Augmented Reality Glasses Review: Epson Moverio BT-200
Images are projected in front of both eyes, using 2 projectors. The resolution is 960 x 540 and it’s transparent. 3D images are possible so great for the gamers, the entertainment lovers and also for industry.
Built-in motion sensors detect your head movements. With additional motion sensors on the controller. Yes, there’s a controller.
The controller has a textured touchpad and a micro-sd card slot. Connection to Wi-Fi and Bluetooth is via the controller. Battery life is 6 hours. The micro-USB charger connects to the controller.
With a front-facing camera and the dual-screen combination then yes, these smart glasses are made for AR.
Field of view is approximately 23 degrees. You get built-in GPS, Accelerometer, Microphone, Compass and Gyroscope. Audio is via Dolby Digital Plus Surround Sound. You’ll need the earbuds (supplied) to use it.
The Epson Moverio BT-200 runs on Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), with an OMAP 4460 1.2ghz dual-core processor and 1GB RAM. Add to this 8GB of internal memory, expandable to 32GB, then you’ve got the makings of a decent pair of smart glasses.
Apps
Present count is 17 built-in apps and 13 available from the Moverio “ apps market”. Not a huge yield but it’s a start.
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Thumbs Up?
- Considerably cheaper than its main competition, Google Glass.
- Dual-purpose smart glasses. Can be used in industry and by the consumer market.
- Dolby Digital Surround Sound
- Battery life is 6 hours.
- 8GB internal memory that you can extend to 32GB with a Micro SDHC
Thumbs Down?
- Uncomfortable to wear over your own glasses.
- The controller and cord. Not great.
- Reports of issues with clarity.
- The resolution, at 960 x 540 could be better.
Verdict
These transparent, binocular smart glasses are a step in the right direction by Epson. When you’ve got the likes of the Vuzix M-100 and Golden-i in your field, it’s good that they have had a rethink and moved away from the BT-100. There’s less emphasis on industry and more on the consumer, gamers in particular.
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