Engo3: Smart sports glasses with display forgo camera, microphone, and AI
The new engo3 displays performance data directly in your field of vision. However, it completely omits cameras, microphones, and AI.
Competition for Meta's Oakley models: The engo3 projects training data directly into the field of vision.
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With the engo3, the French manufacturer Engo is launching a new sports glasses for endurance training that displays performance data in the field of vision. According to the company, the glasses are specifically aimed at use in running and cycling and are compatible via Bluetooth 5.4 with numerous Garmin devices and the Apple Watch.
Although advertised as "AR Glasses", the engo3 is not an AR glasses in the classic sense, but only has an integrated display. This means that no virtual objects are embedded in the environment, but only training data is displayed. This includes values such as heart rate, pace, or performance, which are displayed in different color zones – from green for the target range to red for deviations. Previous Engo models were previously limited to a monochrome image.
More privacy during sports
The engo3 accompanies training phases such as warm-up, intervals, and recovery. An integrated training mode synchronizes with planned sessions from paired apps and displays target pace, heart rate zones, and countdown timers, among other things. The display is said to automatically adapt to ambient brightness.
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Via a companion app, more than 40 measured values can be configured. The interface works via drag-and-drop, so users can create their own data layouts. A double tap on the temple switches between views, which according to the manufacturer should also work with gloves.
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Myopic individuals must resort to contact lenses with the engo3. There is no room for glasses under the glasses, and the manufacturer currently does not offer prescription lenses. Also not included: cameras, microphones, speakers, or voice-controlled AI assistants. This means the engo3 is likely to appeal primarily to users who are rather put off by AI-powered smart glasses with eyes and ears.
Lighter and more durable than the competition
Of course, with smart sports glasses, the comparison with Meta's Oakley glasses is obvious, even if they have had to do without a display so far. Instead of projecting into the field of vision, the previous Oakley models deliver audio output via integrated speakers, but offer functions such as camera recordings, music streaming, and voice interaction via an AI assistant.
At around 38.5 grams and a stated battery life of 20 hours, the engo3 is significantly lighter and more durable on paper than Meta's Oakley Vanguard (66 g / up to 9 hours). However, it is only protected against sweat and splash water (IP55), while the Vanguard can also withstand brief immersion in water (IP67).
The engo3 will be available from May 11, 2026, for just under 350 euros in black, white, or pink. For an additional 50 euros, there is also a photochromic version with self-tinting lenses that adapt to changing light conditions. Meta's Oakley glasses are in a price range of 440 to 550 euros.
(joe)
