For this long-time wearer of progressive lenses, DeepOptics’ 32°N sunglasses are nothing short of an addictive, adaptive miracle.
DeepOptics has developed a proprietary lens technology that seamlessly switches between far and near vision by reorienting the pixels in the glass.
So, when I run my finger over the touch-sensitive side of the thick black sunglasses frame and I look through the Bistro’s window, I can clearly see the building across the parking lot.
Another swipe and the distant scene blurs. I am magically able to read a page on Alon’s Kindle.
I swipe my finger back and forth, gleefully swapping close for distance and back again. For this long-time wearer of progressive (multifocal) lenses, DeepOptics’ 32°N-branded sunglasses are nothing short of an addictive, adaptive miracle.
Unlike when I wear progressive lenses, there’s no distortion with the 32°Ns. Moreover, rather than being limited to a small strip where I can see clearly for reading (tilting my head uncomfortably to look down), with DeepOptics the entire lens is available and clear.
The price is also nice: just $250 for a pair. When I buy new progressive lenses, the cost in Israel can easily top $1,200. DeepOptics’ sunglasses can be preordered (at a discount) as part of a Kickstarter campaign; shipping is expected in about 10 months.