In just a couple of years, the market for virtual reality headgear absolutely exploded, surprising consumers with products that they never could have imagined. Leaders in the industry include innovations related to Google Glass and Oculus Rift, stimulating the expansion of hardware and software to create out-of-this-world experiences.
Most significantly, the video gaming industry has benefited from the advancement of augmented reality accessories that make cyber challenges come to life in 3D. Sensors facilitate eye tracking and bodily movements, enabling wearers to view a spectacular digital fantasy around them.
Day-to-day life too has been addressed with virtual reality headgear, visors, eyewear and headsets of all sorts. Users of hi-tech spectacles can see maps overlaid onto natural urban perspectives, and they can read messages and watch videos for some amazing multitasking.
59 Examples of Virtual Reality Headgear
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Super Sleek Wireless Headsets
The Telepathy One Enables Efficient Communication at a Distance
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Virtual Reality Horror Films
With Oculus Rift, You Can Watch a Horror Movie in First-Person
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X-Ray Vision Headgear
The C-Thru Smoke Diving Helmet Helps Firemen Navigate Burning Buildings
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Augmented Reality Eyewear
The ODG Smart Glasses Are Blowing Minds At CES 2015
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Virtual Reality iPads
AirVR is a Headset That Leverages iOS Retina Hardware
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Augmented Reality Lenses
Innovega iOptik Contacts Will Let You See Multiple Images
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Nature Walk Simulators
Merrell's Virtual Reality Experience Highlights the Beauty of Nature
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Virtual Reality Headsets
The Totem Headset Has Two On-Board Cameras and HDMI Compatibility
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Mini Headset Cinemas
The iPhone Theater by Mike Enayah Scales the Smartphone Screen to Movie Size
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Surreal Gaming Specs
The 'Oculus Rift' Headset Provides an Interactive Experience
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Mind-Blowing Melon Cases
The Sensic 'SmartGoggles' Debuted at CES 2012
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Virtual Designer Glasses
The Made for Glass Collection by DVF Dresses Up Google Glasses
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Virtual Reality Headsets
The Zeiss VR One Headset is Powered By Your Smartphone
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Augmented Reality Helmets
Caputer Labs Unveils an Iron Man-Like Headset at CES 2015
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Military Augmented Reality Headsets
Q-Warrior by BAE Systems Gives Soldiers Iron Man Vision
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Virtual Reality Shopping Aisles
Tesco Allows Users to Go Shopping in a Virtual Store
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AR Tourist Binoculars
Urban Sense is an Innovative and Info-Giving Companion for Sightseers
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Augmented Reality Visors
'Skylens' Gives Arline Pilots a High-Definition Heads-Up Display
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Futuristic Mixed Reality Headsets
The Canon Mixed Reality Set Allows User Manipulation of 3D Space
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Goggle Smartphone Cases
vrAse by Louise Bankhead Provides a Virtual Reality Experience
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Virtual Boat Sailing Glasses
The Afterguard HUD Lets Sailors React in Record Time
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Virtual Reality Controllers
The Magnum Motion Controller Doesn't Require a Screen
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Transparent VR Glasses
The Epson Moverio BT-100 Shades are Perfect for Multitaskers
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Starry Simulation Drives
Mitsubishi's Virtual Experience Takes Drivers to the Stars
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Virtual Reality Games for Pain Treatment
Army Burn Victims Report Less Pain While Playing
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Augmented Reality Army Glasses
The DARPA Hologram Goggles Make Calling in Air Strikes Easier
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Text Messaging Smart Glasses
The Augmented Reality-Enabled Six15 Glasses Debuted at CES 2015
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Telepathic Communication Devices
Telepathy Jumper's High-Tech Headgear is Unveiled at CES 2015
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Motion-Controlled VR Lightsabers
The Sixense STEM Allows People to Channel Their Inner Jedi
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Virtual Reality Gaming Headsets
The Sony Project Morpheus Brings a New Medium to Console Gaming
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Innovative Hologram Glasses
HoloLens Lets You Interact with the Virtual World in Physical Space
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Augmented Reality Holograms
Microsoft's Windows Holographic Brings New Dimension to Virtual Worlds
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Psychedelic VR Experiences
Leap Motion's Collider Moves You Through a Tunnel of Colors & Music
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Immersive Abstract Installations
Gareth Pugh Transforms Menswear into a Virtual Reality Experience
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Virtual Reality Movie Trailers
Google Glass Preview Will Let Users See Trailers Wherever They Are
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Search Engine Shades (UPDATED)
The Updated Google Glass Includes a Single Earbud
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Virtual Guillotine Simulators
New Videogame from Oculus Rift Will Make You Lose Your Head
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People-Powered Motion Simulator
This 3D Motion Simulator is Controlled by Human 'Actuators'
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Virtual Car Chase Games
Nissan's Chase the Thrill Immerses You in an AR Car Chase on Foot
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Danger-Averting Glasses
These Sci-Fi Glasses Block Out Things That Scare You
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Virtual Reality Internet Browsers
The FireBox Lets Users Immerse Themselves in the Online World
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Video Game-Specialized Treadmills
This Virtual Reality Treadmill Should Be Part of Any Game Room
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Blind-Assisting Glasses
These Glasses Help Visually Impaired People Navigate Their Environment
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Immersive Virtual Reality Cars
Ford's Immersive Vehicle Environment Generates a 3D Car
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Augmented Reality Glasses
Meta 1 Overlays the Natural World with Virtual Information
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Virtual Ride Simulators
Kingfisher's Roller Coaster Simulator Took Fans on a Virtual Ride
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Augmented Reality Hats
Hattrickwear Offers an Alternative to Google Glass
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Virtual Reality Tablet Tech
The Samsung Gear VR is Powered by Oculus Technology
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Assembly Line Simulators
Chrysler's Virtual Reality Experience Shows How Its Cars Are Made
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Transformer-Inspired Reality Simulators
The Oculus Rift & Ford Partnership Experiment is 3-D
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Inexpensive Computational Headsets
The Samsung Gear VR Innovator Edition is Ready for Action
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Own Your Own 3D Visor
Headplay Personal Cinema System
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Misleading Virtual Reality
The Body Transfer Illusion Places People in a Realistic Virtual World
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Virtually Conquer Your Fears
Play Away Your Phobia
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Virtual Reality Helmets
The Oculus Rift is a Fully Immersive Virtual Reality Headset
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Inexpensive Augmented Reality Headsets
The Smart Cap Can Be Built Using Easily Available Parts
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Intuitive Tech Glasses
The Atheer One AR Glasses Serve as a Companion to Android Phones
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Video-Capturing Eyewear
The Pivothead Colfax Glasses Can Capture a Variety of Video
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3D Assisted Virtual Games
Blaha’s Diplopia Helps People with 2D Vision See in 3D
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High-Fashion Smart Glasses
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Limited Gaming Eyewear
Viture × Cyberpunk 2077 XR Glasses Appear as a Limited Anniversary Release
Cinema-Scale AR Smart Glasses
The Xynavo Lightweight AR Glasses Offer a 70-Degree Field of View
Ai-Supported Smart Glasses
HTC Vive Eagle Glasses Introduce AI Translation and Contextual Vision
Real-Time Performance-Tracking Eyewear Designs
CYBERSIGHT Revolutionizes Smart Eyewear for Sports
Gamified AR Footwear Fittings
Tootsie Augmented Reality Makes Shoe Shopping More Fun for Kids
Ultra-Lightweight AI-Powered AR Glasses
MLVision Debuted Its MLVision M5 at CES 2025
Personal Computer-Based VR Headsets
Pimax Debuts Three New Models at CES 2026
Augmented Reality Motorcyclist Helmets
The Shoei EyeLights GT-Air 3 Smart Has a nano-OLED Display
Personal AI Wearables
WhereAble AI is a CES 2025 Innovation Awards Honoree
AI-Enhanced Eye Patches
The Hyper Rejuvenating Eye Patch Supports Personalized Periocular Care
Performance AI Glasses Designs
Oakley Introduces New Colourways for Its Smart Eyewear
Spacefaring VR Adventure Games
'Star Wars: Beyond Victory' is Coming Soon to VR Headsets
Wearable Assistive Technologies
The XanderGlasses Connect Offer Real-Time Captioning
Minimalist AI Glasses Series
Infinix Debuts Its AI Glasses Series at CES 2026
All-In-One AR Glasses
INMO Technology Introduces the High-Performance INMO Air 3
VR Creation Platforms
Chop Reality Lets Users Create and Share Personalized VR Worlds Easily
Wearable Non-Verbal Assistive Systems
HapWare's Wearable Assistive System is Called ALEYE
Coordinated Smart Wearable Ecosystems
MOVA Debuts the Smart Ring H1 and Smart Glasses S1
Gemini Smart Glasses
Google Debuts AI Glasses With Audio And In Lens Displays
Mixed-Reality Makeup Studios
Kosé Corporation Debuted a Beauty-Tech Innovation at CES 2025
AI-Powered Smart Glasses
Kering Eyewear X Google Unveil a Partnership to Develop Wearable Tech
Collaborative Smart Glasses
Essilorluxottica and Meta Debut Second-Generation Collection
AI-Powered Cyclist Safety Systems
The LIVALL AI Visual Smart Helmet Debuted at CES 2026
High-Profile Live Performance Marketing
Rokid Delighted Folks with a High-Profile Marketing Event
Durable Smart Safety Glasses
Innovative Eyewear Debuts Lucyd Armor Vantage Smart Safety Glasses
Wearable Tech Collaboratie Eyewear
Oakley Joins Meta to Launch the Oakley Meta HSTN
Advanced AI-Integrated Eyewear
MemoMind Smart Glasses Show Off Two Models at CES 2026
Apparel-Branded Smart Eyewear
Innovative Eyewear Partnered with Reebok on Pair of Smart Glasses
Human-Focused Wearables
Even Realities Introduces the G2 Smart Glasses and R1 Smart Ring
AI-Powered AR Translation Glasses
LLVision Will Debut Leion Hey2 at CES 2026
Moon Scanner AR Lenses
Xbox and Snapchat Launched a First-of-Its-Kind Augmented Reality Lens
Multifunctional Mixed Reality Glasses
VITURE Launched the Luma and Beast XR Glasses
Human-Centered AI Wearables
Even Realities Debuted New Smart Glasses and a Smart Ring
AR-Enabled Ski Rescue Helmets
The Conceptual Argus AR Helmet is Controlled by the Wearer's Eyes
Tech-Driven Beauty Mirrors
SWAN Beauty Mirror Incorporates AI and AR Functionalities
AI-Ready Voice Headsets
Jabra Launches a Headset Designed for Voice-Driven Workflows
Swappable Battery Smartglasses
Alibaba Crafted the 'Quark AI' Smartglasses with Two SKUs
AI Assistant Smart Glasses
TECNO AI Glasses are Powered by TECNO AI
Ultra-Bright AR Display Eyewear
The TOZO VIZO V1 AR Glasses are Adjustable
Virtual Footwear Try-Ons
Google's AI-Powered Try-On Tech Helps with Online Shoe Shopping
Prescription-Compatible AI Glasses
Ray-Ban and Meta Expand AI Glasses for Everyday Wear
Ai Smartglasses Concepts
Lenovo AI Glasses Concept Has Hands Free Wearable Interface at CES 2026
Mixed-Reality Fitness Applications
Kinneta Showcased a Variety of VR Fitness Apps at AWE 2025
Featherlight Smart Glasses
Brilliant Labs Halo Glasses Have Bone Conduction Technology and More
Delivery Personnel Smart Glasses
Amazon is Developing Smart Delivery Glasses for Associates
Mixed Reality Headsets
The vivo Vision Discovery Edition is Cutting Edge and Immersive
Demure Display-Equipped Eyewear
The Meta Ray-Ban Display Sunglasses Have a Hi-Res Color Display
Interactive AR Storefronts
Spotselfie AR Meta Stores Tie Real-World Places to Virtual Storefronts
Collaborative Gaming Display Glasses
ASUS and Xreal Created the ASUS ROG Xreal R1
Mixed Reality Headset Prototypes
Play for Dream Technology Presents Its Play for Dream MR Headset
Compact AR Glasses
Spectacles Gen 5 Offers Shared AR Experiences with Snap OS Integration
Camera-Free Smart Eyewear
Reebok Optical Smart Glasses Remove Cameras While Adding Audio and AI
Elevated Smart Glasses
Meta’s Ray-Ban Smart Glasses Have Built-In Display of Real-Time Translation
Ai Hologram Companions
AnimaView Turns a Single Photo into an Interactive Ai Hologram
Brain-Interfacing Gaming Headsets
HyperX and Neurable are Creating a Neurotechnology Headset
Collaborative AI-Powered Sunglasses
The Oakley Meta Performance AI Glasses Has a 3K Video Camera
Expanded AR Field-Of-View Smartglasses
Lumus FOV Achieves a Wider Field of View at CES 2026
AI-Powered 3D Avatars
AVATAi's Platform Creates Customizable Digital Brand Ambassadors
International Smart Glasses Upgrades
Rokid Announces a Major Software Update for Its Product
AI-Powered Sports Headbands
The Nuromova N1 Offers Ample Insight into Performance
AR Cinema Glasses
Xreal 1s Glasses Expand the One Series Ar Ecosystem with 1200p Optics
Mixed Reality Business Acquisitions
Google is Acquiring a Large Part of HTC's Vive XR Team
AI-Powered Tutoring Glasses
MentorLens Provides Educational Assistance by Seeing and Listening
Vision-Activated Smart Glasses
KITS' Pangolin Gen-3 Has Integrated Micro-Cameras & an AI Assistant
AI Learning Glasses
Namibox Debuts NAMI INSIGHT One at CES 2026
Neurotechnology Gaming Headsets
Neurable x HyperX Headset Interprets Brain Signals for Gameplay
Camera-Integrated Wireless Earbuds
Vuebuds Let Users Ask About Their Surroundings in Real Time
AI-Packed Smart Glasses
The RayNeo X3 Pro AR Glasses Offer Immersive Viewing Experiences
Wearable Eye Trackers
The Tobii Glasses X Helps Businesses Optimize Employee Training
Virtual Clothing Try-Ons
Virtual Try-On for Online Shopping Let's You See Clothes on You Instantly
Scan-to-VR Technologies
Teleport by Varjo Creates Digital Twins for Real-World Locations
Retina-Level VR Headsets
Pimax's Crystal Super Debuted at CES as an Industry-First
Wearable Technology Partnerships
Rokid and Mudra Announced a Partnership at CES 2026
Branded Holographic Spectacles
Infinix Introduces the NOTE Edge with the Ten-Dimensional Reveal
Abstract Computing Headset Covers
The Dbrand Aperture Vision Pro Face Cover is Protectively Artsy
Glasses-Free 3D Laptops
DIGIERA's HoloMax is a Ground-Breaking Innovation in Display Technology
GenAI Fashion Try-Ons
Perfect Corp. Fashion APIs Help Shoppers Visualize Scarves, Hats & More
AI Glasses-Inspired Accessibility Funds
Meta Launched the AI Glasses Impact Grants
Transparent 4K Computer Monitors
The Visual Instruments Phantom is Positioned as a World-First
AI-Enhanced Eyewear Collections
Von Miller Partners with GlassesUSA.com for Tech-Forward Frames
Motion-Tracking Ring Designs
Sensoryx's Suite of Technological Tools are Cutting-Edge
Graphics AR Smart Glasses
Rayneo AR Glasses Feature Batman Content on 3D-Ready Lenses
Wearable Tech Interfaces
The Meta Smart Wristband Introduces Gesture-Based Control
HDR10-Enabled AR Eyewear
The RayNeo Air 4 Pro Ha a Custom Vision 4000 Processor
AR-Integrated Smart Helmets
The Shoei GT‑Air 3 Smart Helmet introduces a n AR display for riders
AR Driving Assistance Glasses
Sherpa’s AR Glasses are Made to Decode Road Signs for Drivers
Consumer Holographic Photo Frames
Looking Glass Musubi Frame Launches on Kickstarter
Wearable Brain-Computer Interfaces
Sabi develops a beanie that converts thoughts into text
AR Translation Glasses
Leion HEY2 are AR Glasses Focused on Real-Time Language Translation
Disruptive Headphone Technologies
Linkage Global Collaborates on Two Headphone Models
Visual Eyewear Visor Concepts
Mauli Rai Designs the Vision Aid Smart Visor Concept
Retro Goggle-Style Gamer Accessories
The Nintendo Classics Virtual Boy Revives a 90s Console
AI Companion Holograms
Project AVA Introduces a 3d Holographic AI Companion System
Comfort-Driven Spatial Computing Headsets
The Apple Vision Pro with M5 Has the New Dual Knit Band
Bluetooth-Scanning Privacy Apps
Nearby Glasses by Yves Jeanrenaud Alerts Users of Smart Glasses
Retail Smart Audio Glasses
Walmart Sells Vue Audio Glasses Across the U.S.
Comprehensive XR Lineups
Goertek Spotlights Its Extended Reality Range at CES 2026
AI-Enhanced Virtual Reality Therapies
PsyTechVR Offers Clinicians & Patients Sophisticated Tools
Sports-Focused Smart Classes
Innovative Eyewear Debuts the Reebok Powered by Lucyd Smart Eyewear
Eye-Controlled Rescue Helmet
The Argus AR Ski Helmet Lets Rescuers Control Tech by Eye
AI-Integrated Eyewear Partnerships
Google is Joining Gentle Monster to Make Smart Glasses
Hybrid AI Gaming Headsets
Razer's Project Motoko Aims to Leverage AI to Boost Performance
AR Astronomy Tools
Space Gate Delivers An Immersive AR Astronomy Experience
AR-Powered Library Experiences
Snap and LePub Partner with National Library Board of Singapore
Virtual Fitting Mirror Systems
Ovme Smart Mirror System Lets You See, Feel, and Fit Outfits
AI-Powered Smart Eyewear
Oakley and Meta Join on the Oakley Meta HSTN Smart Eyewear
Virtual Try-On Tools
Clothing Virtual Try On Shows Realistic Outfits For Online & Retail Shopping
AI Smart Sports Glasses
Simon Lin Designs the New AI Sports Glasses for BleeqUp
Smart Mirror Platforms
loook.ai Helps Brands and Retailers Transform Retail with AR Mirrors
Sleek Smart AI Glasses
Alibaba Showcases Its First AI-Powered Glasses Named After its Assistant
AI-Powered Gaming Ecosystems
Razer Unveiled its New 'Wyvrn' Ecosystem to Enhance Gaming
Intelligent Athletic Eyewear Styles
The Oakley Meta Vanguard Records Videos in 3K Resolution
Wearable Olfactory VR Modules
Institute of Science Tokyo Introduced Scent Headset Prototype
Adjustable Smart Glasses
Samsung’s New Hinge Patent Aims to Improve All-Day Wearability
AR Virtual Space Hangouts
Meta Hyperscape Capture Now Supports Communal Hangouts Anywhere
3D Holographic Game Experiences
VividQ Launched a New Modern Warfare 2 3D Experience
Tech-Enabled Smart Glasses
Snapchat Announces the Upcoming Arrival of its New 'Specs' Glasses
Extended Reality Headset Updates
Samsung Offers a Key Software Update for the Galaxy XR
AR Motorcycle Helmets
Aegis Rider Strives to Enhance Safety for Motorists
Smart Safety Glasses
Innovative Eyewear's Lucyd Armor Eyewear is ChatGPT-Enabled
AI-Powered AR Eyewear
Snap and Qualcomm Develop Intelligent Glasses with On-Device AI
Advanced Research Glasses
Aria Gen 2 Enables AI-Driven Insights and AR Research Applications
Smart Focus Glasses
Phantom Journey Are Smart Glasses that Enhance Focus and Well-Being
AI-Powered Oculomotor Headsets
neuroClues Launches a CE-Marked Eye-Tracking Device
Augmented Reality Headphones Systems
Brandenburg Labs Demonstrates Its Okeanos Pro System
AI Voice Assistant Eyewear
The HTC VIVE Eagle Glasses Have a 12MP Ultrawide Camera
Interactive AI Headsets
The Samsung Galaxy XR Runs the Android XR Platform
AR-Enhanced Learning Tools
TutAR Empowers Education with AR-Enabled 3D Teaching Aids for K12
Semantic Hearing Headphones
Hearvana AI Develops Sound Bubble Headphones For Targeted Listening
Handheld 3D Gaming Consoles
The abxylute 3D One Doesn't Requires Glasses for 3D Visuals
Spatial Bubble Games
Bubbles Everywhere Offers Immersive Bubble Popping on Apple Vision Pro
Real-Time Skin Visualization Features
Revieve LiveAR Offers Real-Time Skin Visualization
AI-Powered AR Smart Glasses
Snap Specs AR Glasses Add Spatial AI And Gaming
Celebrity-Supported Smart Glasses Campaigns
Ray-Ban and Meta Tap Doja Cat and Teyana Taylor
Affordable Vision Care Solutions
These New Walmart Vision Products are Arriving In-Store
Portable XR Screens
RayNeo Air 3s Pro — Affordable 201‑Inch Virtual Display
Superhuman Sight AR Glasses
UTRACK AR Glasses Has Integrated AI for Extraordinary Visual Insight
Retro Night Vision Goggles
The Great Jurassic Park Goggles Return with a Nostalgic Twist