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[Exclusive Interview] Guangli Pioneers AI+AR Smart Glasses to Transform Sports Tech Experience

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:25:31 +0800

Driven by the deeper integration of AI into wearables and strong momentum from up by tech giants, market intelligence firm TrendForce projects that global AR glasses shipments will surge to 950,000 units in 2026, marking a 53% YoY leap. However, as the novelty wears off, consumers are taking a closer look at the practical value and AI-powered experiences these devices offer. To meet growing market expectations and unlock the next stage of growth, brands must strike a balance between ergonomic comfort, affordability, and a comprehensive content ecosystem. TrendForce recently...

[Exclusive Interview] Meta-Bounds Delivers Lighter AR Glasses with End-to-End Design and Production Capabilities

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:20:25 +0800

As AI and wearables advance toward deeper integration, coupled with momentum driven by major market players, TrendForce estimates that global AR glasses shipments will surge to 950,000 units in 2026, a whopping increase of 53% year over year. Weight plays a crucial role in shaping the user experience of AR glasses, making lightweight design a key driver for the AR industry to enter the mass market and achieve large-scale deployment. Recently, TrendForce spoke with Huang Weizheng, Marketing Director at Meta-Bounds, to gain insights into the company’s latest produ...

[Exclusive Interview] Cellid’s Strategies in Plastic and Glass Waveguides

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 17:18:45 +0800

Established in 2016, Cellid is a Tokyo-based waveguide design house with additional offices in California, USA, and Taoyuan, Taiwan. The company focuses on the R&D, production, and sales of waveguide technologies and SLAM (simultaneous localization and mapping) solutions, with its waveguides primarily manufactured by GIS. TrendForce recently had the opportunity to interview Cellid’s Head of R&D HW Department, Takeshi Kawahara to discuss their latest waveguide innovations and the company's future roadmap.

[Exclusive Interview] Overcoming Red Micro LED Bottlenecks: Porotech’s InGaN Technology Drives AR Display Mass Production

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:34:34 +0800

AR glasses are increasingly recognized as the next-generation compute platform, attracting investment from multiple international tech giants in related product development over recent years. However, as AR display technologies advance toward commercialization, the inefficiency of red Micro LEDs has become a critical bottleneck for the industry’s development. In AR near-eye display structures, display panels are required to deliver high resolution and brightness within an extremely small size. Micro LEDs, characterized by their high brightness, efficiency, and produc...

[Exclusive Interview] Silanna's 235nm Far UV-C LEDs Stop Viruses in Seconds

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:09:59 +0800

Silanna, established in 2006, develops far UV-C LEDs using MBE equipment and proprietary epitaxy technology. According to Prof. Gabriele Messina's research at the University of Siena, the company's far UV-C LEDs can effectively inactivate multiple H5N1 avian influenza virus strains within seconds. TrendForce was honored to conduct an exclusive interview with Jimmy Weng, the Director of Sales & Marketing from Silanna and Prof. Gabriele Messina from the University of Siena to discuss these impressive findings. Jimmy Weng, the Director of...

[Exclusive Interview] Rayvision Technology’s “8+12 inch” Dual-Fab Strategy Unlocks Full Coverage Across All Near-Eye Display Scenarios

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 17:12:27 +0800

As AI becomes more integrated with wearables, alongside increasing momentum powered by major suppliers, TrendForce estimates that global AR glasses shipments will accelerate to 950,000 units in 2026, representing an increase of 53% compared to a year earlier. Display panels, as a key component with a high proportion of total device costs, will play a pivotal role in pushing the industry toward scalable and widespread adoption through lower costs and improved performance. Recently, TrendForce had an opportunity to speak with Chao Pen, Marketing Director at Rayvision Techno...

[Exclusive Interview] LLVision Breaks Through the AR Market with a Specialization Strategy, Redefining Translation Glasses

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:10:27 +0800

TrendForce forecasts that global AR glasses shipments will surge to 950,000 units in 2026, representing a 53% YoY growth. On top of that, as initial interest in these new products fades, consumers are expected to increasingly scrutinize the practical value and AI-enabled experience of these devices. With deeper integration of AI technology with wearable devices, alongside ongoing deployments by leading tech players, brands are required to define specific scenarios, improve user experience feedback loops, and advance AI ecosystem development. These efforts are essential to meet...

[Exclusive Interview] Pegatron: Capturing Market Opportunities in AR Glasses via Balanced Application of Key Technologies

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:33:07 +0800

Established in January 2008, Pegatron Corporation leverages years of product development expertise and vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities to provide a seamless one-stop service, spanning from creative design to systematic production. By combining EMS and ODM business models, Pegatron has established itself as a premier global DMS (design, manufacturing, and service) company. Recently, the company has actively invested in the near-eye display sector, aiming to offer clients comprehensive solutions through complete upstream and downstream vertical integration. Tr...

[Exclusive Interview] Violumas' UV LED Product Portfolio Delivers Optimal Solutions to Customers

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 11:14:01 +0800

Based in the heart of Silicon Valley, Violumas, the UV division of the Cofan Group, specializes in providing a full-service UV LED product portfolio and solutions, from UV LEDs to customized modules. Thanks to the integrated thermal structure (3-PAD) in the Flip Chip LEDs and Metal Core PCBs, Violumas' UV LEDs achieve rapid thermal dissipation and lower thermal resistance, consistently delivering high-performance products with increased optical power and reliability to meet market needs. TrendForce was honored to conduct an exclusive interview at P...

[Exclusive Interview] Avegant’s New 0.7cc Light Engine Brings High PPD to AR Glasses to Break the Visual Barrier

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 11:25:24 +0800

Avegant, a venture-backed technology company, is developing next-generation display technology to bring augmented reality (AR) to life, transforming the way we play, learn, work, and interact with each other. Currently, Avegant is partnering with multiple waveguide manufacturers to promote its proprietary non-PBS LCoS technology. TrendForce recently had the opportunity to interview Avegant CEO & Founder Edward Tang, who shared valuable insights into the competitive landscape between LEDoS and LCoS light engines, as well as the company's latest advancements....