When comparing Epson Moverio BT-300 vs Sony SmartEyeglass, the Slant community recommends Sony SmartEyeglass for most people. In the question“What are the best Google Glass alternatives?” Sony SmartEyeglass is ranked 3rd while Epson Moverio BT-300 is ranked 4th. The most important reason people chose Sony SmartEyeglass is:
The device uses a see-through screen allowing information to be displayed in the wearers general view instead of on the side. Currently the display is capable of displaying information in a monochrome green color at 419x138 pixels, 15 frames per second and up to 1000cd/m2 brightness.
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Pros
Pro Augmented reality ready
The Epson Moverio glasses can scan real world items such as a QR code to bring up relevant information right ontop of the QR code itself. AR (augmented reality) can also be useful for other technological activities - such as flying a compatible drone in first person view, viewing virtual blueprints, or just casually watching Netflix.
Pro Subtle display
The display tech used is OLED, which means that the display will disappear completely when not in use (OLED doesn't need a backlight for black pixels, while a LCD requires the full backlight to be on even when only a small section of the display is required to be on).
Pro Easy control methods
There are 2 ways to control these smart glasses - either through head movements or with a wired controller. While out and about it will be much easier to use the head movements, however at home or when playing games or perhaps web browsing the controller will make for an easier controlling experience.
Pro Uses a see-through screen to display information in general view
The device uses a see-through screen allowing information to be displayed in the wearers general view instead of on the side. Currently the display is capable of displaying information in a monochrome green color at 419x138 pixels, 15 frames per second and up to 1000cd/m2 brightness.
Pro Ambient light sensor adjusts brightness
Pro Built-in 3MP camera w/ video support
It's possible to take 3MP still photos and videos at 15fps without sound.
Pro Wired external battery pack has a microphone, a touchpad and power, navigation and camera buttons
Pro Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity
The device is capable of Bluetooth v3.0 and WiFi 802.11b/g/n connectivity.
Pro Embedded 3 megapixel camera
Pro Built-in accelerometer, gyroscope & electronic compass
Cons
Con Stands out
These are clearly smart glasses, and even from a distance it will easily be able to tell. The camera on the right side will mean that you won't be able to wear these glasses everywhere, and in public you'll get more than a few strange looks.
Con Not yet available
These are expected to launch later in 2016.
Con Bulky frame
Makes the wearable obtrusive.