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Pro Lola
OVERSIZED SUN · BLACK / LATTE · UV400
Festival-to-beach oversized frames. Your soundtrack and your AI, without earbuds.
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AI Smart Glasses · Australia · Optometrist-Backed
Smart glasses that talk.
Smart glasses that talk.
No camera. From $399.
Open-ear audio, live translation in 88+ languages and a hands-free AI assistant — built into a frame first, so it's lighter, more comfortable, and welcome anywhere. Backed by Australian optometrists.
No camera — welcome anywhereFree AU shipping30-day returnsPrescription-ready
Or 4 payments of $112.25 with Afterpay · Apple Pay · Google Pay
Sidequest Pro Lola · worn here — $449 · Oversized sun
Or pick your shape
NO CAMERAAudio-first — nothing recording
88+ LANGUAGESLive conversation translation
7 HR BATTERY10-day standby, 2 hr fast charge
OPTOMETRIST-FITTEDFree trial at Melbourne clinics
30-DAY RETURNS12-month AU warranty
The hero lineup
Four shapes. One smart stack.
Aviator Sun
Pro Leo
METAL AVIATOR · SILVER / GOLD · UV400
Classic aviator lines with the full smart stack.
Shop Pro LeoBest for Sport
Pro Apex
SPORTS SHIELD · ~38 G · SWEAT RESISTANT
Full-shield sports frame for rides, runs and HYROX.
Shop Pro ApexRimless
Pro Beck
RIMLESS · SILVER / GOLD · LIGHTWEIGHT
Barely-there rimless minimalism for all-day wear.
Shop Pro Beck
Built different, on purpose
No camera. No recording anxiety. Just you, lighter.
Most AI eyewear on the market is built around a camera first. Sidequest is audio-first: live translation, an AI assistant and open-ear sound, with nothing pointed at the room.
- No camera, no lens, no recording indicator needed
- Lighter build — nothing spent on image sensors
- Looks and wears like a normal pair of glasses
The honest comparison
Tech brands make gadgets.
Tech brands make gadgets.
We make eyewear.
Most AI eyewear squeezes tech into a frame. Sidequest starts with the frame.
| Sidequest Pro | Typical AI Glasses | |
|---|---|---|
| Backed by Australian optometrists | Yes | Rare |
| Prescription fitted locally | Yes | Limited |
| Camera / recording | None | Usually built-in |
| Live translation (88+ languages) | Yes | Varies |
| Price | $399–$499 AUD | Comparable or higher |
Melbourne · Doncaster & Williamstown
Try them on. See how light it feels.
Book a free fitting at our partner optometrist, Eye Philosophy, and we'll credit $50 toward your pair either way.
- Free fitting appointment — no obligation to buy
- $50 credit toward your frames when you book
Join the Sidequest Club
Get $50 off your first quest.
Member-only drops and first look at new frames.
One pair. Every quest.
Whatever your main quest,
Whatever your main quest,
there’s a Sidequest.
Smart audio glasses that fit the life you already live — not the other way around.
Cyclists & Runners
Ride with ears open
Directions, pace and podcasts without blocking traffic noise. Sweat-resistant sport shield, secure wrap fit.
Shop Pro Apex → Commuters & Travellers88+ languages on tap
Live conversation translation and hands-free calls, from the airport taxi to the hotel check-in.
Shop Pro Leo → Office & Video CallsMeetings, hands-free
Clear-lens frames that take your calls and read notifications aloud while you keep typing.
Shop Mason Optical → Style-FirstFashion, upgraded
Oversized statement frames with the full smart stack hidden inside. Nobody knows until you tell them.
Shop Pro Lola → Prescription WearersFitted with your script
Optical smart frames fitted by Eye Philosophy optometrists in Williamstown & Doncaster, Melbourne.
Book a fitting → Kids & FamiliesScreen-free adventures
Audio stories and hands-free fun with ears open to the world — no screens, no earbuds.
Shop Kids Ollie →
Questions, answered
Everything people ask before buying
Straight answers — no jargon. More detail on our full FAQ page.
What do Sidequest smart glasses actually do?
Open-ear speakers for music, calls and podcasts, a hands-free AI assistant, and live translation across 88+ languages — built into sunglasses or clear-lens frames. Control everything by touch or voice while your phone stays in your pocket.
Do they have a camera?
No — on purpose. Sidequest is audio-first: no camera means a lighter frame, better battery, and glasses that are welcome in gyms, offices, schools and anywhere camera glasses aren’t.
Can other people hear my music?
The directional open-ear speakers aim sound at your ears. At normal volume in a typical environment, the person next to you hears little to nothing — and your ears stay open to traffic and conversation.
Can I get prescription lenses fitted?
Yes. Our optical frames can be fitted with your script by our partner optometrists at Eye Philosophy in Williamstown and Doncaster, Melbourne — or by your local optometrist.
How long does the battery last?
Around 7 hours of continuous playback, up to 10 days on standby, and a fast charge takes about 2 hours.
Do they work with iPhone and Android?
Yes — both, over standard Bluetooth. No subscription required.
Are they safe for cycling and running?
That’s the point of open-ear audio: unlike earbuds, your ears stay open to traffic, footsteps and voices. The Pro Apex adds a sweat-resistant sport shield and secure wrap fit.
What if they don’t suit me?
You’re covered by 30-day returns and a 12-month Australian warranty — or book a free fitting in Melbourne and try them before you buy.
Free AU shipping · 30-day returns · Afterpay
Start your Sidequest.
Smart audio glasses from $399, backed by Melbourne optometrists. Try them online or in a clinic — either way, you’re covered.
