Global MicroLED microdisplay technology leader JBD has officially launched the "Roadrunner I" polychrome projector. As the inaugural product of the new "Roadrunner" series, "Roadrunner I" not only achieves breakthroughs in pixel size and optical efficiency, translating into a substantial advantage in overall form factor, but also elevates the visual experience to a new level and accelerates the popularization of consumer-grade full-color AR smart glasses. Smaller Pixels, Clearer Vision At the core of "Roadrunner I" is a newly...

Founded in 1997, Jorjin Technologies has specialized in the ODM field of AR/MR digital wearable products for over 10 years, and holds numerous core key technologies and patents in AR/MR. Leveraging advanced hardware technology, ultra-high resolution 2D/3D imaging, and intuitive natural human-machine interaction UI/UX through voice, gestures, head, and eye-tracking precise controls, Jorjin launched Asia’s first AR/MR smart glasses with eye-tracking functionality, the J7EF Gaze, in 2022. Notably, Jorjin has been invested in by Foxconn Group since 2023, ...

The New OP03021 Full-Color Sequential LCOS Panel Is the Only Solution Available on the Market Today That Integrates the Array, Driver and Memory into an Ultra-Low-Power Single-Chip Architecture for Smart Glasses   OMNIVISION, a leading global developer of semiconductor technology, including advanced digital imaging, analog and display solutions, today launched the industry’s only single-chip liquid crystal on silicon (LCOS) small panel with ultra-low power for next-generation smart glasses. The OP03021 LCOS panel delivers a 1...

Vuzix® Corporation (NASDAQ: VUZI), ("Vuzix" or, the "Company"), a leading supplier of AI-powered smart glasses, advanced waveguides, and augmented reality (AR) technologies for defense and enterprise applications, today announced the continuation of its multi-year development collaboration with Collins Aerospace, an RTX business. The relationship has resulted in the production approval and delivery of advanced waveguide-based AR display systems for deployment across multiple U.S. Department of Defense programs.   Under this deve...

Founded in 2021, SEEV specializes in the R&D and production of AR diffraction waveguide micro-nano optical devices. The company, incubated by the National Center for Nanoscience and Technology, as well as the GBA National Institute for Nanotechnology Innovation, has mastered the full-chain core technology for the mass production of diffraction waveguides. SEEV leads in waveguide shipment within the industry, with its products being used in the series of devices by Even Realities and numerous other domestic and global brands. In the realm of higher-performance ...

We couldn't be more excited about the future of spatial computing. Today, alongside our partners at Google, we are proud to share the first public look at Project Aura—upcoming wired XR glasses built for the Android XR ecosystem. Project Aura represents a major leap forward by pairing XREAL's specialized hardware--utilizing our X1S spatial computing chip and state-of-the-art optics--with the advanced capabilities of Google's Android XR and Gemini. Peak Inovation: XREAL Hardware + Google Intelligence Project Aura unites XREAL...

JBD, a global leader in MicroLED microdisplays, announced that its Hummingbird II polychrome projector has been named a CES Innovation Awards® 2026 Honoree in the XR & Spatial Computing category. The world-renowned CES Innovation Awards program, owned and produced by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), is an annual competition honoring outstanding design and engineering in 36 tech product categories. Hummingbird II Polychrome Projector Introduced in September, the Hummingbird II is JBD’s latest polychrome projector bu...

The future is right in front of our eyes: lighter, sleeker, and smarter than ever before. Smart glasses is no longer a distant vision; it is on the verge of becoming as natural to us as the smartphone is today. But turning this vision into reality requires more than just design concepts. With this in mind, ams OSRAM introduces VEGALED™ – its ultra compact RGGB optimized LED for LCoS & DMD projector applications and designed for micro-displays in smart glasses, pico projection and machine vision. This breakthrough combines exceptional temperatu...

Cellid Inc., a developer of displays and spatial recognition engines for next-generation AR glasses, today announced it will jointly develop AR glasses equipped with Cellid's plastic waveguides (AR glass lenses) – the only domestically mass-produced version – for the Sabae-designed AR glasses being developed and sold by jig.jp Inc. (Headquarters: Sabae City, Fukui Prefecture). This product is the result of joint development between jig.jp, a software developer specializing in mobile and web applications and services; Boston Club Co., Ltd. (Headquart...

As major tech companies race to define the future of smart wearables, Apple’s long-rumored smart glasses are drawing increasing attention. According to 9to5Mac, citing sources, Apple Glasses are expected to be unveiled in 2026, though shipments may not begin until 2027, with rumored features including a built-in camera, Apple Intelligence–related functions, voice interaction via Siri, and more. As 9to5Mac notes, Apple is now said to be developing an AI-focused “Apple Glasses” device—one that does not include AR features—driven in pa...

Google has announced major progress on two categories of AI-powered smart glasses—one equipped with a display and the other focused on audio—setting the stage for head-to-head competition with Meta as early as next year. In a blog post published Monday, Google said that the first co-developed AI glasses are scheduled for release in 2026. Early hardware partners include Samsung Electronics, Warby Parker, and Gentle Monster, though the final industrial design has not yet been revealed. Google’s prototype showcases hands-free interaction and supports ...

Varjo, the leading provider of military-grade virtual and mixed reality headsets, has today launched its State of XR in Simulation Training Report 2026, delivering a comprehensive and detailed insight into the landscape, challenges, and future direction of virtual and mixed reality technology in the simulation and training industry. Launching at I/ITSEC, the premier event for next-generation simulation and training technologies, Varjo’s report reveals the defense industry's growing maturity in adopting highly immersive XR technologies to power the next genera...

Until today, we’ve shared with you everything about our light field display — our core mission, the north star, and the “holy grail” of AR. Let’s now take a closer look at the key component that makes it possible: C·Bast, our proprietary FLCoS (Ferroelectric Liquid Crystal on Silicon) microdisplay, and what makes it a game-changer for today’s AR display. First, let’s provide a bit of context. Most AR displays today are essentially miniaturized monitors. They inherit properties developed for seated viewing of dense,...

The Jizhi G-X100 features a photon-to-photon latency of just 9 milliseconds, faster than 12 ms for Apple’s Vision Pro A Chinese start-up founded by a Stanford University graduate, who previously worked for Apple’s extended reality (XR) unit, is attracting attention for developing a chip that can power headsets and artificial intelligence glasses. Founded by Wang Chaohao, GravityXR last week showcased China’s first all-in-one mixed reality (MR) chip, the Jizhi G-X100, which uses the advanced 5-nanometre node. The product, part of a new l...

Cellid Inc., a developer of displays and spatial recognition engines for next-generation AR glasses, today announced two new reference designs (verification models) for augmented reality (AR) glasses: a green monochrome and a full-color model. Of these two models, the monochrome green model features the latest plastic waveguide (display lens for AR glasses), which Cellid has successfully mass-produced for the first time globally, while the full-color model features a glass waveguide. Both models are wireless, offer excellent design, and are lightweight glasses-style AR devi...

TrendForce’s latest report, “2025 Near-Eye Display Market Trend and Technology Analysis,” reveals that the rapid expansion of AR strategies by leading brands such as Meta, Apple, Amazon, and RayNeo is speeding up across various display technologies. LEDoS and LCoS are emerging as the fastest-growing segments, with projected 2025 penetration rates of 37% and 7%, respectively, and expected to increase to 65% and 11% by 2030. Chinese brands, now the main suppliers of AR glasses shipments, originally concentrated on viewing where brightness requirem...

TrendForce has identified 10 key technology trends that will define the tech industry's evolution in 2026. The highlights of these findings are outlined below: AI Chip Competition Intensifies as Liquid Cooling Gains Widespread Adoption in Data Centers In 2026, the high demand for AI data center construction—fueled by increased capital spending by major North American CSPs and the rise of sovereign cloud projects worldwide—is anticipated to boost AI server shipments by over 20% year-over-year. NVIDIA, the leading name in AI today, will f...

A VTT led research project is developing compact spectral imaging and gas measurement technologies for industries and medical diagnostics. Innovations based on the science of light, i.e. photonics, use, for instance, infrared light to identify gases. With the new optical MEMS solutions, instruments and sensors are easier and cheaper to manufacture from readily available and non-toxic raw materials. The EPheS (Efficient Photonics for Sustainable Imaging and Sensing) project, involving four pioneering companies and two research institutes, is developing tunable optical sp...

Varjo, the world leader in military-grade virtual and mixed reality technology, together with REISER Simulation and Training GmbH (REISER), announced that the REISER H145 D3 Mixed Reality (MR) Helicopter Simulator has been pre-qualified by the German Federal Aviation Office (Luftfahrt-Bundesamt, LBA) under the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Special Conditions framework. This milestone marks a significant step forward in bringing immersive, high-fidelity pilot training to operators across Europe, building on the simulato...

In the world of advanced materials and optics, progress often means making technology invisible—so seamless and intuitive that it simply becomes part of daily life. The Photonics Platforms team at Applied Materials believes in making the invisible available: we utilize the company’s materials engineering expertise, technology partnerships, and five decades of semiconductor innovation to focus on solving the toughest problems for our customers, enabling new possibilities that quietly enhance everyday experiences and set a new standard for wearable display systems. Tec...

AAC Technologies Pte. Ltd., a world-leading smart device solution provider and a company incorporated in Singapore and a fully-owned subsidiary of AAC Technologies Holdings Inc., whose shares are listed and traded on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the shares and other equity securities in Dispelix Oy, a technology leader in diffractive waveguide displays for augmented reality (AR). The transaction is expected to close within the first half of 2026; upon completion Dispelix will become a subsidiary of AAC. This acquisit...

Hongshi Intelligent is a tech company deeply involved in the research and manufacturing of silicon-based Micro LED microdisplay chips. The company possesses core technologies and patents including 8-inch silicon metal bonding, quantum dot conversion, hybrid bonding, monolithic full-color, and microlenses. Hongshi Intelligent has a complete industry chain capability, from optical device design to module design and production. The products of Hongshi Intelligent can be applied to monochrome/full-color AR glasses, smart wearable devices, micro-projectors, and other consumer electr...

AI glasses are shaping up to be the next frontier in wearable tech, and Chinese PC maker Lenovo’s latest move shows it doesn’t plan to be left behind. According to Chinese outlet ITHome, Lenovo has unveiled its AI Glasses V1, featuring a lightweight 38-gram design with lenses as thin as 1.8 mm. The product will go on sale on November 9, with a launch price of 3,999 yuan, the report adds. Ultra-Light Design and Advanced Display Technology The design is reportedly among the lightest in its class. According to Notebookcheck, the Rokid Glasses are ...

Snke OS GmbH has announced the unveiling of SnkeXR, the first medical grade, open platform AR glasses purpose-built for the medical technology industry. The product will be debuted November 4 and 5 at the Medical Device Innovation Consortium (MDIC) Medical Extended Reality (XR) Summit in Hyattsville, Md., with a keynote and simulated total hip arthroplasty (THA) from the main stage on November 4. “The power of augmented reality to bring accuracy, efficiency and enhanced clinician experience to healthcare is clear, but legacy consumer AR glasses w...

Samsung Electronics today unveiled Galaxy XR, introducing a new category of AI-native devices designed to deliver immersive experiences in a form factor optimized for multimodal AI. As the first product built on the new Android XR platform developed together by Samsung, Google, and Qualcomm Technologies, Galaxy XR showcases the future of discovery, play, and work, enabling users to enjoy natural, deeply immersive experiences — from daily tasks to bold new frontiers. It’s the first step in Samsung’s long-term XR journey, with innovations to come ac...

Kevin Kelly, founding executive editor of Wired magazine, visited Rokid headquarters in Hangzhou for a deep dialogue with Misa Zhu, Founder & CEO of Rokid. They engaged in a forward-looking conversation on the convergence of artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reality (AR), and the evolution of human-computer interaction. The meeting came as Rokid transitions from a record-setting Kickstarter campaign into a global pre-order phase. A Meeting Focused on the Future of Technology During the visit, Kevin Kelly shared his insights on the development of...

Apple is making a notable comeback in the VR/MR market with its upgraded Vision Pro, which still uses OLEDoS display panels. The device aims to drive the next generation of head-mounted devices by enhancing computing power and weight distribution. TrendForce’s latest report on “2025 Near-Eye Display Market Trends and Technology Analysis” indicates that OLEDoS, the preferred display technology for mid-to-high-end VR/MR devices, is experiencing significant breakthroughs in both supply chain and application areas. Consequently, OLEDoS ad...

LiPro Vision, originally a research team within the Electronic and Optoelectronic System Research Laboratories of ITRI, was officially established as a company in April 2025. The company focuses on the R&D and design of optical engine modules for AR sports glasses, enabling brands to create next-generation wearable displays with ultra-thin form factors, high brightness, and long battery life. TrendForce had the privilege of interviewing Dr. Yuan-Po Lin, Founder and CEO of LiPro Vision, to discuss the growing demand for AR displays in sports applications a...

Kopin Corporation a leading provider of application-specific optical systems and high-performance microdisplays for defense, training, enterprise, industrial, consumer and medical products, today announced the closing of its previously disclosed $15.0 million strategic investment agreement with THEON International Plc (Euronext Amsterdam: THEON). The transaction, which received regulatory approval, closed on Thursday, October 16th, 2025. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/aaarzm2z In addition to the $15 million investment from THEON International the companies conte...

Kopin Corporation a leading provider of application-specific optical systems and high-performance microdisplays for defense, training, enterprise, industrial, consumer and medical products, announced it has secured approximately $3 million in orders from a tier one aerospace company for MicroLED displays, marking the first production order for this technology in combat aircraft, a new technology offering and a burgeoning market, for Kopin. Scheduled for delivery in the second half of 2026, the displays will upgrade legacy Heads-Up Displays (HUDs) in fielded aircraft, providi...