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...

Polar Light Technologies AB emerged from the extensive research of Professor Per-Olof Holtz and his team in semiconductors and optoelectronics at Linköping University. Their journey to develop a monolithic full-color began in 2014, ultimately leading to the discovery of their ideal solution: pyramidal InGaN-based structures. TrendForce recently had the opportunity to speak with Oskar Fajerson, CEO of Polar Light Technologies, who shared valuable insights into the microLED market and the company's latest advancements. Currently, Polar Light Tec...

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...

INMO, an AR glasses technology company aiming to enhance everyday life, is honored to have garnered international media attention and over US$630,000 from more than 673 backers on Kickstarter for its INMO AIR3 AR glasses, smashing the crowdfunding campaign goal. Featuring the world's first 1080p all-in-one full-color waveguide display powered by a Sony Micro OLED screen, the INMO AIR3 delivers vivid, next-generation augmented reality experiences in a compact and comfortable design. "We are thrilled that the INMO AIR3 AR glasses have be...

The future of smart glasses you've been waiting for has arrived. RayNeo, a global leader in augmented reality smart glasses innovation, is thrilled to officially unveil the RayNeo X3 Pro – our most advanced and immersive AR smart glasses to date. After a hugely successful launch and widespread adoption in the Chinese market, we are incredibly excited to bring the transformative power of the X3 Pro to global markets, officially launching November 20th, 2025! For years, we've envisioned a world where digital information seamlessly blends with our physical real...

Magic Leap is at the Future Investment Initiative (FII) in Riyadh to announce a strategic move into augmented reality (AR) glasses development and a renewed partnership with Google. After fifteen years of research and development, Magic Leap is establishing itself as an AR ecosystem partner to support companies building glasses. As a partner, the company applies its expertise in display systems, optics, and system integration to advance the next generation of AR. “Magic Leap’s optics, display systems, and hardware expertise have been essential to adv...

RayNeo is proud to share that the RayNeo X3 Pro AR glasses have been recognized with a Special Mention in TIME’s 2025 Best Inventions — joining standout innovations from companies like Apple, Huawei, and others shaping the future of technology. . TIME’s annual Best Inventions list honors the most impactful and forward-thinking products of the year. The RayNeo X3 Pro was highlighted for bringing together MicroLED + waveguide AR display technology and AI-powered smart features in a sleek, lightweight glasses design. “These Micr...

Developers now have a production-ready path to bring immersive Unity experiences to Galaxy XR and the next wave of Android XR devices Unity (NYSE: U), the leading platform to create and grow games and interactive experiences, today announced the general availability of Android XR support in Unity 6 — making it easy for developers to reach new audiences and platforms with their games and apps. “By collaborating closely with Google and Samsung, we integrated Android XR tools into Unity 6 early and verified them with developers in real production envir...

Quality Executive Partners (QxP) today announced the launch of Virtuosi 2.0. This is enhanced GMP Education for the Advanced Manufacturing Era. Virtuosi is redefining the way pharmaceutical and biomanufacturing organizations train, learn, and stay compliant. Virtuosi 2.0 represents a major leap forward in biopharmaceutical and advanced manufacturing training. Powered by next-generation technology, it introduces expanded flexibility across course offerings and is built on years of immersive training expertise to deliver an improved user experience. "As the industr...

AI-powered sensing capabilities and computer vision technology display real-time navigation and delivery instructions so drivers can rely less on their phones and more on their surroundings. Key takeaways Amazon is developing smart delivery glasses to help Delivery Associates (DAs) identify hazards, seamlessly navigate to customer’s doorsteps, and improve customer deliveries. The wearable system was designed and optimized with input from hundreds of DAs, drivers who work for Delivery Service Partners (DSPs). The devices implement advanced computer visio...

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...

According to MICROLED-info, sources indicate that Meta has begun collaborating with ams OSRAM to co-develop microLED technology. As the report notes, Meta’s Reality Labs has established a microLED R&D team in Regensburg, located near ams OSRAM’s main microLED research and production hub. Meta is actively hiring engineers for this site, and several key microLED specialists and business personnel have moved from ams OSRAM to Meta. Though the information has yet to be confirmed, Meta has shown strong commitment to microLED...

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...

Varjo, the global leader in military-grade virtual (VR) and mixed reality (XR) solutions, today announced a EUR 44 million research and development initiative to accelerate the development of advanced, next-generation XR training systems for governments and industry partners worldwide. Business Finland has awarded EUR 12 million in funding to support the R&D program that will focus on advancing Varjo’s next-generation mixed reality platform for modern training applications. Varjo, already a trusted partner in over 100 defense and aviation programs worldwide...

JBD, a global leader in MicroLED microdisplays, announced the launch of its next-generation "Roadrunner" platform. Since achieving mass production in 2021, JBD's 4-μm pixel-pitch "Hummingbird" series has catalyzed rapid advancement across the MicroLED microdisplay sector with its exceptional brightness and ultra-low power consumption. The series has been deployed in nearly 50 AR smart-glasses models—including Rokid Glasses, Alibaba Quark Glasses, RayNeo X3 Pro, INMO GO2, MLVision M5, and LLVision Leion Hey2&mdash...