2026 is shaping up to be smart glasses. While display-based glasses still feel like they’re here to stay, non-display form factors continue to dominate. After the success of Meta Ray-Ban, it’s clear that every brand wants a piece of the action, and that’s exactly what Rokid is doing with its AI glasses style.
rear Rokid glasses on display Last year’s IFA brought together AR and AI, and Rokid is back with a device that clearly rivals it. Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses (2nd generation). Rokid AI Glasses Style promises a similar core experience, and after spending time with them, we felt the company might actually be on to something.
Rokid AI Glasses Style: Cheat Sheet
- What is it? These are smart glasses without a display that have a built-in camera, speaker, and microphone.
- Who is it for? Creators and users who want to record videos, take photos from PoV, listen to music, and answer calls hands-free without paying the price of a Meta Ray-Ban.
- How much does it cost? of Rokid AI glasses style costs $299lenses and accessories are charged separately.
- what do we like? They’re super lightweight compared to most smart glasses I’ve used and are comfortable enough to wear all day. You can record videos in multiple aspect ratios, ChatGPT integration allows you to ask questions on the go, and the battery life is truly impressive.
- What’s not to like? The build feels a little flimsy, and the charging settings aren’t as seamless as on other smart glasses. There’s also no video calling support like the Meta Ray-Ban glasses, and the default dark tint can feel too aggressive indoors.
Rokid AI Glasses Style: Specifications
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price |
$299 |
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screen |
— |
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audio |
open ear audio |
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camera |
12MP Sony sensor, 4K recording in 9:16, 4:3, and 3:4 aspect ratios |
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chip |
Qualcomm Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 |
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connectivity |
Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 6 |
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Software/AI |
Hands-free ChatGPT integration, Hi Rokid companion app |
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storage |
32GB |
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weight |
38.5g |
Rokid AI Glasses Style: Featured Items
Aside from a few drawbacks, which we’ll get into later, there are plenty of reasons why people choose these smart glasses over Meta Ray-Bans.
Super lightweight design
One of the common concerns people have when considering purchasing smart glasses is how thick their faces will look and how heavy they will feel. That concern is valid, as many of the smart glasses we’ve seen tend to look a little goofy.
But the first thing you notice when you take the Rokid AI Glasses Style out of the box is how light it is. As someone who has been using the first generation Meta Ray-Bans for many years, the difference in weight is immediately noticeable.
Rokid AI Glasses Style weighs only 38.5 grams, which is significantly lighter than Rokid AI Glasses Style. Meta Ray Ban Usually about 50 grams. Rokid has also added a nose pad so these smart glasses won’t slip or cause nose fatigue, improving overall comfort when worn for long periods of time.
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smart glasses |
size |
weight |
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Rokid AI glasses style |
– Hinge to hinge: 149 mm |
38.5g |
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Ray-Ban Meta Glasses (Gen 2) |
– Hinge to Hinge: Max. 137mm (Large) |
48g～53g |
It’s also fairly large in size, with a standard hinge-to-hinge fit of 142 mm, but the Meta Ray-Ban also comes in smaller sizes at approximately 131 mm and 137 mm. Compared to these, the Rokid glasses feel wider and actually work well for my (unusually) large head.
One issue I had with the Meta Ray-Bans was discomfort behind the ears after long periods of use, but I didn’t experience that this time around thanks to the wide fit and light weight.
camera is surprisingly good
In terms of design, Rokid AI Glasses Style is very similar to other displayless smart glasses. There’s a camera with a lens on the right side, buttons on the top side of the right stem, and touch controls along the right stem. There is also an LED indicator near the left lens.
But what surprised me the most was the camera. Rokid AI Glasses Style uses a 12 MP Sony sensor and supports 3:4, 4:3, and 9:16 aspect ratio photos, as well as video recording up to 3K 30 fps in 9:16, 3:4, 9:19.5, and 4:3 formats.
Like other smart glasses, a single press of the button on the right stem will take a photo, and a long press will start video recording. One of the standout features is that the Rokid AI Glasses Style allows for up to 10 minutes of continuous recording. This is perfect for creators and anyone who needs longer clips. For reference, Meta Ray-Ban’s recording time is limited to approximately 3 minutes.
In terms of performance, the glasses can take bright and vivid photos in sunlight, and the video stabilization is pretty solid. I also used it while playing badminton, and the video was surprisingly stable even during fast-moving activities.
However, like most display-less smart glasses, you can’t preview your shots instantly, so you’ll need to import them into the companion app first.
Built-in AI function is very convenient
With AI in the name, Rokid had to include some AI features in these smart glasses, but they’re really useful. Instead of building its own models, Rokid relies on services such as: Chat GPT, deep seekQwen for AI processing, but only ChatGPT was available in my region.
It’s multimodal and allows you to use the “Hi Rokid” wake word to summon your assistant and speak your queries hands-free. You can also take a photo and have the AI describe, summarize, or translate it for you.
Translation is handled by Microsoft AI Translation, supports up to 89 languages, and worked reliably in my testing. You can also enable Live Translate, which continues to listen to the conversation and translate it in real time, but it will drain your battery significantly faster.
However, my favorite feature was definitely the AI shortcuts. You can enable this in the Hi Rokid app and assign it to a two-finger long press on the right stem to trigger an action.
For example, you can set it to take a photo and describe what you’re seeing, instantly translate text, or perform custom prompts like checking the weather. This is a really cool feature and I find myself using it a lot.
Battery life easily exceeds expectations
Smart glasses without a display typically have longer battery life than models with a built-in display, but there are some examples like the Meta Ray-Ban that offer fairly average battery life.
That said, the Rokid AI Glasses Style definitely leads the pack when it comes to battery life.
Rokid claims that the AI Glasses Style can last up to 12 hours on a single charge. Although I wasn’t able to completely drain water even after a full day of continuous use, my experience shows that the glasses are close to what the company claims.
However, for reference, I was able to easily empty a 1st generation Meta Ray-Ban over a similar period of use.
That said, while battery performance is strong overall, there are some issues with the charging setup that lead to this device’s drawbacks.
Rokid AI Glasses Style: Down
While the overall experience with Rokid AI Glasses Style is very good, there are some notable drawbacks.
Disadvantage: Unique charging system
While the Rokid AI Glasses Style’s battery life is one of the best I’ve seen on smart glasses without a display, the charging settings are on the other end of the spectrum. Meta Ray-Ban or even most competing smart glasses oakley model Made by Meta, they come with a charging case that can power them while the glasses are inside.
The Rokid AI Glasses Style comes with a fairly basic protective case instead. The standard case included in the box does not have built-in charging support.
Instead, the glasses rely on a magnetic pogo pin connector at the end of the right stem for charging. Rokid includes a charging adapter that connects to a USB-C cable to power the glasses, but there’s no easy way to charge them on the go unless you connect them to a power bank.
Rokid says it will sell a dedicated charging case and what the company calls a “Power Capsule,” both of which will come at an additional cost. This is noteworthy because the basic version of the Meta Ray-Ban also includes a similar charging solution.
The overall construction feels a little flimsy.
The Rokid AI Glasses Style works well without being overdone, looks like regular sunglasses, and is lighter than many competing smart glasses, but the overall build feels a little flimsy, especially when compared to the Meta Ray-Bans.
The Metaglass feels stiffer and sturdier both in the hand and when worn, while the Lokid pair feels slightly cheaper in overall quality. The difference is very noticeable, whether the hinges are a little loose or not structurally sound (although given the low price, it’s not at all surprising).
Other quirks you should know
Other than that, there aren’t any major downsides to using the Rokid AI Glasses Style, but there are a few small quirks worth noting. One is that the standard lenses that come with the glasses are a little darker than expected.
If you don’t choose a photochromic lens, the default lens will feel a little too tinted indoors and visibility may be slightly worse.
Another complaint, especially for someone like me, is the lack of video call support. While Meta Ray-Ban offers the ability to switch to the glasses camera and share your POV during video calls, Rokid AI Glasses Style has nothing similar in any video calling app.
Rokid AI Glasses Style: Verdict
It’s clear that Rokid is not challenging the meta throne with Rokid AI Glasses Style. Although Meta’s product is still a mature product and most of its features work very well, it is also becoming clear that Meta’s dominance in non-display smart glasses is no longer guaranteed.
Rokid glasses bring some truly impressive technology to the table, even outperforming Meta Ray-Bans in some areas. There are still some drawbacks that can’t be ignored, but for about $80 less than the cheapest Meta Ray-Ban option, these are a surprisingly strong alternative.
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