WGP Smart Audio Sunglasses (2nd Gen) Open Ear Speaker with Bluetooth Connectivity

Whilst walking, I like tk listen to music, unfortunately, this means that I did sometimes miss things that are happening around me as the general sounds I would normally hear are muffled by Earphones, this sorts my issue out by not actually going into your ear. They sit on your face like a normal paid of sunglasses, when you open them up though, they turn in and can be connected to your mobile phone where you can play music directly into the space next to your ear.For me, I get a nice clear sound quality that still allows me to hear things around me, it's also a lot more comfortable than having something covering my ears for ages at a time.They are quite big and thick on my face but they do still sit nicely and comfortably.The polarisation on the lenses is reasonable, not completely dark though, but just enough to keep a darkened view on a bright day.

These WGP Glasses come well presented with case, USB charging lead, sound pads, a cleaning cloth and decent quick start guide which includes warranty/support details. You do need a USB source to connect the charging lead to. The immediate impression is of a well made product.DesignThe glasses do look slightly over sized but you can buy additional lens sections as the side arms which contain all the electronics unclip easily. The design I received seem better for larger faces and featured a rather 1980s style graduated tint. Both arms have touch pads which can be used to control functions and after a while they do become quite intuitive. For example, four taps on the right side will activate your Google Assistant. The glasses which also have some internal voice prompts are light and comfortable to wear for long periods of time.The charging lead has a USB plug at one end, at the other it’s specific to these glasses, so don’t lose it. Charging time is about 2 hours giving you around 7 hours play time – the glasses switch on automatically when you put them on.Sound qualityThe sound quality is, in overall terms, clear but bass presence is weak. To me, these spectacles are good enough for listening to talk radio and similar but offer a less satisfying sound with music because of the weak bass. I tried a number of adjustments to the sound on my phone but they did not cure the weakness. Another issue is also the sound leakage from these spectacles, I could see them annoying a lot of people on trains, buses and planes etc. The supplied sound pads help a little, but not much and reduce the sound output which is modest anyway. Bluetooth connectivity is stable though and the range is good.ConclusionI’m not sure that a pair of sunglasses with a built in sound system are a natural synergy. Overall, these glasses look a bit 1980s with their oversized lenses but seem durable. The sound quality may suit those used to narrative radio but the musical quality did not inspire me. There is also the matter of sound leakage. I think you could do better by investing the purchase price of these glasses in a pair of Bluetooth earphones and sunglasses.

What you getThe glasses which are modular; each arm is an independent speaker wirelessly linked to each other. Each one is separately charged.You get a nice faux leather pouch and cleaning clothYou get a proprietary double charging cable and finally a small pouch containing a couple of small plastic covers (more about that later)The glasses appear to be reasonably well made. Each arm is magnetically attached to the rims. The hinges are not sprung and the lenses are not scratch resistant. Overall these are pretty cheap glassesThey do look nice, kinda a retro look I think and I’ve been told they suit me but I feel that these have a slightly more feminine look to them.Set-up and connection were a breeze; my phone found the frames and paired without any issues.Sound quality is actually pretty good all things considered. They’re obviously “open and airy”. There reasonable mid-tone but lacks any bass.Right temple Swipe back & forwards to skip tracks. Left temple swipe for volume control.Double tap either side to pause/play. Call pick-up is 2 taps and reject is 3 taps. 4 taps for your virtual assistant.The best and worst bit about this concept is that they aren’t in your ear. This means that you can hear everything around you but also means that other people can hear your music.Overall for RRP of around 90 quid these are quite expensive as you can get separate sunglasses and earbuds for less money but with this gadget you get some added features such as smart integration and that open-airy sound.

You are looking at a pair of WGP sunglasses with built in audio. A month ago I didn't even realise these things existed, but now that I think about it this design makes a lot of sense with the rise of AI assistants such as Siri and Google Assistant. As "smart" glasses they are fully compatible both Siri and Google Assistant and allow for convenient control of your connected phone's functionality - including making calls - without even needing to look at your phone.As for other features, I like the fact these frames feature a magnetic quick release to allow you to switch lenses quickly and easily. The fact that they use anti-scratch lenses means that if you swap lenses often you're unlikely to damage them any time soon. The built in battery is pretty good and I've found that I only have to charge them once a week or so with about 45m - 1h use per day on average.Sound quality is good & clear, and connection is straightforward and stable once paired. The frames are comfortable and not too heavy. The one problem I have found with these glasses, however, is the fact that a noticeable amount of sound escapes from the speakers - even though they are designed to be aimed towards the ear of the wearer. This means that other people nearby may be able to overhear what you are listening to - or even worse what you are saying on the phone. Despite this, I like the design of these glasses and the privacy issue doesn't really affect me as I will mostly be wearing them in my back garden. Therefore I would still give a positive recommendation.