Solos' newest AI glasses are introducing a true privacy mode.

      Solos is introducing a physical Privacy Kit for its AirGo V2, which features a camera, while also launching a camera-free version, the AirGo A6.

      AI smart glasses encounter trust issues, as the presence of a camera can cause discomfort among those nearby, even when not actively recording. Solos' latest solution is not another blinking LED or software control, but rather a physical component.

      The company has revealed two privacy-centric additions to its wearable line-up: the camera-free AirGo A6 smart glasses and a new Privacy Kit for the AirGo V2 that obstructs the camera physically whenever users prefer it to be inactive.

      Unlike many other AI smart glasses on the market, the AirGo A6 lacks a camera entirely. Solos aims to provide a lighter, more conventional design for everyday use, emphasizing comfort and privacy. Users will still enjoy AI-driven features through integrated microphones and speakers, such as voice assistance, translations, notifications, and hands-free operations, without any image capture.

      However, the camera is not completely absent. Solos has also launched the AirGo V2 worldwide, starting at $299. This model is equipped with a 16MP camera that can record 2K video, modular frames, and offers up to 12 hours of battery life, serving as the company’s premium option for those seeking visual AI functionalities.

      To alleviate concerns regarding wearable cameras, Solos has introduced a Privacy Kit for the AirGo V2. Rather than depending solely on software notifications or recording lights, this accessory physically covers the camera lens, clearly indicating to those around that the camera is non-functional.

      This straightforward solution addresses one of AI's prominent perception challenges. As smart glasses grow in popularity, reassuring onlookers that they are not being recorded may be as crucial as persuading consumers to adopt them. While a removable plastic camera cover may seem less advanced, it could prove to be one of the most useful features observed in AI wearables to date.

      Varun is a seasoned technology journalist and editor with over eight years of experience in consumer tech media, covering a variety of topics.

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