Audio Sunglasses Australia — Open-Ear Smart Sunglasses by Sidequest
Audio sunglasses put open-ear speakers inside a proper pair of UV400 sunnies — music, podcasts, calls and an AI assistant, with no earbuds and your ears open to the world. Sidequest designs audio sunglasses for Australian conditions and backs every pair with Melbourne optometrists.
Why Australians are switching from earbuds to audio sunglasses
You already wear sunglasses most days here — the UV index doesn't give you a choice. Audio sunglasses simply make the thing you're already wearing do more: take calls on the walk, listen on the ride, translate on the trip. Because the speakers sit outside your ear, you stay aware of traffic and conversation — the reason cyclists, runners and drivers choose open-ear over sealed buds.
No camera. That's a feature.
Most big-brand smart glasses build around a camera. Sidequest is audio-first: no camera means a lighter frame, longer battery (about 7 hours playback, 10 days standby), and glasses that are welcome in gyms, offices and schools.
The range, from $399
- Pro Lola — oversized fashion frames, $449
- Pro Leo — classic metal aviator, $449
- Pro Apex — sport shield for cycling and running, $499
- Pro Beck — barely-there rimless, $399
Every pair: free AU shipping, 30-day returns, 12-month Australian warranty, Afterpay accepted. Prescription fitting available through Eye Philosophy optometrists in Williamstown and Doncaster, Melbourne.
Common questions
Can people hear my music? At normal volume, the person next to you hears little to nothing — the speakers are directional. iPhone or Android? Both, via Bluetooth, no subscription. Are they legal to drive in? Open-ear audio keeps your ears open to sirens and traffic — always follow local road rules. More on our full FAQ page.