Solos AirGo A6 and Privacy Kit: The Two-Pronged Strategy Smart Glasses Needed

On July 7, 2026, Solos announced a two-pronged privacy strategy to counter the growing backlash against wearable cameras: it launched the camera-free AirGo A6 smart glasses for users who want AI assistance without a camera, and it introduced a Privacy Kit for the existing AirGo V2 that physically blocks the camera when not in use. The Privacy Kit comprises a ClearView Temple (a clear, camera-free temple that can be swapped in for the camera module) and a Clip-On Privacy Shield that covers the camera lens .

The AirGo A6: AI Without the Camera

Solos designed the AirGo A6 specifically for users who want the convenience of a voice assistant without the privacy cost of an always-present camera. The glasses have no integrated camera, so they cannot record video or take photos. All AI features rely on voice input via microphones and OpenAI's ChatGPT, with hands-free functionality for translation, calendar reminders, and messaging .

At just 19 grams without lenses, the AirGo A6 is dramatically lighter than its predecessor, the AirGo A5, which weighed between 36–40 grams. The weight savings come primarily from thinner temple arms that house the speakers, battery, and electronics .

Core features include: wake-word activated voice assistant, voice notes, real-time translation, messaging, calendar notifications, and open-ear speakers for calls and music. Solos has promised more features will arrive via software updates . The glasses also offer full prescription lens compatibility .

Pricing and availability for the AirGo A6 have not yet been finalized. The Verge reports that no firm price, ship date, or pre-order information has been released .

The Privacy Kit: A Physical Solution for Camera-Equipped Glasses

For users who already own or prefer the camera-equipped AirGo V2, Solos introduced a Privacy Kit that provides two physical ways to block the camera :

• ClearView Temple: A camera-free temple that replaces the camera module on the AirGo V2, effectively converting the glasses into a non-recording frame for privacy-sensitive situations.
• Clip-On Privacy Shield: A physical cover that clips over the 16MP camera lens to block it.

The AirGo V2, launched at CES 2026, already featured a modular SmartHinge design that allowed users to swap between camera and non-camera frames . The Privacy Kit formalizes and simplifies that swap. The V2 itself is available starting at $299, though the charging case is sold separately .

No standalone price or ship date has been reported for the Privacy Kit. Reports confirm its existence and components but do not say what it will cost or when it will be available .

Why This Matters

The Solos strategy stands out because it addresses privacy concerns at the hardware level rather than relying solely on software indicators or LED recording lights. While competitors like Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses rely on a small LED to signal recording, Solos offers users the ability to physically remove or cover the camera entirely. This approach may appeal to privacy-conscious consumers and enterprises that have balked at adopting camera-equipped smart glasses in shared spaces.

By offering both a camera-free model and a retrofit kit for existing camera models, Solos is betting that modularity—not just software disclaimers—will be the winning strategy in the smart glasses market.