Patria’s mixed reality-based simulator offers training tailored to modern vehicle crew needs with improved immersion and a significantly smaller physical footprint than conventional display setups. Patria is Finland’s leading provider of defense, security, and aerospace solutions, with a legacy that spans over a century. Established as a trusted partner to both domestic and international defense forces, Patria delivers cutting-edge technologies and comprehensive training systems that support critical operations across land, sea, and air domains. Training the Modern M...

Varjo, the technology leader in military-grade virtual and mixed reality solutions, today announced a strategic partnership with THEON, a global leader in advanced defense technologies. THEON has committed a €5 million minority investment in Varjo via a convertible loan, with an option to invest an additional €5 million under the same terms. The companies have agreed to collaborate closely on multiple product and business initiatives. Founded in 2016, Varjo delivers the world’s most advanced VR/XR headsets and software for aerospace and defense custom...

Three Space Lab ("3SL"), a pioneer in frictionless, ultra-realistic VR real estate visualization, has raised $3 million in Seed funding to transform the luxury homebuying experience. Founded by former MIT research scientist Scott W. Greenwald, Ph.D., 3SL reimagines real estate sales by enabling sellers to showcase off-plan and remote properties with a stunning level of realism. Its proprietary, cutting-edge, immersive visualization platform disrupts the traditional sales experience by empowering buyers to make confident decisions anytime, anywhere. 3SL b...

Rokid, a pioneer in human-computer interaction and AR innovation, announced the upcoming launch event for the Rokid Glasses, the world's lightest full-function AI & AR smart glasses. The event, titled "Future in Sight," will take place on August 26, 2025, in New York City. The event will bring together media, industry experts, and partners for an immersive experience that showcases how Rokid is shaping the next era of wearable computing. Rokid Glasses is aiming to redefine wearable computing by combining advanced AI productivity tools, AR navig...

SAPIEN Semiconductors is committed to closely collaborating with key customers in the global Micro LED display industry to deliver innovative solutions. In addition, the company successfully went public on the KOSDAQ in 2024, generating revenue of KRW 7.99 billion, a 149% increase year-over-year. The company has also established an office in Silicon Valley to better serve its customers, including major tech giants in the US. TrendForce is very pleased to conduct a phone interview with Myunghee Lee (CEO) and Ethan Jin (CSO) of SAPIEN Semiconductors...

Himax Display, Inc., a subsidiary of Himax Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: HIMX), a leading supplier and fabless manufacturer of display drivers and other semiconductor products, has specialized in the research, development, design, and manufacturing of Liquid Crystal on Silicon (LCoS) technology for more than 20 years. With over 4 million units shipped cumulatively, Himax Display’s products have been broadly adopted across multiple applications, including consumer electronics, industrial augmented reality (AR), gaming, telescopes, educational display systems, and aut...

Haylo Labs has acquired Plessey Semiconductors, the UK’s leading innovator in microLED display technology. Haylo Labs has committed to investing over £100 million in the UK over the next five years to scale Plessey’s manufacturing capacity and grow the highly skilled workforce in Plymouth and beyond. The acquisition strengthens the UK’s position as a global leader in immersive computing and next-generation technology. The international microLED market is forecast to grow from £2.7 billion ($3.7 billion) in 2024 to over £592 b...

Chiang Chih-Hsiung, General Manager of Foxconn’s Business Group B and Digital Health Division, recently stated that the company’s AR (Augmented Reality) glasses are aimed at the consumer market and could enter mass production as early as next year, though the schedule has not yet been finalized. He noted that Foxconn will adopt a phased approach, gradually entering the next-generation human–machine interface (HMI) market with the ambition of becoming a leader in future interaction platforms. Foxconn believes that AR glasses—integrating near-...

On August 9, GoerTek Inc. announced that, in order to promote the maturity of Micro LED–related technologies and products and to support the future development of its AI smart glasses and AR (augmented reality) business, its controlling subsidiary, GoerTek (Hong Kong) Co., Ltd., plans to provide a five-year interest-bearing loan with equity return rights of up to USD 100 million to UK-based Haylo using its own funds. Haylo will use the loan to acquire 100% equity of Plessey Semiconductors Limited (“Plessey”) and to inject additional capit...

Basemark, a global leader in advanced augmented reality (AR) software, and Jorjin Technologies Inc. (TPEX: 4980.TWO), a pioneering force in the smart glasses industry, announced a strategic partnership. This collaboration will deliver highly robust, industrial-grade AR solutions on Jorjin’s advanced AR glasses, empowering customers across the defense, smart city, and smart factory sectors. Jorjin’s military- and industrial-grade smart glasses boast a proven track record, actively deployed in critical sectors like defense, law enforcement, and healthcare. ...

On August 26, RayNeo will officially launch the RayNeo Air 3s Pro, the latest evolution of its industry-defining AR glasses. Building directly on the success of the RayNeo Air 3s, the Air 3s Pro AR glasses model introduces advanced hardware upgrades, enhanced display performance, and improved comfort — all while maintaining a highly competitive price point. If you're considering the leap to wearable displays or already own the Air 3s, here's why the Air 3s Pro version is worth the upgrade. Display: A Leap Forward in Brightness and Visual F...

Operations managers overseeing warehousing services, transportation logistics and omni-channel fulfillment share a common set of challenges. How can I solve mispicks and make my warehouse workers more efficient while picking? What's the best mobile picking solution that integrates into my WMS? How can I reduce employee turnover in my warehouse and improve operational efficiency? Modern warehouse operations are often defined by the efficiency of the tools used on the floor. Companies looking to enhance warehouse productivity, efficiency and worker safety are in a constant c...

We're thrilled to announce that the Robert Schuman Hospitals (HRS) have won the prestigious Pfizer Innovation Award on June 7th, 2024, for Innovation in Hospital Pharmacy. This award, organized by the Association of Hospital Pharmacists of Luxembourg (APHL) and funded by Pfizer, highlights groundbreaking advancements in medication logistics within hospitals. The winning project from HRS, which focused on incorporating augmented reality to enhance the production circuit for sterile preparations, is a testament to innovation and collaboration in healthcare. ...

Vuzix® Corporation, a leading supplier of AI-powered smart glasses, waveguides and Augmented Reality (AR) technologies, today announced Vuzix LX1™ smart glasses, a purpose-built ruggedized solution for hands-free operation in the warehouse that can support a single shift on one charge. The LX1, which was designed by Vuzix with its years of smart glasses experience, will be manufactured by Vuzix partner Quanta Computer bringing their excellence in manufacturing and quality. The LX1 is expected to start sampling shortly with production and general availability ex...

The oversubscribed round was led by Oculus VR co-founder Brendan Iribe; former Chief Futurist at 20th Century Fox and Paramount, and founding team member at RED Digital Cinema, Ted Schilowitz; FlixBus founders Jochen Engert, Daniel Kraus, and André Schwämmlein; Germany’s Federal Agency for Disruptive Innovation (SPRIND); and early-stage VC firm LEA Partners. “As a Futurist at two major movie studios, I’ve seen countless wearable display concepts. Gixel’s team and approach stand out for their real advances...

As summer nights reach their peak, RayNeo, the forefront innovator in augmented reality (AR) technology, is thrilled to unveil a groundbreaking collaboration with portable power leader BLUETTI and Yaber, a pioneer in entertainment projectors. This strategic partnership delivers the perfect trifecta for tech-enhanced summer experiences, blending next-generation AR with reliable power and premium projection. Whether you're hosting a backyard movie night or escaping into a private cinematic world, this trio delivers unmatched immersion, convenience, and portability&mda...

TL;DR: Reality Labs Research have been on a mission to pass the visual Turing test—attempting to create virtual experiences that are indistinguishable from the physical world. While it’s a subjective rubric, no present-day VR system has met the mark. But with our latest research prototype headsets being presented next week at SIGGRAPH 2025, it’s an achievement that may be closer than you think. placeholder-image It’s not often that you get your mind well and truly blown. But in the past five years or so, I’ve managed a bit of a hat t...

Vuzix® Corporation, a leading supplier of AI-powered smart glasses, waveguides and Augmented Reality (AR) technologies, today announced that it has received and shipped against a six-figure dollar follow-on order for Vuzix M400™ smart glasses from LogistiVIEW, a warehouse execution system (WES) software provider that serves customers across multiple industries. This order supports the expanding deployment of Vuzix smart glasses running LogistiVIEW's WES software platform within a Fortune 100 retail company, which uses the smart glasses for v...

According to Road to VR, researchers from Meta Reality Labs and Stanford University, led by electrical engineering professor Gordon Wetzstein, have introduced a new holographic display that could enable virtual and mixed reality experiences in a form factor comparable to standard eyeglasses. As noted in the report, a paper published in Nature Photonics outlines the prototype device, which combines ultra-thin custom waveguide holography with AI-powered algorithms to generate highly realistic 3D visuals. Unlike traditional XR headsets that simulate depth using flat st...

The CLEDIA project, co-financed by the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes A group of logos with different names AI-generated content may be incorrect. Region and Bpifrance has just been completed after three years of collaborative innovation between Pollen, Aledia and the laboratories at the University of Clermont Auvergne (LIMOS and LMBP). This ambitious project aimed to improve the efficiency of Aledia's microLEDs through the integration of artificial intelligence dedicated to the optimization of epitaxy processes. Led by Pollen, a company specializ...

According to CNBC, Alibaba on Monday introduced a pair of smart glasses powered by its Qwen large language model and AI assistant, Quark—marking the company’s first step into the smart glasses market. The Chinese tech firm said the Quark AI Glasses will launch in China by the end of 2025, as noted in the report. Additional details, including pricing and technical specifications, have not yet been disclosed. As the report indicates, Quark, updated earlier this year, is currently available as a mobile app in China. Alibaba’s move into hardware is ...

NEW YORK, July 28, 2025 (Newswire.com) - What You'll Learn Wearable technology continues to define the way we interact with information, people, and our surroundings in 2025. The Vital Smart Glasses have emerged as a standout innovation in this field, offering users a seamless blend of digital integration, real-world enhancement, and aesthetic minimalism. Positioned at the intersection of form and function, these glasses are reshaping expectations of what smart eyewear can achieve in both lifestyle and productivity applications. Disclaimer: This article is for i...

SHANGHAI, CN / ACCESS Newswire / July 29, 2025 / At the 2025 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC), Rokid showcased its latest AI+AR wearable, Rokid Glasses in the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition Center. Rokid is driving a new era of AI interaction by harnessing the power of display-enabled visual experiences to transform how people engage with technology. The product transformed futuristic human-machine interaction into intuitive, everyday experiences with a lightweight, voice-controlled, visually immersive smart glasses platform. Du...

Xiaomi may have kicked things off with its first AI glasses in late June, but another Chinese tech giant is gearing up to enter the fray. According to 36Kr, Alibaba is set to unveil its first self-developed AI glasses this week—reportedly featuring a dual-chip setup powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon AR1 and China’s Bestechnic BES2800. While the new device will likely includes standard AI glasses features like voice assistant, music, calls, real-time translation, and meeting transcription, the report suggests that what sets Alibaba’s product...

July 21, 2025 – Kinneta, a New York City-based XR fitness app developer, has recently introduced two new demo experiences that transform cardio fitness machine exercises into immersive XR experiences. Debuted last month at AWE USA, the company showcased a gamified workout for XREAL’s augmented reality (AR) glasses that allows exercise bike users to go through competitive full-body mobility rhythm-based challenges. While exercising on a Wattbike, users align their cadence with the beat of a song in order to receive powerups in-game.   Kinnet...

NESS ZIONA, Israel, July 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lumus, the pioneering developer of reflective (geometric) waveguide technology for augmented reality (AR) eyewear, today announced an expanded partnership with Quanta Computer Inc., a global technology manufacturing leader, and long-time Lumus supply chain partner for its optical engines. The collaboration strengthens Lumus' supply chain infrastructure and affirms the company's readiness to deliver mass-manufactured waveguide-based optical engines to support the growing AR market. As part of the expansion,...

Saphlux officially announced the launch of its new T3 Series 0.13-inch monolithic full-color MicroLED microdisplay today, a major step forward in enhancing content richness and information efficiency for next-generation augmented reality (AR) glasses. The T3-0.13" microdisplay leverages Saphlux’s proprietary NPQD® (Nanopore Quantum Dot) technology to achieve highly integrated RGB pixels on a single blue-light wafer via quantum dot color conversion. Featuring high luminous efficiency, compact size, and superior reliability, the T3 display is designed ...

Researchers at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) School of Engineering have cracked a major challenge in display technology by inventing the world’s brightest and most energy efficient quantum rod LEDs (QRLEDs). These next-generation QRLEDs feature optimized deep green emission at the top of the color triangle, enabling displays with unprecedented color purity and a maximized color gamut. Boasting a longer lifespan and triple the brightness of previous models, these cutting-edge light sources deliver energy-efficient, ultra-vivid ...

As per IT Home, tech media outlet Android Central published a blog post on July 9 reporting that Beijing-based VITURE Inc. has unveiled its new Luma series of XR smart glasses. The lineup includes the Luma, Luma Pro, Luma Ultra, and the upcoming flagship model, Beast. The Luma, positioned as the entry-level model, is priced at USD 399. It features 1200P resolution, a 50° field of view, 1000 nits of brightness, and supports myopia adjustment up to -6.0D. Shipping is expected to begin in September. The Luma Pro, priced at USD 499, builds up...

CREAL, the Swiss innovator behind revolutionary light field display technology, announces the final closing of an $8.9 million equity funding round, led by ZEISS, with participation from new and existing investors, including members of the UBS private investor network. This latest investment underscores the growing momentum around light field technology and its potential to elevate augmented reality (AR) and vision care to new heights. The funds will accelerate CREAL’s mission to deliver natural, comfortable, and healthy visual digital experiences by advancing...