Glassesgate: Cristiano Ronaldo Could Be In Trouble Over Specs Worn At Contract Signing

January 26, 2017 Simon (SelectSpecs) Leave a comment

There are many moments that spring to mind when we shout out “I was there” or “where were you,” such as the Queen’s coronation in 1953 or who shot Mr. Burns at a pinch.

Moments in history when time stood still just for one second. How about the contract unveiling of one of the best footballers in the world? Possibly.

In today’s modern football world, money and fame has gone mad for many. Streams of supporters wait in line at the airport in the wee hours of the morning like crazed Beatlesque fans.

Or the way in which people will do anything to have just one second with their favourite... read more

SPEX Sees New Dating App For Glasses Wearers

January 24, 2017 Simon (SelectSpecs) Leave a comment

Dating and love is very much in the air around winter time. You know, that feeling of snuggling up to someone over a roaring fire with Bing Crosby’s dulcet tones on the wireless.

Many strive for the ultimate companion by taking to social media and dating apps to broaden their horizons. Ranging from Tinder to JCrush, there are a host of dating apps on both iOS and Android platforms.

A photo posted by Charly Lester (@leagueofcharly) on Jan 18, 2017 at 10:25am PST

Looking for love can prove to be a minefield full of mishaps and crazy dating capers. But what about if you are a glasses wearer? Well... read more

Snapchat At It Again With launch of Bizarre Vending Machine

January 20, 2017January 20, 2017 Simon (SelectSpecs) 1 Comment

One of the hottest products gaining as much momentum as a runaway freight train is Snapchat’s sunglasses. This video capturing eyewear has taken the social media world by storm.

Continuously hitting the headlines, Snapglasses has gone one step further in the run up to the holiday season. As if taking videos on the move was not enough for the Twitterati. It appears that Snapchat intends to outdo others with the mysterious installation of yellow vending machines.

These luminous and imposing machines don’t dispense drinks or even snacks. Au contraire mon ami, the bright vending products distribute... read more

NFL Star Forced to Wear Glasses Following Concussion

January 18, 2017January 18, 2017 Simon (SelectSpecs) Leave a comment

There’s only so much hoopla we can take, especially after the furore surrounding Donald Trump’s victory in the 2016 Presidential election.

Well, there is of course American Football. Considered to be the ultimate in razzmatazz, NFL football has swept the nation like Storm Angus. The glitz not to mention the glamour of NFL cheerleaders and all has seen America’s favourite sport cross the pond.

Over the last few years, fans have been witness to a number of different sporting events. Taking place at the home of football, Wembley Stadium, American football has taken over the hallowed turf... read more

Tech: Groundbreaking Electronic Glasses Could Ease Driver Safety

December 13, 2016December 13, 2016 Simon (SelectSpecs) Leave a comment

Could a firm from Cambridge solve the age old problem of driving in the dark? Well my friends now is certainly the time.

We all know that there are both risks and perils of driving at night. The squinting of the eyes not to mention the tiredness. You may open a window in order to enjoy a little fresh air. On the other hand, you may have glasses to correct your vision related problems.

Ultra-Reflective Specs Prove Nightmare For Paparazzi

December 6, 2016December 8, 2016 Simon (SelectSpecs) Leave a comment

Way back when we all went a little goo goo for Lady Gaga. The pint sized star dazzled us all with her Poker Face. Then of course came her obsession with Paparazzi.

We all remember (or some of us do) when she wore that infamous dress made from carnivorous animals. Yet the meatilicious Gaga turned up the heat when she sung about those pesky paps chasing her all over town.

We are not saying that she’s a William Shakespeare in the making. But, she did have a point. And for many celebs from Adrian Brody to Zayn Malik, the paparazzi can prove to be their worst nightmare.

The camping out like Woodstock... read more

Snapchat Launches Sunglasses With Built In Camera

November 15, 2016November 15, 2016 Simon (SelectSpecs) 1 Comment

Snapchat is about to mix up the technological world, its goodbye to traditional glasses and hello to Snap Specs.

That’s right, Snapchat is about to turn Google Glass on its head with their latest social media experiment. You can find out more here.

What are Snap Specs?

With a launch date imminent Snap’s Spectacles are going to sweep the social messaging boards like never before. The messaging app company have broadened their techie horizons and embarked into the gadget arena.

Featuring sunglasses that include a built in camera, Snap Specs might be the go to gizmo for those bright young things. So what is so... read more