Nuance Audio Plus hearing glasses reach the US store from $829
EssilorLuxottica's Nuance Audio Plus combines conventional lenses with directional microphones and open-ear speakers. The official US store now lists three frame shapes from $829; enhanced amplification, physical controls and iPhone-only calling distinguish the Plus version.
This article is general information, not medical advice. Consult a qualified professional about hearing concerns.
Confirmed facts
A new hearing-and-vision configuration
The official Nuance Audio product page presents Plus as eyewear with directional microphones and open-ear speakers. The manufacturer describes stronger amplification, better speech clarity in noise and a more natural perception of the wearer's own voice compared with its earlier glasses. These are product claims, not results of independent HoloNexa testing.
The US catalog lists Square, Upturn and Panthos frame shapes from $829. Prescription lenses and configuration choices can change the final checkout total. The existing non-Plus range remains listed separately from $699.
Controls, charging and phone compatibility
A switch on the right temple powers the Plus glasses, and folding the temples puts them to sleep when that switch is on. Frame-mounted controls adjust amplification across five levels. The company also offers app and optional remote control.
According to the US store FAQ, the standard Plus package includes a foldable case, cleaning cloth, charging pad and USB-C cable; the charging case and Remote Plus are sold separately. The store estimates about four hours for a full charge. The official product page restricts its hands-free calling feature to an iPhone running iOS 16 or later; Android calling should not be assumed.
Scope and limits
These glasses provide hearing support and ordinary vision correction, not an in-lens AR display. The official product page does not give a precise battery-life figure in the cited overview, so a particular runtime should not be inferred from an 'all-day' marketing description. Fit, background noise, lenses, availability and local pricing may vary.
The manufacturer's product page is undated. September 22 is the date on which the launch was reported by industry media; the product and US pricing were separately checked against the official Nuance Audio pages on September 25. HoloNexa has not evaluated hearing outcomes or independently tested the device.
Why it matters · Analysis
Nuance Audio Plus illustrates a practical wearable category that emphasizes a specific accessibility function rather than visual overlays or general-purpose AI. Its $829 starting price, separate accessories and iPhone-only calling make the precise configuration and use case important when comparing it with broader smart-glasses announcements.