JLab’s clip-on speakers transform your favourite frames into smart glasses for £50

Smart glasses might add tech to your face, but what if you’re fond of your current frames? Don’t ditch those long-serving sunnies: add JLab’s attachments to the arms for a wireless audio upgrade. Equipped with simple clips which hook onto the temples of your specs, the JBuds Frames should fit wayfarers and aviators alike. Each add-on harbours a 16mm speaker driver that – working together via Bluetooth – promises to deliver solid audio with optional bass boost. An open-ear design means you’ll hear every compliment from passersby, while call controls and built-in mics make it easy to field enquiries from style scouts. Endurance isn’t an issue either, with an eight-hour play time plus IPX4 waterproofing to see you through summer showers. When it’s time to change your goggles? Simply swap the JBuds over to your new eyewear. And at £50 a pair, they shouldn’t leave you squinting at an empty bank account.

Chris Rowlands Freelance contributor

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Formerly News Editor at this fine institution, Chris now writes about tech from his tropical office. Sidetracked by sustainable stuff, he’s also keen on coffee kit, classic cars and any gear that gets better with age.

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