In a major leap toward the future of wearable payments, Lenskart unveiled its upcoming B Camera Smartglasses at the Global Fintech Festival 2025 in Mumbai. The highlight feature? Integrated UPI payment support that allows users to make seamless digital transactions without using a smartphone or entering a PIN. (The Financial Express)
This breakthrough product is powered by the National Payments Corporation of India’s (NPCI) UPI Circle feature, which securely connects users’ bank accounts directly to their wearable device. The glasses can scan QR codes through the in-built camera and process payments via voice commands, merging convenience with cutting-edge technology.
How the Smartglasses Work
Once users link their bank account through UPI Circle, the glasses can automatically detect nearby QR codes. The built-in camera captures the code, and users simply confirm the transaction with a voice prompt — completely eliminating the need for manual entry or physical verification. (The Indian Express)
According to Peyush Bansal, Lenskart’s CEO and co-founder, the goal is to “make payments as effortless as blinking.” The company believes that combining eyewear with payment capabilities will redefine how people interact with technology in everyday life.
UPI Circle: The Backbone of Smart Payments
The UPI Circle initiative, introduced by NPCI, allows smart devices such as glasses, watches, and rings to securely manage digital transactions. It relies on advanced encryption, biometric verification, and device-level authentication for maximum protection. (Inc42)
At the same fintech event, NPCI also introduced on-device biometric authentication, enabling faster and more secure verification without depending on external apps. This innovation complements Lenskart’s vision of making everyday payments more accessible and tech-driven.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and NPCI are steadily expanding the reach of UPI beyond phones, with devices like smartwatches, rings, and now glasses joining the ecosystem. (The Economic Times)
The Role of Biometric and Voice Authentication
One of the standout aspects of the new UPI framework is the addition of biometric-based authentication, including voice verification and facial recognition. This allows devices like the B Camera Smartglasses to execute payments through secure and personalized commands. (Times of India)
Meanwhile, India’s digital payment ecosystem continues to grow at an exponential rate. The introduction of biometric authentication for instant digital payments has already begun nationwide, making India one of the first countries to roll out such technology at scale. (Reuters)
Advantages of Lenskart’s B Camera Smartglasses
- Hands-Free Transactions: Users can pay simply by looking at a QR code and confirming via voice — no need to pull out a phone.
- Enhanced Security: Payments use device-level encryption and biometric voice verification.
- Faster Payments: No PINs or app-switching needed, reducing transaction time drastically.
- Convenient for Daily Use: Ideal for multitasking or quick on-the-go payments, such as at cafes, metro stations, or shops.
Beyond UPI, the glasses feature AI-powered object recognition and a high-definition POV camera for capturing first-person videos, making it a lifestyle gadget as well as a financial tool.
India’s Fintech Future
India has been a global leader in digital payments since launching UPI in 2016, and it now handles billions of transactions monthly. The latest wave of innovation — wearable and voice-based payments — represents the next stage in that journey. (Wikipedia)
Experts believe that integrating payments into daily-use accessories like eyewear could accelerate digital adoption even further. If successful, Lenskart’s innovation may inspire other global brands to blend fintech and fashion, just as India’s payment systems continue to shape global digital finance trends.
What’s Next
Lenskart is expected to launch the B Camera Smartglasses commercially in early 2026, with initial trials among select users beginning later this year. As the world watches, this Indian innovation could redefine how we see and spend — literally.
