CES 2015 is proving that smart glasses aren't merely the realm of huge international companies like Google, with smaller start-ups also looking for a piece of the piece; the ODG smart glasses are a great example of this.
Developed by Osterhout Design Group (ODG), these augmented reality glasses are designed for military and industrial use. In fact, San Francisco-based ODG says the glasses are already in active use but won't reveal who's using them, stating only that they're working on a consumer version.
These glasses offer two displays -- one for each eye -- and covers a greater proportion of your sight lines compared to Google Glass. Indeed the company says the product is a blend of Google Glass and the Oculus Rift -- more immersive than Google Glass, but so immersive as to make you lose your sense of reality.
What's Driving This Trend
- Augmented Reality Eyewear
- The trend of augmented reality eyewear is expanding beyond giant companies like Google, with smaller start-ups seeking opportunities in this space.
- Military and Industrial Use
- The trend of developing augmented reality glasses for military and industrial use is gaining traction, creating disruptive innovation opportunities in these sectors.
- Immersive Experience
- The trend of creating more immersive augmented reality glasses, combining features from Google Glass and Oculus Rift, opens up opportunities for creating truly immersive experiences.
Who This Affects Most
- Technology
- The technology industry can capitalize on the trend of augmented reality eyewear by developing innovative applications and software.
- Defense
- The defense industry can explore the potential of augmented reality glasses for military use, enhancing situational awareness and training.
- Manufacturing
- The manufacturing industry can leverage augmented reality glasses for industrial use, improving efficiency and safety in various processes.
