Human Capable Launches Kickstarter Campaign for Augmented Reality Smart Glasses

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 30, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today Human Capable launched a crowdfunding campaign for Norm Glasses, everyday Augmented Reality (AR) smart glasses that look and feel like normal frames. Engineered for comfort, functionality, and style, they're now available for less than $300 USD on the Kickstarter platform.

Norm Glasses are equipped with a wearable mini-computer that runs on an Android-based operating system. The technology is voice-activated, features dual speakers, open-ear sound and a head-up display (HUD).

"Although Smart Glasses have not yet hit the streets, they can be very helpful in our daily lives. However, in order for this to happen, they need to be comfortable, lightweight, and stylish," said Human Capable founder Charles Sun. "We have worked very hard to achieve this in our design of Norm Glasses, and hope that they can bring practical value to people."

At 30-36g, Norm Glasses are the lightest among all smart glasses with a head-up display, and even lighter than most audio-only smart glasses. This allows users to comfortably wear and interact with the glasses on a daily basis.

Due to the common technical challenges of shrinking optical and electrical hardware into AR glasses, few models on the market today achieve the look of normal eyeglasses. All components of Norm Glasses are embedded discreetly inside the lightweight frames, including CPU, memory, storage, battery, speakers, microphones, camera, and optical system which displays digital information in the user's field of view. The design concept is such that wearers will not be able to tell their frames have a microcomputer built into them. The sleek design also folds up into a standard glasses case. They can be hung on the shirt when not in use, just like normal sunglasses.

Norm Glasses have 20° field of view with large eyebox. This enables users to consume digital content with ease, without requiring a custom fitting. The frames support tinted, polarized, transition or prescription lenses. Norm Glasses pair via Bluetooth with Android or iOS smartphones. The dual speakers with an open-ear design means that users can listen from through their glasses while still being aware of their surroundings; a smart volume control mechanism ensures that they won't disrupt people in close proximity.

Users can make and receive phone calls, listen to music, podcasts and audiobooks, manage emails and texts, capture and view video and photos, update or check social media and much more. Functionality can be extended with apps in the same way as on a smartphone, and can integrate with multiple voice platforms. Users can stay on top of communication, obtain or share information in heads-up, hands-free manner, without holding or touching their phone.

"Our team is focused on human-machine interaction and has a vision to bring value to people's daily lives," continued Sun. "After four years of R&D, we are thrilled to introduce Norm Glasses on Kickstarter."

The estimated delivery date of Norm Glasses is Jan 2020. For more information on pledge levels, please visit the Kickstarter campaign. Media wishing to interview their personnel should contact PR agent, Jessica Sanchez at [email protected].

SOURCE Human Capable