Xiaomi Enters Smart Glasses Arena with Mijia Audio Glasses

Smart glasses continue evolving beyond novelty status, and Xiaomi's new Mijia Smart Audio Glasses demonstrate a pragmatic approach to wearable audio. Unlike AR-focused competitors, these prioritize seamless audio integration within familiar eyewear designs – a strategic play for everyday glasses wearers.

Design & Comfort Available in Titanium (€199), Browline, and UV400-protected Pilot frames, the titanium variant weighs just 34g despite housing electronics in its 5mm plastic temples. The frames accept prescription lenses and block 25% blue light, targeting desk workers. While slightly heavier than standard glasses, they maintain IP54 dust/water resistance – enough for rain commutes.

Audio Engineering Quad beamforming microphones enable clear calls and ambient recording, while open-ear speakers avoid ear canal fatigue. Sound quality prioritizes clarity over bass response, with volume limitations in noisy environments. A privacy mode attempts to minimize audio leakage, though effectiveness varies. The trade-off: no ANC, but 13-hour battery life with 1-hour USB-C charging via magnetic dock.

Controls & Connectivity Touch-sensitive temple panels handle playback, calls, and voice assistant activation. Bluetooth 5.4 supports dual-device pairing (tested with iPhone 17 Pro and MacBook Pro 14), while wear detection auto-pauses media during removal. The companion app offers gesture customization and notification reading permissions.

Ecosystem Position Deliberately avoiding cameras or AR overlays, Xiaomi focuses on audio utility within its broader IoT ecosystem. The magnetic charging dock echoes Xiaomi's accessory ecosystem, though cross-platform functionality remains intact. For prescription eyewear users seeking consolidated audio/vision solutions, this eliminates earbud redundancy – a compelling value if audio expectations align.

While future iterations may add cameras, this debut prioritizes foundational comfort and reliability. As smart glasses mature, Xiaomi's pragmatic entry establishes a wearable audio baseline that challenges dedicated earbuds for all-day wear scenarios.

Learn more at Xiaomi's official product page