Zeblaze has expanded its lineup beyond smartwatches with a fresh wearable aimed at people who want hands-free audio and quick video capture on the go. Called the Zeblaze Q01, these new smart glasses combine a built-in camera, speakers, and a microphone in a design that’s meant to be practical for everyday use and especially appealing for athletes.
It’s important to set expectations: the Zeblaze Q01 isn’t an AR headset. There’s no display built into the lenses, so you won’t be seeing speed stats, navigation overlays, or live text floating in your field of view. Instead, think of the Q01 as a lightweight Bluetooth headset you wear like glasses, with the added bonus of on-board photo and video recording.
For the camera, Zeblaze uses a Sony IMX219 image sensor. The glasses can take photos and record video at up to 1200p, which makes them a convenient option for capturing workouts, rides, runs, or other activities where holding a phone or action camera is awkward. Zeblaze also claims both hardware- and software-level image stabilization, aiming to keep footage smoother when you’re moving.
While there’s no visual AR layer, the Q01 still leans into “smart” features through connected services. According to the company, the glasses can capture images and have them analyzed quickly, and they also support conversation translation. Another highlighted use case is meeting recording and summarization. These features aren’t processed directly on the glasses, though—they require a Bluetooth connection to a smartphone to handle the heavier lifting.
In day-to-day use, the Zeblaze Q01 can also function as a standard Bluetooth audio device for calls and music. Battery life is rated at up to nine hours for music playback, while continuous video recording is listed at up to 50 minutes. WiFi support is included as well.
Pricing is positioned in the budget category. Listings place the Zeblaze Q01 at around $64, and buyers can choose from different lens color options. For anyone searching for affordable camera smart glasses, Bluetooth glasses with a microphone and speakers, or an easy way to record hands-free 1200p video during workouts, the Zeblaze Q01 is designed to check those boxes without trying to be full AR eyewear.
