Optical expertise in miniature
The move from large-format projectors to delicate glasses seems unusual at first glance, but according to XGIMI, it follows a clear logic. The company uses its years of experience in optics, lighting technology, and design to solve problems with current smart glasses, such as their weight or bulky appearance.
Apollo Zhong, founder of XGIMI, sees glasses as the ideal form factor for AI in everyday life: “Glasses are an established everyday object and do not require any new usage habits. From our point of view, this is a suitable form factor to make AI functions unobtrusively available.”
Modular and extremely lightweight
A key criticism of previous AR and AI glasses has often been their comfort. The Memo Air Display weighs only 28,9 grams, placing it in the same weight range as conventional prescription glasses.
The glasses have a modular design to suit different tastes. At launch, there are eight frame styles and five temple options to choose from. The frames also accommodate prescription lenses, and the manufacturer claims the battery lasts all day. With the included charging case, usage is even possible for up to a week.
Two models at market launch
XGIMI launches with two versions for different user types.
- Memo One: The flagship model for around $599. It offers a binocular display (both eyes) as well as integrated speakers for a combination of visual and acoustic AI interaction.
- Memo Air Display: The minimalist version with a monocular display (one eye). It is designed for users who want discreet information and value a classic glasses design.
A third model, which is even more visually similar to conventional glasses, is already under development.
Hybrid AI power
On the software side, MemoMind relies on a hybrid operating system. Instead of relying on a single provider, the glasses combine various large language models (LLMs) such as those from OpenAI, Microsoft Azure and Qwen, depending on the requirements.
Key features include real-time translations, summaries of conversations or texts, context-related hints and navigation, as well as reminders and notes.
The information is displayed via transparent "air displays" that project information into the field of vision without obstructing the view of the real world.
Availability
The MemoMind series is currently being presented at CES 2026 (January 5-9) in Las Vegas. Pre-orders should be possible soon. Whether and when the glasses will be available in European stores is not yet confirmed.
Source: Press release
