News Briefs Archive

Kopin Debuts Solos, Smart Eyewear for Cyclists

Jan. 20, 2016

Kopin Corp. has introduced  Solos, an ultra-lightweight smart eyewear aerodynamically designed for optimal performance, comfort and style while cycling.

Solos allows cyclists to easily access and share performance data on a head-up display in real-time wirelessly from their smartphone or wearable fitness device. It accurately displays and shares performance data that allows athletes to achieve maximum potential in training for triathlons, century rides or mountain trails.

Solos has been analyzed and tested in wind tunnels to ensure optimal comfort and reduced drag when in use. Resting comfortably on the face, the minimalist and flexible design enables Solos to be compatible with any aerodynamic helmet. It features anti-slip temple and nose pads for ultimate grip during high-intensity training. The frames are built to be ultra-durable with high-end polycarbonate that shields from impact, wind, dust and shocks.

A key design element of Solos is the Vista virtual screen. It measures only 4mm in height, as small as the size of a human pupil, allowing see-through/see-around vision, while showcasing a large 5-inch virtual display with bright, high-resolution color graphics. The screen cuts glare so images can be easily read on the sunniest of days. A new nSight opto-mechanical adjustment further enhances comfort and minimizes eye strain when worn on longer training sessions or trails.

Solos monitors performance metrics such as heart rate, speed, power, pace, cadence, distance, duration and other Bluetooth and ANT+ compatible data. The Solos app captures, streams and syncs data, allowing cyclists to customize workouts while keeping track of target performance levels. It also supports existing training programs and new tool development that enables users to see progress and heighten performance capabilities.

A unique feature of Solos is Whisper advanced voice extraction technology that allows voice commands for hands-free control of the display settings like caller ID, notifications and social media. The integrated near-ear stereo speaker system with ambient monitoring provides optimal control of volume levels to deliver performance cues that can be clearly heard above the noise of the road and wind.

Solos incorporates a new SiMax Li-ion battery which has double the energy density compared to other commercial Li-ion batteries. The SiMax battery enables a streamlined design, while providing riders with up to 10 hours in a single charge.

Strava integration technology allows users to download GPS routes and upload recorded activity to share with friends.

Once the account has been connected with Strava, all training sessions will automatically transfer to them, so sharing information with teammates and friends is facilitated. Delivering advanced performance metrics to iOS and Android phones, Solos comes equipped with ANT+ technology that enables wearable and smartphone devices to share health data. The platform and sensory indicators provide enhanced metrics such as speed, power, pace, heart rate, distance, duration and other Bluetooth and ANT+ compatible information.

Solos will be available in Q2 2016 for an MSRP of $499.

For more information, visit http://www.solos-wearables.com; http://www.kopin.com; (508) 870-5959

To Top
Subscribe Today for Free...
And join more than 35,000 optometric colleagues who have made Review of Optometric Business their daily business advisor.