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MentraOS: Smart Glasses OS

Name: MentraOS: Smart Glasses OS
Author: Mentra-Community

Unlock hands-free tech for founders with compatible glasses. 2.2k+ GitHub stars

2,232 stars315 forksTypeScriptQuality 8/10Updated 7/20/2026100% free · open source

What it does

MentraOS enables founders to use smart glasses for hands-free interactions, including live captions, streaming, and talking to AI, with compatible devices.

Install / run

Clone the repository from https://github.com/Mentra-Community/MentraOS

When to use it

•When you need to capture photos or videos without using your hands
•When you want to stream your view to others for remote collaboration or demonstration
•When you require live captions for better understanding in meetings or presentations

Quick start

1Navigate to the cloned repository and review the README for specific setup instructions
2Ensure you have a compatible smart glasses device
3Explore the TypeScript codebase to understand how MentraOS integrates with smart glasses
4Refer to the GitHub issues and discussions for troubleshooting and community support
5Test the live captions and streaming features with your compatible smart glasses

Ready-to-paste prompt

To test live captions, navigate to the MentraOS directory and run the command as specified in the README, ensuring your smart glasses are connected and configured correctly

Heads up: Ensure your smart glasses are compatible with MentraOS, as listed in the README or GitHub documentation, to avoid hardware compatibility issues

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