Terminology & Analysis
Technical Foundations of Augmented Reality
The "Engine Room" of smart glasses. The choice of display dictates form factor, battery life, and use case.
01. 1. The "Private Cinema" Engines (Visual-First)
Display Architecture
Browse CollectionMicroOLED + Birdbath Optics
MicroOLED + Birdbath
Pros:
- • Stunning image quality (1080p-4K), rich blacks, wide FOV (45°+).
Cons:
- • Bulky front element, blocks real-world vision (shades required).
02. 2. The "Ambient" Engines (Information-First)
Optical Waveguide
Browse CollectionMicroLED + Waveguide
MicroLED + Waveguide
Pros:
- • Invisible tech, transparent, high brightness (outdoor readable).
Cons:
- • Expensive, diffractive "rainbow" artifacts, limited green/monochrome (often).
Glossary of Innovation
Key Terms Defined
Birdbath Optics
Optical Waveguide
Electrochromic Dimming
PPD (Pixels Per Degree)
The measurement of visual density. 50+ PPD is considered 'Retina' quality.
240Hz High Refresh
HDR10 & Micro-OLED 240Hz