional blue light blocking or prescription lenses.
History and Development
Solos Background
Company history:
- Founded for sports/fitness wearables
- Cycling focus initially
- Audio glasses expansion
- AI integration evolution
AirGo Series Evolution
Product progression:
- Original AirGo
- AirGo 2
- AirGo 3 (2023)
- AirGo V (successor)
2023 Launch
Third generation release:
- ChatGPT integration
- Extended battery life
- Whisper Audio Technology
- Modular design
AI Integration
Smart features:
- OpenAI partnership
- Voice-activated AI
- Translation capabilities
- Natural conversation
Design Philosophy
Audio-First Smart Glasses
Core focus:
- No visual display
- Superior audio quality
- All-day wearability
- Normal appearance
Modular Construction
Interchangeable design:
- Swappable temples
- Multiple frame styles
- Mix-and-match options
- Cost-effective customization
AI-Powered
Intelligent features:
- ChatGPT integration
- Voice commands
- Translation
- Smart assistance
All-Day Battery
Extended use:
- 10 hours music
- 7 hours calls
- Full-day operation
- Active lifestyle support
Audio Technology
Whisper™ Audio Technology
Noise reduction:
- Beamforming microphones
- 45dB noise reduction
- Voice isolation
- Busy environment capable
Open-Ear Speakers
Audio delivery:
- Dual-direction design
- Up to 100 decibels
- Situational awareness
- Clear sound quality
Audio Performance
Sound characteristics:
- Music streaming
- Podcast playback
- Phone calls
- AI responses
Microphone Array
Voice capture:
- Right temple positioned
- Beamforming technology
- Speech optimization
- Background rejection
AI Features
ChatGPT Integration
OpenAI assistant:
- Hands-free queries
- Voice-activated
- Contextual responses
- Daily assistance
SolosTranslate
Real-time translation:
- Live language translation
- Whispered translations
- International meetings
- Travel assistance
Voice Commands
Audio control:
- Music playback
- Call management
- AI interaction
- Notification handling
Smart Assistant
Daily utility:
- Information queries
- Reminders
- Scheduling
- General assistance
Physical Design
Lightweight Construction
Weight specifications:
- Temples: ~36g
- Normal glasses feel
- All-day comfort
- Active lifestyle suitable
Modular Temples
Interchangeable design:
- Disconnect capability
- Frame swapping
- Style customization
- Future-proof investment
Frame Options
Multiple styles:
- Sports frames (Helium)
- Lifestyle frames
- Various colors
- Lens options
Durability
Protection level:
- Rating: IP54
- Sweat resistant
- Water splash resistant
- Outdoor activity ready
Frame Collections
Helium Sports
Athletic design:
- Lightweight sports frames
- Starting at $199
- Performance focused
- Active lifestyle
Lifestyle Frames
Daily wear:
- Fashion-forward styles
- $249 starting
- Professional appearance
- Everyday suitable
Argon Collection
Premium options:
- Designer aesthetics
- Additional frame styles
- Lens variations
- Customization
Accessories
Add-ons:
- Additional frames ($79-$119)
- Replacement temples kit ($174)
- Lens options
- Cases
Battery Life
Extended Performance
Usage specifications:
- Music: 10 hours streaming
- Calls: 7 hours
- All-day capability
- Active use duration
Charging
Power management:
- USB-C charging
- ~1 hour charge time
- Quick charge capable
- Travel friendly
Connectivity
Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless connection:
- Smartphone pairing
- Stable connection
- Low latency
- Range adequate
Companion App
Phone integration:
- iOS support
- Android support
- Settings control
- AI configuration
Notifications
Alert delivery:
- Phone notifications
- Audio alerts
- Message reading
- Call notifications
Use Cases
Daily Communication
Everyday use:
- Phone calls
- Message notifications
- AI queries
- Audio playback
Active Lifestyle
Sports and fitness:
- Running
- Cycling
- Outdoor activities
- Situational awareness
Professional Use
Work applications:
- Hands-free calls
- Translation (meetings)
- AI assistance
- Productivity
Travel
On-the-go:
- Language translation
- Navigation audio
- Music/podcasts
- Communication
Comparison with Competitors
| Feature | Solos AirGo 3 | Ray-Ban Meta | Bose Frames |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $199-$249 | $299 | $199-$299 |
| Display | None | None | None |
| AI | ChatGPT | Meta AI | None |
| Camera | No | 12MP | No |
| Battery (Music) | 10 hours | 4 hours | 5.5 hours |
| Water Resistance | IP54 | Water resistant | IPX2 |
| Modular | Yes | No | No |
| Translation | Yes (SolosTranslate) | Limited | No |
Strengths and Limitations
Strengths
- ChatGPT/AI integration for hands-free queries
- 10-hour battery life for music
- Whisper Audio Technology (45dB noise reduction)
- Modular swappable frame design
- SolosTranslate real-time translation
- IP54 water/sweat resistance
- Affordable pricing ($199-$249)
Limitations
- No visual display (audio-only)
- No camera for visual AI
- Requires smartphone for connectivity
- Limited to audio use cases
- No spatial tracking
- Bluetooth range dependent
- Open-ear audio (not noise-isolating)
Technical Specifications Summary
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Audio smart glasses (no display) |
| AI | ChatGPT/OpenAI integrated |
| Audio | Dual-direction speakers (100dB) |
| Microphone | Beamforming with Whisper Audio (45dB reduction) |
| Battery | 10 hours music / 7 hours calls |
| Durability | IP54 rated |
| Weight | ~36g (temples) |
| Design | Modular, swappable frames |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Price | $199-$249 |