A new type of smart glasses adjusts your prescription as you move your gaze.

      Smart glasses typically focus on add-ons like displays and cameras. In contrast to products like the Ray-Ban Meta, IXI aims to solve a common daily issue: switching focus between a phone, a laptop, and the surrounding environment. Their autofocus smart glasses are designed to adjust focus in real-time, with the concept showcased at CES 2026.

      For individuals who require assistance with both near and distant vision, the typical solution is bifocal or varifocal lenses. While they can be effective, they often confine users to a limited area, particularly when reading, and can cause blurriness around the edges when the eyes shift from the optimal position. Some users adapt quickly, while others find it challenging to adjust.

      IXI's concept is more straightforward than many other smart eyewear solutions. It aims to make the lenses function as if they are always correctly positioned, eliminating the need for users to search for the right spot within the lens.

      The innovation lies in gaze sensing.

      The glasses utilize eye-tracking technology to determine where the user is looking and then adjust the liquid-crystal lenses accordingly. The frame incorporates infrared components directed at the eyes to detect reflections and estimate gaze direction. When shifting focus from far to near, the optics can provide the necessary correction. When the user looks away again, the glasses revert to the distance setting.

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      Because the corrections are dynamic, the company claims there's no requirement for large fixed zones that are permanently dedicated to reading.

      The goal is to offer comfort and clarity. By optimizing most of the lens for distance until close-up vision is needed, users may find they spend less time tilting their heads, repositioning screens, or squinting at the edges.

      However, this is not yet a consumer-ready product. The success of the experience hinges on how natural the transitions feel, particularly during movement.

      The roadmap and considerations

      IXI aims to launch within the next year, starting in Europe pending regulatory approval, before pursuing FDA approval in the US. They anticipate prices will be higher than standard glasses. Initial availability may be limited to a select few frame styles and sizes.

      There are practical compromises to consider. The glasses require overnight charging via a concealed magnetic connection. The company also acknowledges potential edge distortions and indicates more testing is necessary before it can deem the system safe for driving; a fallback mode will revert to a basic lens state if issues arise. For those interested, the next best step is to look out for real-world demonstrations that include walking outdoors, nighttime scenarios, and driving tests, rather than just controlled indoor evaluations.

      For those interested in augmented reality and more advanced smart glasses, the best options now also accommodate prescriptions.