Xiaomi TS Traveler Polarised UV400 Sunglasses - USD $54.99 (~AUD $74.44) Delivered Registered Air Parcel @ Banggood

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Dinjay on 26/04/2018 - 20:55 banggood.com (1120 clicks)
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Update: AliExpress has these for $46.99 shipped. (Thanks to @frondono)

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Why? Because it's Xiaomi and I Gotta Catch 'Em All.

This were the cheapest I was able to find for the Traveller version delivered. You can find an unboxing and review video here.

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Features:
1. Light and thin, only 0.5mm and 24g.
2. Frame has excellent high temperature dimensional stability, tensile strength, anti-permeability and flame retardancy, permanent deformation less than 5mm.
3. Stable and durable physical properties that block ultraviolet light and harsh light, protect eyes.
4. Innovative structure without screws without solder joints.
5. Specially designed for versatile outdoor activities like climbing, driving, fishing, hiking, and more.

Specifications:
Brand: Xiaomi
Gender: For Men
Lens Material: Nylon
Frame Material: Stainless Steel
Functions: 100% UV protection (UV 400), Windproof, Dustproof
Total Length: 145mm
Lens Width: 59mm
Nose Bridge Height: 15mm
Product Weight: 24g

Package Included:
1 x Pair of Sunglasses
1 x Box

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  KLoNe on 26/04/2018 - 21:09

  These better be Google Glass alternatives at that price.

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    Dinjay on 26/04/2018 - 21:14

    As in the now-discontinued Google Glass that was initially sold for $1,500? I'd lower my expectations.

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  garage sale on 26/04/2018 - 21:14

  $75 for chinese plastic sunglasses …. they can't even make a lens out of polarized glass to try and at least compete with Maui Jim or Ray Ban … just a plastic lens to compete with anti cancer council $20 sunglasses LOL.

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    Jamesx on 26/04/2018 - 21:18

    +5

    There are polyamide nylon lenses, not your normal plastic you can get from a garage sale or Cancer coucil! Do you research, they're the best optical stuff which is almost unable to shatter.

    Adopted shatterproof polyamide nylon lenses, which are ideally suited for natural horn frames due to their lightweight comfort and flexibility. Nylon lenses also offer high UV protection rating (Almost 100%), superior light reflective index, and excellent resistance to heat and chemicals.

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      garage sale on 26/04/2018 - 23:33

      -1

      if polyamide nylon (plastic) is so great why don’t they use it for mobile phone screens or screen protectors ……they use glass because it’s harder to scratch and is more optically pure ……

      i think glass also remains more stable against heat or chemicals …. than polyamide nylon or polycarbonate or acrylic ..

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        Jamesx on 27/04/2018 - 00:02

        +2

        Are we talking about glasses or mobile screen? different applications, mate.
        How many people wear glass specs these days?

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        Jamesx on 27/04/2018 - 00:04

        +1

        Do you research mate! You clearly don't know what are you talking about.

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        garage sale on 27/04/2018 - 08:19

        +2

        @Jamesx: ray ban, maui jim , serengetti make their better products from glass.
        Camera filters, telescopes, microsocopes all use glass optics except in the lowest of their range, yes camera filters also come as polarised.

        Sunglasses use plastic lenses not because they are harder to scratch than glass, easier to clean then glass, or are optically superior than glass, it's because they can be moulded which is a very cheap process, and glass needs to be ground which is time consuming and expensive. Check the Mohs scale for scratch resistance as used in labs rather than marketing.

        UV400, lots of lenses offer UV400 protection, even $7 safety glasses made for outdoor use.

        I'm just saying nothing special about these Xiaomi sunglasses, if you like the fashion buy them, if you think you are getting tech, the lenses are nothing special.

        An words like scratch resistant … compared to what ?

        Excpet for the fashion aspect, they are no better than $15 polarised sunglasses that meet australian design standards.

        James do some research please as to what makes these plastic lenses special, and don't just follow the marketing koolaide.

        Choice magazine have also done alot of sunglass myth busting in price vs quality of optics , you can check them if you need info, or the ACCC website, extract (not complete) is below

        Mandatory standard

        The Consumer Goods (Sunglasses and Fashion Spectacles) Safety Standard 2017 (link is external) sets out the mandatory requirements for sunglasses and fashion spectacles.

        The mandatory standard is based on certain sections of the voluntary Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 1067.1:2016 Eye and face protection - sunglasses and fashion spectacles. AS/NZS 1067.1:2016 is available from SAI Global (link is external).

        The mandatory standard provides a transitional period which allows compliance with the previous Consumer Protection Notice No.13 of 2003 (link is external) until 30 June 2019.
        Key requirements

        These requirements aim to provide an overview of the mandatory standard. Suppliers must not rely on this information as a complete guide to compliance.
        Ultraviolet radiation

        The mandatory standard requires that the upper limit for ultraviolet radiation (UV) is set at 400 nanometres.
        Testing

        The mandatory standard specifies marking and labelling requirements as well as testing procedures to ensure sunglasses and fashion spectacles meet specific performance, construction and labelling requirements. Suppliers need to arrange this testing through specialist laboratories.
        Classifications

        Sunglasses and fashion spectacles are classified into five categories by their performance suitability for use in certain conditions as follows:

        Lens category 0: Fashion spectacles - These are not sunglasses, as they have a very low ability to reduce sun glare. They provide limited or no UV protection.
        
        Lens category 1: Fashion spectacles - Like category 0 lenses, these are not sunglasses; however, they do provide limited sun glare reduction and some UV protection. Fashion spectacles with category 1 lenses are not suitable for driving at night.
        
        Lens category 2: Sunglasses - These sunglasses provide a medium level of sun glare reduction and good UV protection.
        
        Lens category 3: Sunglasses - These sunglasses provide a high level of sun glare reduction and good UV protection.
        
        Lens category 4: Sunglasses - These are special purpose sunglasses that provide a very high level of sun glare reduction and good UV protection. Lens category 4 sunglasses must not be used when driving at any time.
        

        Marking and labelling

        The marking or labelling must be unobscured by other stickers or labels such as price labels. All assembled sunglasses must be clearly and legibly marked or labelled with:

        the identity of the manufacturer or supplier
        the lens category number
        lens, category description, and usage information
        if applicable, the symbol ‘NOT SUITABLE FOR DRIVING AND ROAD USE’
        category symbols are optional, if provided, they must be in accordance with Table 5 AS/NZS 1067.1:2016.
        

        Complying with the mandatory standard during transition phase

        This mandatory standard includes a transition period to assist with the changeover to the new mandatory standard.

        Up to 30 June 2019, suppliers have the option to comply with the requirements from either the Consumer Goods (Sunglasses and Fashion Spectacles) Safety Standard 2017 (link is external) or the Consumer Protection Notice No.13 of 2003 (link is external).

        From 1 July 2019 suppliers must only comply with the requirements in Consumer Goods (Sunglasses and Fashion Spectacles) Safety Standard 2017 (link is external).

        More information is available in the Explanatory Statement (link is external)available on the Federal Register of Legislation website.

        "Mandatory standard

        The Consumer Goods (Sunglasses and Fashion Spectacles) Safety Standard 2017 (link is external) sets out the mandatory requirements for sunglasses and fashion spectacles.

        The mandatory standard is based on certain sections of the voluntary Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 1067.1:2016 Eye and face protection - sunglasses and fashion spectacles. AS/NZS 1067.1:2016 is available from SAI Global (link is external).

        The mandatory standard provides a transitional period which allows compliance with the previous Consumer Protection Notice No.13 of 2003 (link is external) until 30 June 2019.
        Key requirements

        These requirements aim to provide an overview of the mandatory standard. Suppliers must not rely on this information as a complete guide to compliance.
        Ultraviolet radiation

        The mandatory standard requires that the upper limit for ultraviolet radiation (UV) is set at 400 nanometres.
        Testing

        The mandatory standard specifies marking and labelling requirements as well as testing procedures to ensure sunglasses and fashion spectacles meet specific performance, construction and labelling requirements. Suppliers need to arrange this testing through specialist laboratories.
        Classifications

        Sunglasses and fashion spectacles are classified into five categories by their performance suitability for use in certain conditions as follows:

        Lens category 0: Fashion spectacles - These are not sunglasses, as they have a very low ability to reduce sun glare. They provide limited or no UV protection.
        
        Lens category 1: Fashion spectacles - Like category 0 lenses, these are not sunglasses; however, they do provide limited sun glare reduction and some UV protection. Fashion spectacles with category 1 lenses are not suitable for driving at night.
        
        Lens category 2: Sunglasses - These sunglasses provide a medium level of sun glare reduction and good UV protection.
        
        Lens category 3: Sunglasses - These sunglasses provide a high level of sun glare reduction and good UV protection.
        
        Lens category 4: Sunglasses - These are special purpose sunglasses that provide a very high level of sun glare reduction and good UV protection. Lens category 4 sunglasses must not be used when driving at any time.
        

        Marking and labelling

        The marking or labelling must be unobscured by other stickers or labels such as price labels. All assembled sunglasses must be clearly and legibly marked or labelled with:

        the identity of the manufacturer or supplier
        the lens category number
        lens, category description, and usage information
        if applicable, the symbol ‘NOT SUITABLE FOR DRIVING AND ROAD USE’
        category symbols are optional, if provided, they must be in accordance with Table 5 AS/NZS 1067.1:2016.
        

        Complying with the mandatory standard during transition phase

        This mandatory standard includes a transition period to assist with the changeover to the new mandatory standard.

        Up to 30 June 2019, suppliers have the option to comply with the requirements from either the Consumer Goods (Sunglasses and Fashion Spectacles) Safety Standard 2017 (link is external) or the Consumer Protection Notice No.13 of 2003 (link is external).

        From 1 July 2019 suppliers must only comply with the requirements in Consumer Goods (Sunglasses and Fashion Spectacles) Safety Standard 2017 (link is external).

        More information is available in the Explanatory Statement (link is external)available on the Federal Register of Legislation website.

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        Chandler on 27/04/2018 - 09:59

        @garage sale:
        A very quick Google reveals many different screen protectors using polyamide nylon.

        Compared to plastic, glass has VERY good for scratch resistance, but very bad impact resistance, while the opposite is true for plastic. As @JamesX said - different applications: I know which material prefer have in front of my eyes in the case that they do get impacted. Speaking of which - have you personally ever seen safety glasses made of glass?

        Further to that, my prescription glasses use plastic lenses. One of the biggest differences from a user (not manufacturer) perspective is weight - the same lens in plastic is going to be a hell of a lot lighter than glass. Can you get the same weight lens in glass? Probably, though it will likely cost you a lot more.

        In regards to this particular product? Not personally interested in $75 sunglasses no matter the features/materials. I prefer my <$10 tinted safety glasses that I don't stress about losing/breaking/etc.

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        garage sale on 27/04/2018 - 11:37

        @Chandler: Chandler, I also buy $10 safety glasses, usually in clear (indoor DIY or cycling at night, yellow at dusk, and tinted for DIY and cycling on sunny days). yes, glass is heavier than plastic, they are making the lenses thinner, but will never be as light as polymer (polycarbonate, acrylic, polyamide sks nylon).

        Yes, plastic lenses have better impact resistance than glass, hence use in safety glasses, sports glasses (chemical or heat hardening of glass is expensive as it still shatters unlike polycarbonate).

        My glass safety glasses are 25 years old (issued to me when I was trainee as part of tool kit) …. haven't seen any in a long time as polycarbonate is much cheaper and higher impact resistance which is what you want in a workshop. I use them when working in grinder and lathe as easy to clean and no scratches.

        Glass lens sun glasses I wear when walking down the street or driving , they are scratch resistant, optically clear, and impact isn't an issue unless someone punches me in the face.

        Safety shops sell Bolle, Uvex and Carerra tinted safety glasses (sunglasses) so cheap compared to boutiques, same lenses, same company, same production line just less fashion and different market segment.

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  Jamesx on 26/04/2018 - 21:15

  These ones are selling ~AU$50 in China Mi Store.
  Last deal was cheaper but …

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    Dinjay on 26/04/2018 - 21:17

    You linked the "aviator" version, this post is for the "traveller" version. The ozb image only shows the arms - if you click through, you will see the full image.

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      Jamesx on 26/04/2018 - 21:20

      +2

      exactly what I said "cheaper but…"
      aviator are priced A$40 which is probably polymide, and $20 plastic.

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  belongsinforums on 26/04/2018 - 22:04

  good sunnies but my experience in trying on xiaomi sunglasses is that they're way too big in the lens and sit very far from your face. check the foreign (not asian) model in the link

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  frondono on 26/04/2018 - 22:29

  +4

  https://www.aliexpress.com/item/2018-New-Original-Xiaomi-Mij…

  There's some cheaper ones on Aliexpress. $46USD

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    Dinjay on 27/04/2018 - 06:02

    +2

    Great find! I've updated the post.

    Looks AliExpress doesn't call them "traveller", which is probably why they didn't turn up in my search. It pains me that I paid USD 8 more - does this mean that I have to hand in my Ozb card? :'(