XGIMI Enters the Smart Glasses Arena with New AI-Powered MemoMind Line Projector manufacturer XGIMI has stepped into the wearable AI space, unveiling a new brand called MemoMind for its debut lineup of augmented reality glasses. The announcement came at CES, showcasing the company’s move beyond home theater projectors. Two distinct models are planned, with the company leveraging its optical expertise to create lightweight, everyday wearable designs. The glasses will be offered in eight frame styles and five temple designs, with the option to fit prescription lenses, aiming for a fashion-forward appeal. The flagship model is the Memo One, featuring dual-eye displays and integrated speakers for interacting with an AI assistant. The more minimalist Memo Air model weighs only 28.9 grams and uses a single-eye display. A key point of clarification is that the glasses utilize waveguide display technology, not the microLED displays initially suggested in early information. This is a significant detail, as waveguides generally offer a more comfortable viewing experience for users who wear prescription lenses, projecting information onto the lenses rather than placing tiny screens directly in front of the eye. The design is reminiscent of other waveguide-based smart glasses like the Even Realities G1. In a hands-on experience, the waveguide prisms in the Memo One were noted to be quite tall, providing a large display area for information. A demo homescreen was able to show a full stock tracker with graphs while still displaying the time and a notifications panel. The glasses are activated by tilting the head up. Despite being the full-featured model, the Memo One was reported to feel surprisingly light. The core function of the MemoMind glasses is to serve as a wearable interface for an AI assistant. Promised features include real-time translation, content summarization, note-taking, setting reminders, and offering contextual guidance. XGIMI states its AI platform will dynamically switch between different AI models, including OpenAI, Microsoft Azure, and Alibaba’s Qwen, to provide the best result for each user query. The Memo One is slated for pre-order soon, likely after the Mobile World Congress in March, with a price set at $599. Prescription lenses will be an additional cost. The more basic Memo Air model will follow at a later date. While the hands-on impression was positive regarding the display technology and comfort, a full review will be necessary to assess the overall performance and utility of the AI system.
