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“The position of the display area in GoogleGlass is not designed for visual acuity,” Ho said. “Our technology ensures that wearers see the images presented to them with visual clarity.” To adapt to the Smart GOLD™ Lenses, Rochester Optical offers Smart Frames, designed to optimize your viewing experience when wearing prescription lenses with your wearable technology device, like Google Glass, Vuzix M100, and Epson Moverio BT-200. “This technology is computer and technologically driven, but there is little knowledge in the tech industry about prescription eyewear,” Patrick Ho said. Smart Frames provide the highest degree of technology built into the frame to ensure the best possible viewing experience. The frames are sleek and lightweight. They are designed to work well with the highest prescription range, which often includes extra thick lenses. Paired with Smart GOLD™ Lenses, the combination provides a superior front tilt, giving the wearer the proper angle for clear viewing. Patrick Ho noted the solution to smart lenses that work for people with eye issues should come from within the eyewear industry. Utilizing two industry leaders in providing the right kind of lenses for this technology has allowed wearers to purchase their smart glasses with confidence. By utilizing the expertise and technology at Plastic Plus, we will make this technology available in Canada for the first time. “We are excited to work with Rochester Optical on the partnership,” said Paul Faibish, president of Plastic Plus. Plastic Plus is Canada’s leading independent optical lab and lens supplier. The production line utilizes 100 per cent digital, precision surfacing and processes all lenses to 1/1,000th of a diopter. Plastic Plus will be able to supply their ECP accounts in Canada and in the United States with this new technology. This type of accuracy is vital to having a clear and accurate lens when viewing information through smart technology. “We are proud to offer our clients this technology and help people see the world through new digital devices and applications,” said Faibish. Smart GOLD™ is available in single vision, flat top 28 bifocals, and progressive styles and can 30 Optical Prism | September 2014 accommodate the widest Rx range available -12.00D to a +8.00D Sph. with a -4.00D Cyl. The choice of standard plastic, Trivex, and High Index lens materials gives wearers an exceptional visual experience. “This is the next step in wearable technology. It will become a greater part of our lives as we find new ways to adapt this kind of technology to eyewear,” said Faibish. To learn more visit www.rochesteroptical.com or www.plasticplus.ca TEAM UP WITH BUYING POWER! No contract No obligation Great savings LARGEST BUYING GROUP IN CANADA! Proudly serving opticians and optometrists across Canada Since 1988 800.263.0010 [email protected] Recommended buying group of www.theopticalgroup.com