Mentra Unveils First Smart Glasses with Open-Source OS and App Store
Smartwatch giant Huawei may have dominated the wearable space, but Mentra is now looking to shake things up with its first smart glasses, the Mentra Live. Initially reminiscent of other smart glasses on the market, these glasses boast a unique feature - their own app store.
The MiniApp Store offers a wide range of apps that can do everything from saving hand-written notes in an instant, to analyzing your chess moves and whispering suggested next steps to you. The latter example showcases what Mentra's technology is capable of.
However, the real game-changer here is the open-source OS used by the glasses. With developers having had access to the SDK since early 2025, it's a clear indication that Mentra is committed to making its technology accessible to everyone.
So what makes these smart glasses tick? The Mentra Live boasts a powerful Mediatek MTK8766 chipset and features a top-notch 12-megapixel camera with an impressive 119-degree field of view. Three microphones, stereo speakers, and HD video capabilities make for a seamless user experience. Additionally, users can stream live videos on popular platforms like X, YouTube, Twitch, and Instagram.
With a sleek design that weighs in at just 43 grams, these smart glasses are not only stylish but also light as a feather. Battery life is no less impressive, clocking over 12 hours of use with an additional 50+ hours of charge stored in the accompanying charging case. And for those who need prescription lenses, Mentra's got you covered.
Priced at $299 and available for pre-order now, the first batch of glasses will ship on February 15th, with a limited release to follow on February 28th. As one of the first smart glasses with their own app store, it remains to be seen how well Mentra's vision will hold up against its competitors in this rapidly evolving space.
Smartwatch giant Huawei may have dominated the wearable space, but Mentra is now looking to shake things up with its first smart glasses, the Mentra Live. Initially reminiscent of other smart glasses on the market, these glasses boast a unique feature - their own app store.
The MiniApp Store offers a wide range of apps that can do everything from saving hand-written notes in an instant, to analyzing your chess moves and whispering suggested next steps to you. The latter example showcases what Mentra's technology is capable of.
However, the real game-changer here is the open-source OS used by the glasses. With developers having had access to the SDK since early 2025, it's a clear indication that Mentra is committed to making its technology accessible to everyone.
So what makes these smart glasses tick? The Mentra Live boasts a powerful Mediatek MTK8766 chipset and features a top-notch 12-megapixel camera with an impressive 119-degree field of view. Three microphones, stereo speakers, and HD video capabilities make for a seamless user experience. Additionally, users can stream live videos on popular platforms like X, YouTube, Twitch, and Instagram.
With a sleek design that weighs in at just 43 grams, these smart glasses are not only stylish but also light as a feather. Battery life is no less impressive, clocking over 12 hours of use with an additional 50+ hours of charge stored in the accompanying charging case. And for those who need prescription lenses, Mentra's got you covered.
Priced at $299 and available for pre-order now, the first batch of glasses will ship on February 15th, with a limited release to follow on February 28th. As one of the first smart glasses with their own app store, it remains to be seen how well Mentra's vision will hold up against its competitors in this rapidly evolving space.
so yeah, these new smart glasses from Mentra seem like a solid contender... I mean, who wouldn't want a device that can analyze chess moves for you? 
it's those little things that make me think they're onto something here - the open-source OS and app store are huge steps forward in terms of user accessibility. Plus, 12 hours of battery life is pretty impressive! 
I'd be curious to see how they stack up against other smart glasses on the market when they start hitting shelves... maybe Mentra's got a shot at disrupting the space? 
! The fact that they have an open-source OS and a MiniApp Store is genius - it's gonna make them super appealing to devs and users alike 
And the design? It's sleek and comfy-looking, not too bulky at all 
. The camera and audio quality also seem pretty impressive 
. Plus, the battery life is pretty sweet - I can already imagine myself streaming vids on the go without worrying about running out of juice 
. One thing that's got me wondering though: how's the price point? $299 seems a bit steep for some folks...
- 12-megapixel camera, 3 microphones, and HD video capabilities? That's like, next-level tech 
! And the design is so sleek and lightweight, it's perfect for everyday wear 
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. The fact that they're releasing their SDK early on means that devs can start building apps and integrations right away, which is gonna be a game-changer for the community 
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! Can't wait to see what kind of awesome stuff people come up with using Mentra's platform 
. I'm also loving the design, it's sleek and lightweight, perfect for everyday wear 
. having a SDK available since early 2025 shows mentra is serious about making their tech usable by devs and users alike. also, who wouldn't want an app store for smart glasses? it's like they're thinking of all the possible use cases out there - saving notes, analyzing chess moves... it's pretty cool 
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Not only do they have a top-notch camera and 12+ hours of battery life 
is a total game-changer for streaming enthusiasts 
. And, $299 isn't too bad considering what you're getting 
. Can't wait to see how the app store grows and evolves with the community 
It's like having a mini computer on your face!