# Wearable AR Productivity Glasses The Qualcomm Snapdragon XR1 AR Smart Viewer is Advanced By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-02-26 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qualcomm-snapdragon-xr1-ar-smart-viewer References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/qualcomm-xr1-ar-smart-viewer-reference-design-unveiled-25-02-2021/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+geeky-gadgets+%28Geeky+Gadgets%29) & [qualcomm](https://www.qualcomm.com/news/releases/2021/02/23/qualcomm-advances-ar-industry-qualcomm-snapdragon-xr1-ar-smart-viewer?mkt_tok=Mzg1LVRXUy04MDMAAAF7biqBWXD3kSi_93PWVkDGIVsH7gxtylXNYsc6xHi1lfENPZgSAXjhQLhj4Bxcj1qRiSV9Yd59Q_3m0T9TePuSaBKtWzEdOBtZ23klQ9qgKqD9Jw) The Qualcomm Snapdragon XR1 AR Smart Viewer has been unveiled by the brand as a new reference design that gives users a glimpse of what we could see coming to the market sooner than later to enhance digital workflow. The headset is focused on providing a full range of functions, which will support the workflow of a digital professional working either in-office or remotely. The unit even works with both computers and smartphones, which will allow for enhanced workflow from virtually anywhere. Vice President and General Manager of XR, [Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xr-platform-smart-viewer) Hugo Swart spoke on the new Qualcomm Snapdragon XR1 AR Smart Viewer saying, "The Snapdragon XR1 AR smart viewer marks a new chapter for our reference design portfolio and a big step in the evolution of AR viewers. AR simple viewers showcased viewers as an accessory to a smartphone. Now, AR smart viewers allow us to move some processing to the glass, to expand the possibilities of use cases, applications and immersion – this reference design is the first step in our roadmap to help scale the AR industry.” ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **AR Smart Viewers:** The trend to move processing to the glasses expands use cases and creates new opportunities for AR applications. - **Wearable Productivity Glasses:** The trend towards wearable tech for enhancing workflow in both in-office and remote work contexts. - **Qualcomm Snapdragon XR1:** The trend towards developing advanced AR technology for use with multiple devices and platforms. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Technology:** The Qualcomm Snapdragon XR1 AR Smart Viewer is a potential disruptive innovation in multiple industries, such as manufacturing, healthcare, and education. - **Enterprise:** The enterprise industry has an opportunity to leverage the productivity-enhancing features of this tool as it enables digital professionals to work remotely, maximizing efficiency. - **Augmented Reality:** This headset technology represents a new chapter in AR that could help to drive innovation and growth in the industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wireless AR Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xr-platform-smart-viewer.md) - [Advanced AR Eyewear Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qualcomm-snapdragon-ar2.md) - [Gaming-Ready AR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qualcomm-snapdragon-ar2-platform.md) - [Wireless High-Resolution Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-3.md) - [Developer-Targeted AR Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xreal-light.md) - [AI-Packed Smart Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rayneo-x3-pro.md) - [Productivity-Focused Smart Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asus-airvision-m1.md) - [Interactive AI Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-xr.md) - [Immersive Multimodal AI Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/android-xr.md)