Blade 2

The Blade 2 has one physical button which is the power button. This button can be used to power ON and power OFF the Blade. It also has a touchpad on the right temple. All the interactions with the Blade are done using this touchpad as gestures. ...

One-Finger Tap = Select the item in focus (or) Wakeup Blade when it is sleeping One-Finger Swipe Up = Swipe up (or) navigate vertical lists by going up (or) Goes to previous row on keyboard One-Finger Swipe Down = Swipe down (or) navigate ve...

Navigate to Settings > Connectivity > Wi-Fi Select "Turn On" if disabled Select "Add Network" Select the Network you wish to connect to (if hidden, select "Add Hidden Network") Enter the network details and select the green check...

Before updating the Blade Software 2 using OTA, ensure the Blade 2 is connected to a Wi-Fi network and the battery is charged to at least 50%. Navigate to Settings > Software Update > Tap on Check for Updates. If there is an update, a dia...

You can download the Companion App right now for iPhone in the Apple App Store , or you can download the Companion App for Android in the Google Play Store .

CAUTION: This will erase all the data from the device. This includes any applications, settings, and personal data on the device. Please consult with your system administrator before performing this action!!! Open the Settings application on...

The Companion App is available for your Vuzix Blade 2 and it can be installed on your iOS or Android smartphones. The Companion App enables easy setup and customization of your Blade 2 and manages the communication link between the Blade 2 and your ...

Ensure the companion device is linked and connected by verifying the companion application (available on iOS and Android) Ensure notifications are enabled on the companion device

To troubleshoot issues loading pictures/videos in the companion app, confirm both the Vuzix Blade 2 and the companion app are updated to the latest release, then follow the recommendations specific to your device below: For Android devices: Ensu...

To transfer files to/from the Blade 2 via the linked companion app, navigate to the More tab on the Vuzix Companion app and select Manage Storage. Note: This action requires a Wi-Fi direct link between your phone and smart glasses. To transf...

Speech Recognition is a software program that will listen to a user's voice and perform actions based on spoken commands. Speech Recognition allows the user to navigate around the Blade 2's UI and launch certain apps without touching the device. Ind...

Speech Recognition needs to capture audio input from the microphone in order to process spoken commands. Speech Recognition does not store this audio data in any form after processing a command.

Speech Recognition can be enabled from the Settings app on the Blade 2 or by using the Vuzix Companion App: On the Blade 2, go to Settings > Device > Speech Recognition and select the microphone icon to enable or disable Speech Recognition...

Commands fall into two categories: navigation and actions. Navigation commands such as "move right" or "move left" will act much the same as a touchpad swipe in those directions. These are associated with a standard keyboard key press. Action comma...

Speech Recognition on the Blade 2 operates entirely offline and does not require an internet connection.

The base set of speech commands cannot be changed. However, developers who are writing an app for the Blade 2 can use the Vuzix Speech SDK to interact with Speech Recognition and set their own custom vocabulary of commands. These commands will not...

Speech Recognition cannot be used at the same time as another app that records audio. While Speech Recognition is enabled, any app that requests audio input will cause Speech Recognition to stop listening. Once that app is finished using the audio i...

The Blade 2 supports 7.6MP (3264 x 2448) and 4.8MP (2593x1944) JPGs for still pictures and 1080p (1920 x 1080) and 720p (1280x720) for Videos.

The Blade 2's display is currently configured as a 480x480p square which occupies 19 degrees of the right eye field of view (FOV). This square display can be positioned anywhere in the 28 degree vertical Waveguide on the device.

To enable Developer mode (Dev Options) with ADB Debugging, please visit the following Knowledge Article: Enable ADB Debugging on the Vuzix Blade .

Developers can override most touch events and some gestures via the Android KeyEvents API. See interaction methods for the Vuzix Blade 2 on the Developer Center.

The Blade 2 is not a CTS (Compatibility Test Suite) compliant device and does not support the Play Store or other Google Mobile Services (GMS) not covered by the Android Open Source license

Yes, you can find this settings in Settings> Personal> Security> Screen lock> Pin.

The Blade 2 camera is an auto-focus enabled 8MP camera with 720p 30fps or 1080p 24fps video recording capabilities.

Videos can be recorded up to a 4GB limit Dependent on settings selected on the Blade, this can range from 1.5-2.5 hrs

This is a result of attempting to access the Blade 2 via and/ Vuzix View prior to authorizing the machine. Make sure ADB Debugging is turned on. Upon receiving the prompt to allow debugging via the connected device, click OK. If a prompt to a...

The power LED changes state dependent on mode and current charge level as described below: While charging: < 90% - Slow blink >= 90% - Off While booting: Solid on While running: < 15% and not charging - Fast blink >...