Even Realities Takes on Meta With Anti-Distraction Smart Glasses, Dual-Purpose Ring

Even Realities, a wearable technology startup headed by former Apple engineer Will Wang, introduced two new devices this week: the Even G2 Display Smart Glasses and the Even R1 Smart Ring. Both wearables were reportedly built on the idea that technology should distract users less and integrate more smoothly with everyday routines.

Even G2 uses the startup's Even HAO 2.0 optical engine to work with micro-LED projectors and layered waveguides. This technology projects images that appear to blend naturally with the user's surroundings. Users see quick AI prompts in the foreground, with navigation or notes placed subtly behind them.

The G2 skips cameras and speakers entirely, so there is no recording or audio, unlike smart glasses like Ray-Ban Meta. The glasses weigh just 36 grams and have an IP67 rating for dust and water resistance. A full charge offers more than two days of battery life, and ...