AR Smart Glasses

What are AR smart glasses?

First, we are talking about Augmented Reality (AR) Smart Glasses, which should be distinct from Virtual Reality headsets. With AR Smart Glasses, users can interact with both real-time and virtual elements at the same time. If you want to know more about what smart glasses are and who should use them, check out our in-depth blog post about the subject.

The glasses will superimpose computer-generated elements (such as images or video) in the user's field of view. This is usually done through a head-mounted display or camera that captures the "real-world" environment. Then a second display will overlay the virtual elements on the real-world scene to create an Augmented Reality experience.

When and why

When to use AR smart glasses

AR smart glasses are increasingly popular amongst enterprise companies where hands-free operations are crucial. Logistics, construction, manufacturing, field service, and med-tech industries regularly use AR smart glasses in their day-to-day operations.

If you want to use XMReality but need both hands-frees while doing so, smart glasses might be something to consider. XMReality's software is compatible with some of the leading Smart Glasses brands.

If you are still looking into how smart glasses can enhance your remote assistance experience, you can learn more in-depth in our blog post.

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Can smart glasses enhance your remote assistance experience?

Hands-free experience

Have both hands free to carry out work while your are being guided remotely.

Easy collaboration

Several people can join a call and participate in the work being carried out.

Follow line of sight

The camera on the glasses is always aligned with your own line of sight.

Voice control options

Voice control options make navigating the software and using guiding functions easy.

Brands supported on XMReality

Realwear

RealWear is the global leader in assisted reality head-mounted displays for frontline workers. XMReality is supporting several models of their AR Smart Glasses.

Vuzix

Vuzix is a leading supplier of smart glasses and augmented reality technology. XMReality supports three models of the Vuzix M-series; Vuzix M400, M4000, and Blade 2.

Hololens 2

Microsoft HoloLens 2 is an augmented reality headset developed and manufactured by Microsoft. It is the successor to the original Microsoft HoloLens.

Iristick

Iristick smart glasses support operators and technicians with remote assistance, pick-by-vision, and digital work instruction guidance. XMReality supports H1, and G2.

Pepperl + Fuchs

Pepperl + Fuchs's smart glasses Visor-Ex® 01 is a lightweight head unit specially designed for industrial applications with a new generation of mobile workers in mind. XMReality has supported the Visitor-Ex model since 2022 as a result of a collaboration with Pepperl + Fuchs.

Epson

Espons smart glasses are designed to provide users with a hands-free, augmented reality experience. XMReality supports the Moverio BT-45C model, glasses that are designed to meet the needs of various industries, including education, entertainment, healthcare, and industrial applications.