# DIY AR-Functioned Monocle Clip-Ons Brilliant Labs Unveils a New Augmented Reality Monocle By Amy Duong | Published 2023-02-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monocle-1 References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2023/02/08/diy-ar-glasses-get-a-bit-geekier-with-this-monocle-clip-on/) & [brilliantmonocle](https://www.brilliantmonocle.com/)  [Brilliant Labs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frame-glasses) presents a new monocle design that is packed with [augmented reality technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightweight-ar-glasses) for a unique and progressive performance. The circular glasses are to go over one eye and leave the other free and it is able to clip onto any other pair of glasses, which is perfect for those that wear prescriptions. This sleek function is thick and features elements including a 720p camera, Bluetooth connectivity, a battery, and an OLED display that measures 640 x 400. The small attachment is different from commercial AR wearables due to its software and open-source design. The finished new product by Brilliant Labs is now available to shop and comes with a charging case in the box. Image Credit: Brilliant Labs ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **DIY Ar-functioned Monocle Clip-ons:** DIY technology encourages the development of personalized AR design. - **Augmented Reality Clip-ons:** AR clip-ons expand augmented reality across multiple eyewear brands and styles. - **Open-source AR Wearables:** Open-source AR technology encourages customized and collaborative development. ### Who This Affects Most - **Eyewear:** Incorporating AR technology into eyewear could revolutionize the eyewear industry and user experience. - **Wearable Tech:** AR clip-ons create new opportunities for wearable tech integration and commercialization. - **Software Development:** Open-source AR technology encourages software development and collaborative innovation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Open-Source AI Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frame-glasses.md) - [Dual-Camera AR Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superhexa-vision.md) - [All-in-One AR Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/augmented-reality-android-glasses.md) - [Practically Styled AR Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oneweek-ar-glasses.md) - [Compact AR Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spectacles-gen-5.md) - [AI-Packed Smart Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rayneo-x3-pro.md) - [Collaborative Professional AR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/almer-arc-2.md) - [Cyclist-Targeted AR Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lawk-one-ar-glasses.md) - [Demure Display-Equipped Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-rayban-display-sunglasses.md)