Review of the Even G1 Glasses

We present a review of the Even G1 glasses, described as the first eyewear to integrate a display directly into the lenses, qualifying as augmented reality glasses. The excitement is palpable, as people have waited nearly 15 years for a product like this. Considering that earlier attempts, such as Google Glass, were widely seen as failures, the technology behind the Even G1 now seems to be “working pretty well.”

The unboxing experience was described as “a beautiful unboxing experience.” The packaging opens in a specific way to reveal the glasses in their case. This case also doubles as a charger for the glasses, functioning like a power bank. Included accessories are a USB-C to USB-C cable for charging the case and a small microfiber cloth for cleaning the lenses.

At first glance, the Even G1 glasses have a “really sleek look.” They don’t look overly flashy or “too much like high-tech smart glasses,” but rather have a slim, discreet design that’s close to standard eyewear. On the back of the temples are digital control zones. On either side of the glasses, there are modules with sensors and “touch bars,” each with different tap-based functions. The displays are visible directly in the lenses.

Activating the glasses is simple through a dedicated app available on iOS and Android. Just download the app and follow the step-by-step guide. In “just a few minutes,” the Even G1 glasses are paired with the app and the user’s smartphone.

Initial impressions on comfort are positive—the glasses are said to be “quite comfortable.” The visual experience is described as “super stylish” and “impressive.” Information appears “right in front of me.” The first item displayed is a main dashboard. This dashboard includes the time, notifications, saved reminders, the date, and a calendar (synced with the iPhone calendar to display appointments and tasks). Seeing this information directly is described as “seriously mind-blowing” at first. The dashboard also shows temperature and weather, and can be customized through the app. The user notes they tilt their head up to view the dashboard.

The dedicated app for the Even G1 allows users to monitor information from the glasses, such as the battery level of both the glasses and the charging case. A downside noted is that both the app and the text displayed on the glasses are currently only available in English and German. A silent mode is available for notifications (e.g., SMS).

Several specific features of the Even G1 are tested and detailed:

• Quick Note: Activated by long-pressing the right touch bar. It lets users dictate notes through the built-in microphones. The notes are then saved and appear on the dashboard when the user lifts their head, which is described as “absolutely crazy.”
• Instant Translation: Presented as a “very interesting” and “truly mind-blowing” feature. The glasses can capture the voice of a speaker who doesn’t speak the same language and display the real-time translation on the user’s dashboard.
• Teleprompter: Via the app, it’s possible to import a script. Once activated, the script is displayed in front of the user. The glasses can detect the user’s voice and automatically scroll the script line by line as they read, depending on where they are in the text. This is considered a “pretty cool” feature for giving presentations or recording videos while seeing the script right in front of you.
• GPS Navigation: While the feature itself is “fairly basic,” it is described as impressive due to the way information is displayed. After selecting a destination (e.g., downtown Valencia) and a mode of transport (walking or biking, since it’s “not made for driving”), the app confirms the route. In real time, the user sees a mini-map, estimated travel time (at the top center), the current time (on the left), and detailed directions (turn right/left, distance, street name). This is seen as the “perfect combination” of smartphone, smartwatch, and smart glasses, and it’s the feature that most impressed the tester “in terms of visibility.”
• Even A.I.: This built-in artificial intelligence is activated by a long press on the left touch bar. Users can ask it questions, and it tries to respond. It works best in English (“full English”); while it’s possible to ask questions in French, the results are less reliable for now. One potential downside is that it can be “a bit slow and temperamental” when processing responses. An example given is asking for a chicken sandwich recipe—Even A.I. provides a list of ingredients and then step-by-step instructions so the user can cook by following the guidance.

One major omission noted is the lack of a built-in camera for recording video. Although other competitors (such as Ray-Ban Meta glasses) do have cameras, they do not include display capabilities in the lenses like the Even G1. It is suggested that a future version could add a voice-activated camera.

Despite the absence of a camera and other minor flaws, the tester is “a huge fan.” The glasses are seen as “an extension of your connected world” or your smartphone, delivering an experience that’s “insanely enjoyable” and “just plain awesome.” While “not perfect,” the product “clearly works.” There’s hope that over time and with updates, the model will improve, possibly incorporating displays that can show images and not just text.

Finally, the product is described as “a rather expensive piece of technology,” priced around $600 to $700. However, there’s optimism that the technology will become more widespread and affordable “within a few years,” becoming more powerful and less expensive.