The L'Atitude 52°N Berlin smart glasses are a letdown, despite some promising features. The AI capabilities are particularly disappointing, with a wonky voice assistant and frustrating interactions. The subscription model adds to the frustration, as users are locked into recurring costs for limited features. The hardware has its bright spots, such as decent audio and serviceable photo and video capture, but these are overshadowed by the overall poor performance. The touch controls are unreliable, and the battery life is just okay. The design is passable, but the charging case is bulky and the price is steep. In comparison to other smart glasses, the Berlin falls short, and the author recommends saving the $400 for a trip to Germany instead.
