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Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses | Dual Stereo Speakers | UV400 Lenses | Bluetooth 5.3 | 6-Hour Playback | Magnetic Charging
Longer listening and clear calls for budget-minded commuters working outdoors.
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Mascom International stocks the Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses at KSh 3,300, with dual stereo speakers, UV400 lenses, Bluetooth 5.3 and up to 6 hours of playback. Our units are brand new and sealed, finished in Black, and covered by a 12-month warranty. The Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses run on two 110mAh batteries, which Porodo rates for 110 hours of standby. A magnetic cable brings them back to full in about 2 hours. A built-in microphone handles calls. See them in person at our shop in Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Built for logistics coordinators, NGO field staff and journalists across Kenya, the Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses keep audio and calls going through long days outdoors. Juggling a phone, a notebook and a clipboard while a call comes in is a daily headache for people on site. With these glasses, a single press of the frame button answers the call and the conversation plays beside your ears. The UV400 lenses protect your eyes during site visits in Garissa, Machakos or Industrial Area under a harsh midday sun. Six hours of playback outlasts a typical half-day field visit.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that stock unbranded audio glasses with no backup, Mascom International sells the Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses with a 12-month warranty and a service desk in town. They cost KSh 500 less than the Porodo Tivora BT Smart Glass and KSh 2,200 less than the Porodo Silenza Polarized Smart Glasses. Against the Tivora, you gain two extra hours of playback and a newer Bluetooth version for less money. At Mascom International, we're seeing budget buyers pick the Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses for long workdays. Order on WhatsApp and pay on delivery.
Common Questions About the Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses
How much are the Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses in Kenya?
The Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses sell for KSh 3,300 at Mascom International in Nairobi, sealed in the box. The price includes the Black frame, its magnetic charging cable, a 12-month warranty and pay-on-arrival delivery to all 47 counties. Of the three Porodo audio frames in this batch, they cost the least: KSh 500 under the Porodo Tivora BT Smart Glass and KSh 2,200 under the Porodo Silenza Polarized Smart Glasses.
What do I give up choosing the Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses over the Porodo Silenza Polarized Smart Glasses?
Choosing the Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses means giving up polarized lenses, touch control and an IPX4 splash rating found on the Porodo Silenza Polarized Smart Glasses. The Silenza also lists 8 hours of music against 6 on the Optix. In return, the Optix saves you KSh 2,200 and offers a longer 110-hour standby. Choose the Silenza if you drive into glare daily, and the Optix if UV protection and solid battery life are enough. Both connect the same way to any modern phone.
Do the Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses work for calls on Safaricom, Airtel and Telkom lines?
Yes, the Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses work with any mobile network, because they connect to your phone over Bluetooth rather than to the network itself. Safaricom, Airtel Kenya and Telkom calls all route through the glasses the same way. WhatsApp voice calls, Google Meet and Zoom work too. Call quality on the network side still depends on your signal, so a weak spot in a rural area will sound weak through the glasses as well. Pay attention to your phone's signal bars, not the glasses, when a call breaks up.
Who should buy the Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses, and who would be happier with another model?
The Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses suit buyers on a tight budget who want audio sunglasses that last through a long morning or afternoon. Field officers, students and delivery coordinators fit that profile well. Drivers who battle glare off windscreens would be happier with polarized lenses, which the Porodo Silenza Polarized Smart Glasses provide. Swimmers and anyone exercising hard in the rain should skip them, since Porodo publishes no water resistance rating for the Optix. A light drizzle is unlikely to harm them, but dry them promptly.
Are the Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses worth KSh 3,300 in Kenya?
At KSh 3,300, the Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses replace both a pair of UV400 sunglasses and a Bluetooth headset. Over the 12-month warranty period, that works out to roughly KSh 9 a day. You also get 6 hours of playback, Bluetooth 5.3 and magnetic charging. For buyers who already spend several hours outdoors each day, that combination at this price makes them good value compared with buying separate shades and earbuds.
How long can the Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses sit unused before needing a charge?
Porodo rates the Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses for up to 110 hours of standby, which is a little over four and a half days. That means you can charge them on Sunday night and still find power left midweek if you only use them occasionally. Turning them off fully between uses stretches that further. Active playback lasts up to 6 hours. A full recharge takes about 2 hours, and any USB charger or power bank works with the magnetic cable.
What difference does Bluetooth 5.3 make on the Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses?
Bluetooth 5.3 on the Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses gives a stable link to your phone up to 10 metres away. It is a newer standard than the Bluetooth 5.2 on the Porodo Tivora BT Smart Glass. In daily use, that newer version mainly means a dependable connection with recent phones. It still pairs with older phones on earlier versions, so a three-year-old Tecno or Samsung will connect without trouble. Laptops running Windows or macOS pair with them just as easily for online meetings.
How do I control music and calls on the Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses?
The Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses use a physical button on the frame to answer or reject calls and manage playback. A button suits people who wear gloves on construction sites or have dusty fingers, since a press works where a touch panel can misread. Volume can also be set from your phone. The button sits on the arm, so you can find it by feel while walking or riding on a boda boda.
Technical Specifications
Audio Hardware
- Dual stereo speakers — one speaker on each arm plays separate left and right channels for music.
- Open-ear sound delivery — audio plays beside your ears, so you still hear colleagues, traffic and announcements.
- Tuned for music and calls — Porodo describes high-fidelity sound for daily listening and conversations.
- Built-in microphone — picks up your voice for hands-free calls on any phone network.
- Low sound leakage at moderate volume — people sitting next to you hear little when the level is reasonable.
- Ears stay uncovered — no earbud pressure or sweat build-up during long hours outside.
Wireless Connectivity
- Bluetooth 5.3 — a recent wireless standard that keeps a steady link with current iPhone and Android phones.
- Up to 10 metres range — leave the phone on a desk or in a backpack and keep listening.
- Backward compatible — connects to older phones and laptops that run earlier Bluetooth versions.
- Network independent — calls from Safaricom, Airtel Kenya and Telkom lines all play through the glasses.
- Works with call apps — WhatsApp, Zoom, Teams and Google Meet treat it as a normal headset.
- Simple pairing — select it once in your phone's Bluetooth menu and it reconnects on later uses.
Battery and Charging
- Dual 110mAh batteries — 220mAh in total, split between the arms to keep the frame balanced.
- Up to 6 hours of continuous playback — covers a long field visit or most of a workday commute.
- Up to 110 hours of standby — over four days of waiting time when you use them now and then.
- About 2 hours to a full charge — top them up over lunch or while you finish an evening meal.
- Magnetic charging — the cable snaps onto the frame, with no small port to clog or wear out.
- Charges from any USB source — a car charger, laptop or power bank keeps them going during a KPLC outage.
Build and Durability
- UV400 lenses — block UVA and UVB rays up to 400 nanometres, protecting your eyes in strong sunlight.
- Black frame — a neutral colour that matches field uniforms, office wear and casual clothes alike.
- Electronics housed in the arms — the lenses and front look like ordinary sunglasses to people around you.
- Sealed magnetic contacts — no open charging socket for dust to enter on dry roads.
- No published water rating — keep them away from heavy rain, pools and the sea.
- Everyday frame shape — the design passes for regular shades in meetings, on the road and at events.
Controls and Inputs
- Easy-access frame button — answer or reject calls with a single press, no phone in hand.
- Playback control from the button — manage music without unlocking your phone.
- Tactile control — a physical press works with gloves or dusty fingers, where touch panels can misread.
- Phone-side volume — adjust loudness from your phone for finer steps.
- Microphone for hands-free speech — talk naturally while your hands carry tools, files or shopping.
- Button placed on the arm — easy to locate by feel without taking the glasses off your face.
Package Contents
The sealed box contains the Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses in Black together with the magnetic charging cable that powers them. No wall adapter is listed, so plan on charging from a USB phone charger, laptop port or power bank you already have. A quick start leaflet covers pairing and the button functions. To confirm exactly what is packed with our current stock, send our team a WhatsApp message before you buy.
Warranty
A 12-month warranty from Mascom International protects the Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses against manufacturing defects during normal use. That includes the speakers, microphone, battery, button and magnetic charging contacts. Warranty claims are handled face to face at our service desk in Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Where to Buy the Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses in Kenya
The Porodo Optix BT 5.3 Audio Sunglasses are on the shelf at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. We serve customers Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Stop by, connect your own phone, and make a test call before deciding. Our staff can also show you the Silenza and Tivora frames beside them, so you can compare the lenses and sound in one visit. They come in Black.
Get in touch through any of the following:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
All 47 counties can order with pay-on-arrival delivery. Nairobi and its environs receive orders the same day, and Mombasa, Meru, Embu and Kitale see delivery the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. The 12-month warranty above applies to every unit. We stand by accurate specifications, fair pricing and responsive after-sales service on every sale. If anything about the glasses is unclear after delivery, a quick WhatsApp message gets you an answer from our team.
Disclaimer: We can not guarantee that the information on this product is 100% correct
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