Nothing is working on two new smart glasses models featuring auto-tinting lenses. One version focuses on audio, while the premium model includes cameras and ChatGPT integration. These wearables aim to simplify daily technology use. The company wants to compete with Meta by offering these smart features in a minimalist design.
Nothing has been steadily growing its lineup beyond smartphones. After expanding into audio and recently launching new Bluetooth speakers, the UK-based consumer tech brand is reportedly getting ready to enter the smart wearables segment. According to recent leaks, the company is working on two different models of smart glasses powered by artificial intelligence.
The latest details come from well-known tipster Roland Quandt, who posted the information on Bluesky. The leaks reveal that Nothing is planning a two-tier approach to give buyers the choice between an everyday audio wearable and a feature-packed AI gadget.
Two distinct models in the works
Nothing is said to be developing two versions of its upcoming eyewear. The entry-level model will function primarily as an audio companion, much like having lightweight headphones built straight into your spectacle frames. Users will be able to play music, listen to audiobooks, take phone calls hands-free, and wake up their paired smartphone's default digital assistant, such as Google Assistant or Siri. To keep things lightweight, affordable, and privacy-friendly, this base model will skip the camera entirely.
The second version is planned as a more premium, camera-equipped wearable. Along with all the audio features of the base model, it will include built-in cameras to capture photos and videos directly from the user's perspective.
It will also step up the intelligence by deeply integrating OpenAI's ChatGPT and offering real-time language translation, making it handy for international travel and quick everyday queries.
Auto-tinting smart lenses for both models
Both versions of the Nothing smart glasses are said to come equipped with photochromic lenses. These lenses function just like transition glasses, automatically darkening when you step outside into bright sunlight and clearing up when you head indoors. This means users will not need to carry separate sunglasses when heading outdoors.
The move closely aligns with Nothing CEO Carl Pei's long-term vision of using artificial intelligence to simplify how people interact with daily technology. Given Nothing's trademark design philosophy, the frames could potentially feature transparent accents or minimalist styling, though design renders and hardware specs like battery capacity remain tightly under wraps.
Taking on Meta and the growing wearable market
If launched, Nothing will be entering a space where Meta has already seen strong traction with its Ray-Ban smart glasses lineup, which recently expanded with upgraded camera hardware and dedicated audio-only variants. Other global tech giants, including Google, Samsung, and Apple, are also actively developing or testing smart eyewear.
Nothing has not officially confirmed the project yet, and pricing, technical specifications, and official launch dates have not been shared. However, earlier industry chatter points toward a release window around 2027.