# Protective Connected Workforce Eyewear The Vuzix Shield 3D Smart Safety Glasses are Stylish By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2023-02-13 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vuzix-shield-3d References: [thegadgetflow](https://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/vuzix-shield-3d-smart-safety-glasses-are-exclusively-designed-for-connected-workforce/) & [vuzix](https://www.vuzix.com/products/vuzix-shield-smart-glasses?utm_source=GadgetFlow&utm_medium=GadgetFlow&utm_campaign=GadgetFlow)  The [Vuzix](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vuzix-shield) Shield 3D smart safety glasses are a workforce-ready eyewear style created with a protected design to help professionals maintain connectivity when on the job. The eyewear is powered by an eight-core CPU and offers connectivity to the metaverse for instructions, live remote guidance or IT needs. The eyewear will enable professionals to stay connected without the need for a mobile device with an external screen to prioritize a more focused user experience. The Vuzix Shield 3D smart safety glasses have uLED stereo displays that work with [augmented reality (AR) systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tozo-vizo-v1) to deliver impressive performance, efficiency and safety. The eyewear is ready to be used with prescriptions if required and will offer crystal clear audio to boot. Priced at $2,499 per pair, the wearable is available now. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Smart Safety Glasses:** Opportunity to disrupt PPE industry by incorporating connectivity and AR capabilities into safety glasses. - **Augmented Reality (AR) Glasses:** Opportunity to disrupt AR industry by incorporating safety and protective features into AR glasses for workforce application. - **Wearable Technology:** Opportunity to disrupt wearable technology industry by creating workforce-specific wearables that prioritize safety and connectivity. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):** Opportunity for PPE manufacturers to incorporate technology and connectivity into their safety equipment. - **Augmented Reality (AR):** Opportunity for AR industry to expand into workforce applications by prioritizing safety and protective features. - **Wearable Technology:** Opportunity for wearable technology industry to expand into the workforce market by creating products that prioritize safety and connectivity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Industry Worker Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vuzix-shield.md) - [Smart Safety Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lucyd-armor.md) - [Consumer-Focused Smart Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vuzix-z100-smart.md) - [Protective Mixed Reality Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thirdeye-gen-mr-x2.md) - [Advanced Smart Glasses Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xtreme-smart-glasses.md) - [AI-Enabled Smart Glasses Demonstrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aienabled-smart-glasses.md) - [Productivity-Focused Smart Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asus-airvision-m1.md) - [Connected UV Protection Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lucyd-lyte.md) - [Open-Source AI Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frame-glasses.md)