What would stop you from trying Epson Moverio BT-300FPV (https://www.epson.co.in/Smart-Glasses/Moverio-BT-300-Smart-Glasses/p/V11H756056) this month? Be specific about how you handle this today. Also say the maximum you would pay per month in USD (0 if nothing).

Jay Bernhard-Kingneutral

This month? Honestly, the biggest thing stopping me is just the sheer amount of equipment I already have to manage. I'm still using my drone's built-in camera feed displayed on a tablet, and then I manually log everything into Google Sheets. It works, but it's time-consuming. I haven't seen anything like these smart glasses before, so I'd need to understand how they integrate with my current workflow and if they actually make things faster. Without more information on that, I can't justify trying them out. As for price, I wouldn't pay anything per month for this right now.

Lillie Ziemannneutral

Honestly, the biggest hurdle for me right now would be integrating this into my existing workflow without causing delays. I'm already dealing with manual logging for insurance and the lack of real-time sync, so adding another piece of tech that might have a learning curve or compatibility issues is a concern. I coordinate with one other operator and the editor, and we need things to be seamless, especially when we're on a tight schedule at motorsports events. I'd need to see how it handles 8K footage and if it impacts latency, as that's a recent pain point for me. Plus, the pricing model isn't clear – is it a subscription for the hardware itself? If it were a one-time purchase, I might consider up to $1000 for the device, but a monthly subscription? I'm not sure that fits my budget. I'm currently using DJI Goggles 2, and they’re proven.

Simulated interest: 30/100

Lucas Horakneutral

I’m skeptical about these smart glasses for drone inspections. My current workflow relies on visual checks and physical climbs—not just a digital feed. I need hands-free precision, but 6 hours of battery life is barely enough for a single site. Plus, 720p isn’t high-res enough for microfractures in composite blades. I’d need to test it in winter conditions with fog and low light first. My team’s workflow is already fine-tuned, so any new tool must integrate seamlessly. As for cost, I’d max out at $100/month if it proved reliable after trials. But I’d need a 30-day trial to verify accuracy against our current spreadsheets.

Simulated interest: 30/100

Bala Malikneutral

This is an interesting piece of tech for FPV drone piloting. Right now, I handle our drone feeds on a tablet or laptop, which is sufficient for my team of five. We're very lean, and I'm cautious about adding hardware without a clear, immediate ROI. My primary concern is integrating this into our current workflow; how would it integrate with our existing mapping software and deliverable generation? I'd need to see a tangible benefit that justifies the cost. As for price, I wouldn't pay more than $150 per month, considering our tight budget and focus on reinvesting in core operations.

Simulated interest: 30/100

Calixte Jolyneutral

The Epson Moverio BT-300FPV sounds interesting, particularly the augmented reality aspect for drone piloting. However, the primary reason I wouldn't consider trying it this month is the lack of clear pricing information on a monthly subscription basis. Our current system relies on paper checklists for battery logs and spreadsheets for training scores, which is inefficient. If this device could genuinely streamline those processes and improve situational awareness for our trainees, I would explore it further. But without a clear understanding of the monthly cost, especially in USD as requested, I cannot commit. My maximum acceptable price would be $0 per month until I have a clearer picture of its value and actual cost.

Simulated interest: 20/100

Cornelis Prinsenneutral

My current setup involves a competitor's smart headset and a tablet, which already means juggling two devices. Adding another headset seems like it might complicate things further, especially if I have to switch between them. I'm always concerned about battery life and how a new device integrates with my existing workflow. The biggest issue for me is ensuring it doesn't create more friction than it solves. I'm not really looking to pay a monthly subscription for this; the cost of tools is already significant, and I prefer a one-time purchase. If it were a one-time purchase, I might consider up to $500, but definitely not on a monthly basis.

Simulated interest: 30/100

Georgia Powlowskineutral

These Epson Moverio BT-300FPV glasses sound pretty neat, especially the see-through display for FPV drone flying! Right now, we're really trying to maximize our budget for the drone club, so we've been sharing a couple of pairs of basic FPV goggles that a volunteer had. We're always looking for ways to get more learners involved, and individual FPV gear is just way outside our current funding scope. Plus, I'm not sure how durable these would be with a group of teens constantly using them, and I haven't seen any info on bulk discounts or educational pricing. I'd need to see a much clearer picture of how this fits into our limited budget before even thinking about a monthly cost. Honestly, given our budget constraints and the need for multiple units, I wouldn't be able to pay anything for this product this month.

Simulated interest: 20/100

Arturo Tillman-Maggioneutral

These smart glasses, eh? Sounds like something out of science fiction. We're a practical bunch, my team and I. My current process for inspections involves using our tablets to take high-resolution photos and detailed notes. For documentation, it's all checklists and Excel spreadsheets, which, while time-consuming, are what finance understands. I'd need to see how this technology could directly improve our safety or significantly speed up our reporting without causing more hassle. Is it robust enough for working at height in all weather? How does it integrate with our existing systems? Without clear answers and proven benefits, especially regarding its reliability and how it fits into our HSE paperwork, I wouldn't be looking to adopt it this month. I'm not prepared to pay anything for this at the moment.

Simulated interest: 20/100

Datta Kaniyarneutral

This looks interesting for FPV drone piloting, especially with the see-through display so I can still see my surroundings. However, this month is tough. We're still dealing with the cost of upgrading our drone batteries, which was a significant outlay. My operators currently rely on their phone screens and a notebook app for logging, which works well enough, even with spotty connectivity. While this smart glasses could improve the FPV experience, I need to see a clear return on investment. The main hesitation is the cost and integrating it into our current workflow without adding more manual data handling. I would pay $20 per month for this if it proved to significantly reduce flight errors or data processing time.

Simulated interest: 50/100

Laura Otero Villalobosneutral

The Epson Moverio BT-300FPV sounds interesting, especially the idea of an FPV feed overlay while still being able to see the drone. I currently use my Fat Shark goggles for FPV practice, which are great for immersion, but they completely block my view of the surroundings. This means I have to be very careful about where I fly and often rely on spotters. The Moverio's see-through capability is a big draw. However, my main concern is integration. How does it connect to my DJI drones, and what's the latency like? I'm also accustomed to planning my flights in apps like Google Maps and checking weather forecasts; I'm not sure how that workflow would translate. As for price, I'm hesitant to commit to a subscription for this type of hardware without knowing it perfectly fits my workflow and offers a significant improvement over my current setup. I would need to see a clear, tangible benefit that justifies the cost. I would pay $0 per month for this right now.

Simulated interest: 20/100