Solos Launches AirGo V2 Smart Glasses With Optional Privacy Shield
Original: These New Smart Glasses From Solos Come With a Privacy Shield for the Cameras
Why This Matters
The privacy-focused accessory model signals a potential differentiator strategy as smart glasses competition intensifies beyond Meta.
Smart glasses maker Solos announced two new models on July 7: the audio-only AirGo A6 and the camera-enabled AirGo V2 at $299. The V2 supports photo/video capture, music playback, and AI assistance. A separately sold Privacy Kit with clip-on camera blockers is available for $79.
Solos announced two new smart glasses models: the audio-only AirGo A6 and the camera-equipped AirGo V2, priced at $299—matching Meta's Smart Glasses at the same price point. The AirGo V2 supports photo and video capture, music playback, AI assistant functionality, prescription lens fitting, and offers 10–12 hours of battery life. Solos is also selling a separate Privacy Kit for $79, which includes a clip-on camera shield that physically blocks the lens, allowing users to revert to audio-only mode. A clip-on polarized lens is also included. Critics note that requiring a separate purchase and manual attachment may discourage consistent use of the privacy feature, and does not prevent bad actors from removing the blocker after entering restricted areas. Solos' previous camera model, the AirGo Vision (2024), received a negative review from WIRED citing poor media capture quality, frustrating controls, and an intrusive app. The AirGo V2 launch comes amid growing scrutiny of Meta's smart glasses, which faced backlash over secretly added facial recognition code and recent announcements of new fees for previously free features. Competitors including Google, Samsung, Warby Parker, Gentle Monster, and reportedly Apple are also entering or expanding in the smart glasses market.