When you hear the name Unistellar Envision Smart Binoculars you might assume a premium set of optics or a high-end toy for outdoorsy tech-fans. In fact, what Unistellar have managed is far more ambitious – they’ve combined a fully functional 10×50 binocular with augmented-reality (AR) overlays, GPS orientation and a companion app designed to guide you both on the trail and under the stars.
The optical base is solid: 10× magnification, 50 mm objective lenses, BaK-4 fully multicoated prisms and a 6° field of view. The binoculars weigh in at approximately 1.2 kg (2.65 lbs) – heavier than many traditional 10×50s, but still reasonably portable. What really distinguishes them is the smart-layer: a micro-display in the right eyepiece overlays information about hundreds of thousands of terrestrial points of interest and more than 1,000 celestial targets.
In daylight use, the Envision acts as a tour-guide in binocular form: trails, peaks, lakes, landmarks appear as recognisable labels in your view. At night the mode switches to star-mapping: constellations, bright stars, even certain deep-sky objects are identified and overlaid in your sightline. Early reviewers have called the experience “light-touch” rather than gimmicky – the AR enhances rather than distracts.
Whether you are an outdoors exploring junkie or a star gazer, the Envision binoculars by Interstellar can maximise your exploring endeavours, taking them to new levels of adventure and wonder.
One thing to take into consideration though is the weight. At 1.2kg, my advice is to take some kind of stand with you if the plan is to use them for a long period of time. Also, they don’t have mechanical image stabilisation so definitely, not a good idea to get tired arms while holding them.
The AR battery lasts around five hours – which I think is good – and the binoculars will still function as traditional ones without it.
Basically, if you are a gadget-savvy, love outdoor adventures or have kids who look for fun in tech and exploration, the Envision offers a genuinely different experience – something between a serious outdoor tool and a lifestyle toy. If price is within your reach and you’re patient about software maturity (the companion app is key), then this could be a star of your next outing – whether into the hills or under the night sky.
You can enjoy a substantially discouted early bird offer if you order them now, HERE.
Author: Lina Ress
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