EssilorLuxottica, the lens and eyewear manufacturer that recently partnered with Meta on Ray-Ban smart glasses, has introduced an updated version of its Nuance Audio product line. The new devices are designed to function as both stylish eyewear and discreet over-the-counter hearing aids.
The Nuance Audio Plus model successfully integrates FDA-cleared hearing assistance technology into temple arms that maintain a profile nearly identical to that of conventional glasses. Key upgrades in this iteration include enhanced sound amplification, clearer voice reproduction, additional physical controls on the device, and an extended battery life of up to 10 hours.
In the United States, the Nuance Audio Plus is currently available in three distinct frame styles: Square, Pathos, and Upturn.
Does the physical control work well with gloves? Asking for my winter commute.
Wait, EssilorLuxottica did this before the Meta collab? Interesting timing for the product launch.
Ten hours is decent, but I wish it lasted longer. Still, voice clarity upgrades are promising.
Finally, a hearing aid that doesn’t look like one. The discreet design is a game changer.