# PCMag Rates Xgimi MemoMind One at 3.5 Stars: Practical Waveguide Glasses Held Back by Monochrome HUD and Sparse Controls Canonical page: https://savlume.com/items/urz5d1i2owtu816mh14jgegdx Publisher: Savlume Published on Savlume: 2026-09-28T17:54:28.000Z Content updated: 2026-10-13T20:24:56.570Z Source publication time: 2026-09-28T17:54:28.000Z Offer status: Unverified PCMag reviewed the $599 Xgimi MemoMind One smart glasses, calling them the most polished entry in the waveguide category thanks to responsive notifications, live captioning, and reliable turn-by-turn navigation. The camera-free design offers lightweight comfort and over 16 hours of battery life during testing. However, the reviewer noted that physical interactions are hampered by a single button with no touch gestures, the monochrome green display limits visual density, and the optional $19.99 monthly Memo+ AI lifestyle summaries proved vague and inaccurate. ## Media review PCMag's Will Greenwald calls the MemoMind One a polished and practical waveguide smart-glasses experience, praising its core display features and navigation while criticizing its controls and AI memory tools. Attribution: PCMag Reviews ยท Will Greenwald AI-assisted summary of source text, not a Savlume hands-on test. - Source-reported strength: The reviewer found notifications prompt and reliable, including alerts from third-party phone apps. - Source-reported strength: The reviewer praised the map-based navigation for its useful street labels and generally accurate, responsive location tracking. - Source-reported strength: The reviewer found live captions effective and reported strong battery life during intermittent use. - Source-reported limitation: The reviewer found the single-button controls limiting and said many functions rely on voice commands or the phone app. - Source-reported limitation: The monochrome green display is difficult to see in some bright outdoor conditions, according to the review. - Source-reported limitation: The reviewer found Memo+ summaries vague and unreliable; recorder summaries also cannot be disabled. ### Can the glasses show notifications from third-party apps? Yes. The reviewer says app notifications can be toggled individually and reported that they appeared instantly and reliably during testing. ### Are the glasses suitable for outdoor navigation? The reviewer praised their walking and cycling directions, but says the monochrome display can be hard to see outdoors against a lightly colored background. ### Is the AI memory feature included? No. The source says Memory and related features require the optional Memo+ subscription, priced at $19.99 per month or $199.99 per year. ## Evidence and sources Source report only. Merchant price, availability, seller, and conditions have not been independently confirmed. Last attempted check: Not recorded Last successful verification: Not recorded PCMag Reviews: https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/xgimi-memomind-one AI-assisted summary of cited source material. Not a hands-on review. Prices and availability can change.