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Epson Moverio BT-200 vs Vuzix M300

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When comparing Epson Moverio BT-200 vs Vuzix M300, the Slant community recommends Vuzix M300 for most people. In the question“What are the best smart glasses?” Vuzix M300 is ranked 4th while Epson Moverio BT-200 is ranked 6th. The most important reason people chose Vuzix M300 is:

If the battery is running low, you can replace it with a fully charged battery without needing to turn off the glasses. Larger extended batteries are also available, which can increase the battery life to up to 12 hours of continuous use. These larger batteries can be mounted on a belt instead of in the frames to be more ergonomic.

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Augmented Reality possibilities

Because these glasses have their displays right in the middle of your vision, they can project digital images ontop of reality (augmented reality - AR for short). This means you can get contextual data about an item right in your field of view. This tech can be used by interior designers to see how a room would look like with different furnishings in different places, as well as more everyday uses like drawing a navigation line ontop of the road when navigating.

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You can run any Android apps on the device

While there is no access to the PlayStore, you can sideload apps onto it. The primary interface for Android apps will be the wired controller.

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Hot swappable batteries

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Built-in features

While apps are available, some built in features are very welcome. Out of the box it has the ability to record video and take pictures (and scan barcodes), manage your calendar, track events, and connect with your phone for notifications.

There is also built in GPS as well as head tracking. GPS will allow for precise location information, and the head tracking in combination will pinpoint exactly where you are and where you're looking. This allows for augmented reality (AR), which can remind electricians which wires are live, or display other relevant information when looking at an object in the real world.

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Multi-platform compatibility

While the Vuzix itself runs Android, it is compatible with both Android and iOS operating systems. This broadens its consumer base, and will allow (businesses especially) more flexibility when using it.

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Rugged

These glasses are not only water and dust resistant, but also able to withstand drops of up to 8ft (about 2.5m).

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Touchpad controls

On the side of the M300 is a touchpad which is the primary input device, but is accompanied by physical buttons.

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Configurable mounting options

The M300 can be mounted to the frames of regular glasses, as well as safety glasses, headbands, hard hats and headsets. This makes it very versatile.

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Cons

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Unadjustable

These glasses don't have any ability to be adjusted - this isn't tech you'll be easily be able to share with others while remaining comfortable. It also means that if you normally wear glasses, you will need to wear those under these smart glasses.

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Clunky controls

Most of the controlling will be done through the wired touchpad. This is a clunky implementation, and requires a wired attachment. It isn't ideal for out-and-about usage, which is what smart glasses excel at.

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Not meant for consumers

While they could be used for consumers, they haven't been designed for average consumers. These are meant for businesses - possibly museums, engineering firms, or designers. There may not be much non-enterprise software available for the average user.

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Poor battery life

The default compact battery will only provide a battery life around 2 hours of continuous use.

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Designed for enterprise

While not inherently bad, these smart glasses aren't designed for consumers. They won't have the same support for apps and other useful features for general consumers, and will likely be more specialized for enterprise.