CES 2025 highlighted remarkable innovations in the world of smart glasses, marking a new chapter for wearable technology. Manufacturers introduced models ranging from solutions for everyday lifestyle to devices designed for professional applications, aiming to integrate the digital world into our lives more naturally. In this article, we provide an overview of the most interesting new products, analyzing the technical features and innovative aspects that distinguish each model.
Vuzix: Ultralite Pro and Ultralite Audio
Following the success of the Z100, Vuzix introduced several innovations, including the Ultralite Pro OEM and Ultralite Audio OEM platforms, developed in collaboration with Quanta Computer. The Ultralite Pro, powered by Qualcomm Technologies Inc.’s Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 platform, combines color LCoS projectors with ultra-thin binocular waveguide optics, delivering a vivid three-dimensional AR experience. It includes voice commands, an integrated camera, and a microphone array for intuitive AI interaction. The Ultralite Audio, on the other hand, integrates speakers and noise-canceling microphones, offering AI-powered features such as voice assistants and real-time language translation.
Main features (Ultralite Pro):
- Color LCoS display with binocular waveguide optics
- Powered by the Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 chipset
- Voice commands, integrated camera, and noise-canceling microphones
Main features (Ultralite Audio):
- Integration of speakers and microphones for voice assistance
- AI features for real-time translations and call management
Innovative aspects:
The ability to offer tailored solutions for different needs—one for immersive experiences and one for audio assistance—demonstrates Vuzix’s commitment to providing versatile and high-performing technologies for both work and everyday life.
XREAL One Pro among the most anticipated smart glasses of 2025
At CES 2025, Xreal unveiled the new XREAL One Pro, a high-end smart glasses dedicated to augmented reality. The device stands out for its modern design and high technical performance: a 120 Hz display, 3-millisecond latency, and Full HD 1080p lenses with a 57-degree field of view ensure a smooth and immersive visual experience. Particularly noteworthy is the optical system with flat prism lenses, which enhances sharpness and reduces eye strain, making the One Pro suitable for various applications, from multimedia consumption to professional solutions.
Main features:
- 120 Hz refresh rate
- Latency of just 3 milliseconds
- Full HD 1080p resolution per lens, with a 57-degree field of view
Innovative aspects:
The choice to use flat prism lenses instead of traditional “bird bath” designs ensures a sharp and comfortable vision, promoting a more natural interaction with the digital world.
Below is a presentation video of the XREAL One series.
Halliday Glasses
At CES 2025, the Halliday Glasses were introduced, smart glasses that combine traditional design with digital functionalities. The model features a 3.5-inch DigiWindow display, an innovative technology that projects a virtual 3.5-inch image in the upper right corner of the user’s field of view. The projection is directed onto the retina, ensuring clear and stable visibility even in strong ambient lighting. The display is visible only to the user, ensuring the privacy of the displayed information. Additionally, it allows for projection adjustment based on visual needs without requiring prescription lenses. This solution enables smart functionality while maintaining an elegant and discreet design similar to regular glasses.
Main features:
- 3.5-inch DigiWindow display positioned in the upper right corner
- Compatibility with prescription lenses
Innovative aspects:
This solution allows users to view digital information discreetly while maintaining the comfort and style of conventional glasses.
Ray-Ban Meta and Nuance Audio: EssilorLuxottica leading the smart glasses market in 2025
Born from the collaboration between EssilorLuxottica and Meta, Ray-Ban Meta blends Ray-Ban’s iconic design with advanced smart functionalities. Designed for those who wish to integrate technology and lifestyle, this model serves as a bridge between the digital world and everyday life. Since its launch in 2023, over two million units have been sold, and with the integration of Meta AI’s artificial intelligence features and the potential inclusion of a display in 2025, Ray-Ban Meta could become a benchmark for smart glasses in both consumer and professional markets.
At CES 2025, EssilorLuxottica also showcased Nuance Audio smart glasses, which combine an elegant design with advanced hearing assistance functionalities. Equipped with open-ear technology, the device delivers clear and balanced audio, allowing users to remain aware of their surroundings. This refined solution presents itself as an alternative to traditional hearing aids.
EssilorLuxottica’s expertise has enabled the integration of sound processing systems and noise-canceling technologies, ensuring high performance even in particularly noisy environments. Nuance Audio is thus a versatile tool, suitable for both everyday use and professional contexts, highlighting how the evolution of smart glasses can address new sensory needs.
Main features:
- Elegant and discreet design
- Technologies for hearing assistance
- Advanced sound management functionalities
Innovative aspects:
The open-ear approach allows users to maintain a natural connection with their surroundings, providing an enhanced and seamlessly integrated auditory experience.
Rokid Glasses
At CES 2025, Rokid introduced two innovative smart glasses models: Rokid Glasses and AR Spatial.
Rokid Glasses: These smart glasses feature an elegant and minimalist design, with an integrated heads-up display that projects information directly onto the lenses. Interaction methods include voice commands, an integrated touchpad, and gesture recognition, facilitating intuitive use. Additionally, the built-in AI assistant provides real-time contextual suggestions, while its ability to recognize objects in the surrounding environment expands applications for both daily and professional use.
AR Spatial: This model is designed to deliver an immersive experience with a virtual display equivalent to 300 inches, made possible by Sony’s micro-OLED technology. Technical specifications include a 100,000:1 contrast ratio, 600-nit brightness, and a refresh rate of up to 120 Hz. The AR Spatial supports a three-screen configuration for advanced multitasking and is compatible with various devices, including computers, Nintendo Switch, and Steam Deck. Its compact and lightweight design, similar to regular sunglasses, makes it practical for everyday use.
Both models represent a significant step forward in integrating augmented reality into daily life, combining advanced functionalities with a user-friendly design.
Captify by Solaire Inc.
Captify, introduced at CES 2025 by Solaire Inc., aims to enhance accessibility and communication. The system utilizes waveguide technology to transcribe conversations in real time, displaying subtitles directly on the lenses. In addition to transcription, Captify offers language translation features, making the device particularly useful in noisy environments or for users with specific hearing needs.
Main features:
- Waveguide technology for real-time transcription
- Subtitle display directly on the lenses
- Language translation functions
Innovative aspects:
The ability to provide real-time textual information makes Captify a valuable tool for improving communication, especially for those with hearing impairments or requiring immediate language support.
CES 2025 confirmed that the smart glasses and augmented reality sector is undergoing a phase of rapid innovation, with each manufacturer offering models that cater to different needs, from everyday lifestyle to professional applications. Every device showcased at CES brings unique features and innovative solutions, highlighting a growing trend that sees the convergence of design, technology, and practical functionalities.
We will continue to monitor the evolution of these technologies, refining our AR software for an increasing number of smart glasses. For more details and technical specifications on the devices we support, you can contact us and schedule a demo to discover how to optimize your daily work activities.
