These $14 smart glasses lack the creepy Meta feature that spooked our staff

Have ‘dumb’ smart glasses finally entered the conversation?

We’re no longer just talking about Meta Ray-Bans or Oakley Vanguards — more and more smart glasses are hitting the market, each with its own strengths and weaknesses. Take the MONFOLROY AI Translation Smart Glasses, for example.

Priced at just $14 during Amazon’s Big Spring Sale, these smart shades are a fraction of the $199-plus you’d pay for a pair of Meta glasses. But, they are still powered by Chat GPT, can translate 164 languages, play music and offer hands-free calling — all features our team loved about the Meta models. However, there’s one thing these glasses don’t have, and we’re not missing it: the potential ‘surveillance’ factor.

Meta’s smart glasses can snap photos and record video (yes, that tiny indicator light is the corner), but walking around filming still feels a bit creepy. Our writers have worn them at races, on trips and at concerts — and while they’re perfect for capturing memories, it’s a little uncanny to record without ever touching your phone.

It goes without saying that if these glasses fall into the wrong hands, they could become problematic. A perv was already exposed for using “spy” glasses to record under women’s skirts on the subway. And with a new app set to track smart glasses locations, it’s clear this unease isn’t just in our heads. People are paying attention.

If you’d rather skip the spyware, these budget smart glasses from Amazon could be just what you need — and they still pack a few neat tricks.

MONFOLROY AI Translation Smart Glasses with Chat GPT

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The MONFOLROY AI Translation Smart Glasses are powered by ChatGPT, Deepseek-R1, and Gemini-2.5-Pro. They connect via Bluetooth and offer real-time translation in over 164 languages — ideal for travel or learning a new language. Setup is quick and easy through the EarDance app, with no subscription required.

And, these glasses do more than translate. They double as a study aid and an AI-powered search tool, letting you have AI conversations for writing help, brainstorming, academic research or quick answers to everyday questions. Touch controls also make it easy to take calls on the go.

Built from durable TR90 material with flexible hinges and slim temples, they comfortably fit a wide range of face shapes. Photochromic lenses transition from clear indoor glasses to UV- and blue-light-blocking sunglasses, making them equally functional indoors and out.

Your Amazon Big Spring Sale FAQs, answered

What is Big Spring Sale?

This annual Amazon Spring Sale offers deep discounts on bestsellers and everyday essentials. The seasonality of the sale makes it prime (pun intended) for savings on outdoor products, spring cleaning needs, tools and home essentials, plus all the great discounts you’ve come to expect from a Prime Day-like event.

How long is Big Spring Sale?

Amazon’s Big Spring Sale is a marathon compared to the retailer’s shorter deal events. Shoppers can take advantage of seasonal discounts running from Wednesday, March 25 through Tuesday, March 31.

Do you have to be an Amazon Prime member to shop?

Unlike Prime Day in July, this event is open to everyone who shops on Amazon. However interested shoppers can grab a 30-day free trial to try Prime, and its many benefits with no strings attached, and gain access to exclusive deals, special “Prime” badges on select items and the added convenience of fast, free shipping.

What are the best deals?

From reporting on Amazon sales for years, we can tell you for certain that Big Spring Sale is the ideal period to stock up on household essentials, refill your skincare empties, save on the best vacuums to save your spring cleaning projects, and comb through the massive catalog of Amazon best-sellers.

Is it worth it?

We certainly think so! Big Spring Sale is a great chance to score deals on thousands of best-sellers, seasonal favorites, big-ticket tech and appliances and every day essentials. Our team diligently sorts through all the offers to find you the very best items to grab on sale.

When is the next Prime Day?

Already wondering when Amazon’s next Prime Day is? Prime Day takes place in July each year, so it’s safe to assume it will take place in mid-July 2026 — similar to previous years.

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