pTron steps into smart glasses with Orbis era and urban launch

HYDERABAD: pTron has entered the smart eyewear market with the launch of Orbis era and Orbis urban, marking a push to bring connected glasses to Indian consumers at mass-market prices, the company said in a filing posted on the BSE.

The new bluetooth-enabled smart glasses combine open-ear audio, hands-free calling and blue light protection, aimed at everyday work, travel and leisure use. pTron positions the range as feature-rich yet accessible, with prices starting at Rs 1,499 for Orbis era and Rs 2,499 for Orbis urban.

Orbis urban is pitched as a more versatile option, featuring magnetic clip-on sunglasses, air-conduction audio, 10 mm drivers, HD microphones and fast magnetic charging. Orbis era targets daily users with a lightweight frame, eight-hour battery life and similar audio and calling features. Both models support bluetooth 5.4, IPX4 water resistance and replaceable lenses, including prescription options.

pTron founder and CEO Ameen Khwaja, said the launch reflects the company’s ambition to make futuristic wearables practical and affordable for Indian consumers.