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2 days ago
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KiWear Unveils Smart Ring Input Solution for AI Glasses in Collaboration with Qualcomm at AWE USA 2025
Collaboration addresses interactive solutions for smart glasses as global smart glasses shipments surge 210%i year-over-year LONG BEACH, Calif., June 10, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--KiWear, Inc. today announced a reference design for a smart ring input solution for use with smart glasses and AI glasses during Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.'s opening keynote presentation at AWE USA 2025. The collaboration aims to help OEMs develop interactive solutions for AI smart glass partners. Industry analysts expect 60% year-over-year growth in 2025 and a sustained CAGR of over 60% through 2029. "Qualcomm Technologies is fueling the AI glasses industry with our Snapdragon® XR Platforms. KiWear's smart ring, featuring algorithms co-developed with Qualcomm Technologies, makes an ideal input device for smart glasses and AI glasses," said Ziad Asghar, SVP & GM of XR at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. "This new reference design represents a step forward in helping OEMs to deliver solutions that enable intuitive and discreet gesture based interaction for the growing category of AI smart glasses. "We are thrilled to build next generation input solutions for both AI and XR together with industry leaders such as Qualcomm," said Chris Shi, Founder and CEO of KiWear, Inc. Leading HCI Innovation KiWear, recognized as a leader in HCI innovations, has developed cutting-edge smart ring technology that enables seamless hand-centric interactions with smart glasses and AI glasses. The company's solutions address fundamental input challenges that have limited widespread smart glasses adoption. Founded in April 2025, KiWear is a Delaware-based company delivering comprehensive HCI solutions for multi-DoF controllers, smart rings, and wearables. The company brings together prominent computer vision scientists, AI/XR integration experts, and hardware/software innovators, with expertise spanning conceptualization to mass production. KiWear has forged collaborations and delivers exclusive solutions to six of the global top 10 consumer electronics leaders. With R&D hubs in Shanghai and Beijing beyond its U.S. headquarters, the company partners with premier technology conglomerates to enable natural HCI solutions for next-generation XR and AI products. Live Demonstrations Conference attendees can experience KiWear's smart ring and watch technologies at the Qualcomm Technologies' booth (Booth 209) during AWE USA, showcasing seamless integration with smart glasses platforms. Snapdragon is a trademark or registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated. Snapdragon branded products are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. __________________________ i Source: View source version on Contacts Media Contact:Sally GaoKiWear +86-13918187350
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
KiWear Unveils Smart Ring Input Solution for AI Glasses in Collaboration with Qualcomm at AWE USA 2025
Collaboration addresses interactive solutions for smart glasses as global smart glasses shipments surge 210%i year-over-year LONG BEACH, Calif., June 10, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--KiWear, Inc. today announced a reference design for a smart ring input solution for use with smart glasses and AI glasses during Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.'s opening keynote presentation at AWE USA 2025. The collaboration aims to help OEMs develop interactive solutions for AI smart glass partners. Industry analysts expect 60% year-over-year growth in 2025 and a sustained CAGR of over 60% through 2029. "Qualcomm Technologies is fueling the AI glasses industry with our Snapdragon® XR Platforms. KiWear's smart ring, featuring algorithms co-developed with Qualcomm Technologies, makes an ideal input device for smart glasses and AI glasses," said Ziad Asghar, SVP & GM of XR at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. "This new reference design represents a step forward in helping OEMs to deliver solutions that enable intuitive and discreet gesture based interaction for the growing category of AI smart glasses. "We are thrilled to build next generation input solutions for both AI and XR together with industry leaders such as Qualcomm," said Chris Shi, Founder and CEO of KiWear, Inc. Leading HCI Innovation KiWear, recognized as a leader in HCI innovations, has developed cutting-edge smart ring technology that enables seamless hand-centric interactions with smart glasses and AI glasses. The company's solutions address fundamental input challenges that have limited widespread smart glasses adoption. Founded in April 2025, KiWear is a Delaware-based company delivering comprehensive HCI solutions for multi-DoF controllers, smart rings, and wearables. The company brings together prominent computer vision scientists, AI/XR integration experts, and hardware/software innovators, with expertise spanning conceptualization to mass production. KiWear has forged collaborations and delivers exclusive solutions to six of the global top 10 consumer electronics leaders. With R&D hubs in Shanghai and Beijing beyond its U.S. headquarters, the company partners with premier technology conglomerates to enable natural HCI solutions for next-generation XR and AI products. Live Demonstrations Conference attendees can experience KiWear's smart ring and watch technologies at the Qualcomm Technologies' booth (Booth 209) during AWE USA, showcasing seamless integration with smart glasses platforms. Snapdragon is a trademark or registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated. Snapdragon branded products are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. __________________________ i Source: View source version on Contacts Media Contact:Sally GaoKiWear +86-13918187350
Yahoo
2 days ago
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KiWear Unveils Smart Ring Input Solution for AI Glasses in Collaboration with Qualcomm at AWE USA 2025
Collaboration addresses interactive solutions for smart glasses as global smart glasses shipments surge 210%i year-over-year LONG BEACH, Calif., June 10, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--KiWear, Inc. today announced a reference design for a smart ring input solution for use with smart glasses and AI glasses during Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.'s opening keynote presentation at AWE USA 2025. The collaboration aims to help OEMs develop interactive solutions for AI smart glass partners. Industry analysts expect 60% year-over-year growth in 2025 and a sustained CAGR of over 60% through 2029. "Qualcomm Technologies is fueling the AI glasses industry with our Snapdragon® XR Platforms. KiWear's smart ring, featuring algorithms co-developed with Qualcomm Technologies, makes an ideal input device for smart glasses and AI glasses," said Ziad Asghar, SVP & GM of XR at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. "This new reference design represents a step forward in helping OEMs to deliver solutions that enable intuitive and discreet gesture based interaction for the growing category of AI smart glasses. "We are thrilled to build next generation input solutions for both AI and XR together with industry leaders such as Qualcomm," said Chris Shi, Founder and CEO of KiWear, Inc. Leading HCI Innovation KiWear, recognized as a leader in HCI innovations, has developed cutting-edge smart ring technology that enables seamless hand-centric interactions with smart glasses and AI glasses. The company's solutions address fundamental input challenges that have limited widespread smart glasses adoption. Founded in April 2025, KiWear is a Delaware-based company delivering comprehensive HCI solutions for multi-DoF controllers, smart rings, and wearables. The company brings together prominent computer vision scientists, AI/XR integration experts, and hardware/software innovators, with expertise spanning conceptualization to mass production. KiWear has forged collaborations and delivers exclusive solutions to six of the global top 10 consumer electronics leaders. With R&D hubs in Shanghai and Beijing beyond its U.S. headquarters, the company partners with premier technology conglomerates to enable natural HCI solutions for next-generation XR and AI products. Live Demonstrations Conference attendees can experience KiWear's smart ring and watch technologies at the Qualcomm Technologies' booth (Booth 209) during AWE USA, showcasing seamless integration with smart glasses platforms. Snapdragon is a trademark or registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated. Snapdragon branded products are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. __________________________ i Source: View source version on Contacts Media Contact:Sally GaoKiWear +86-13918187350 Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
2 days ago
- Business
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KiWear Unveils Smart Ring Input Solution for AI Glasses in Collaboration with Qualcomm at AWE USA 2025
LONG BEACH, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--KiWear, Inc. today announced a reference design for a smart ring input solution for use with smart glasses and AI glasses during Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.'s opening keynote presentation at AWE USA 2025. The collaboration aims to help OEMs develop interactive solutions for AI smart glass partners. Industry analysts expect 60% year-over-year growth in 2025 and a sustained CAGR of over 60% through 2029. 'Qualcomm Technologies is fueling the AI glasses industry with our Snapdragon® XR Platforms. KiWear's smart ring, featuring algorithms co-developed with Qualcomm Technologies, makes an ideal input device for smart glasses and AI glasses,' said Ziad Asghar, SVP & GM of XR at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. 'This new reference design represents a step forward in helping OEMs to deliver solutions that enable intuitive and discreet gesture based interaction for the growing category of AI smart glasses. 'We are thrilled to build next generation input solutions for both AI and XR together with industry leaders such as Qualcomm,' said Chris Shi, Founder and CEO of KiWear, Inc. Leading HCI Innovation KiWear, recognized as a leader in HCI innovations, has developed cutting-edge smart ring technology that enables seamless hand-centric interactions with smart glasses and AI glasses. The company's solutions address fundamental input challenges that have limited widespread smart glasses adoption. Founded in April 2025, KiWear is a Delaware-based company delivering comprehensive HCI solutions for multi-DoF controllers, smart rings, and wearables. The company brings together prominent computer vision scientists, AI/XR integration experts, and hardware/software innovators, with expertise spanning conceptualization to mass production. KiWear has forged collaborations and delivers exclusive solutions to six of the global top 10 consumer electronics leaders. With R&D hubs in Shanghai and Beijing beyond its U.S. headquarters, the company partners with premier technology conglomerates to enable natural HCI solutions for next-generation XR and AI products. Live Demonstrations Conference attendees can experience KiWear's smart ring and watch technologies at the Qualcomm Technologies' booth (Booth 209) during AWE USA, showcasing seamless integration with smart glasses platforms. Snapdragon is a trademark or registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated. Snapdragon branded products are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries.
Tom's Guide
3 days ago
- Tom's Guide
I just tested a smart ring that can control your AR glasses — and this is what wearables have been missing
Alongside Snapdragon AR1+ powering the future of smart glasses, Qualcomm also announced a new way to control your AR specs. The KiWear Smart Ring is packed with sensors and haptic feedback to control your glasses like you're guest starring in The Minority Report. After trying them myself, I believe this is what this category has been missing all this time! Of course, this is all early days, but from being a simple AR controller to a full-blown XR-fueled health tracker, all bases are covered in what can be a more reliable way to get your devices out of the way — staying in the augmented world. Formally announced at Augmented World Expo 2025 (AWE), the KiWear Smart Ring packs a lot of tech into a small device: There's even a microphone in there for whisper input, too. All of these on their own are pretty good, but it's what happens when all of these come together. The demo I tried was quite a simple one. Connected to the RayNeo X3 Pro, I had a simple home menu with apps to select — each with their own individual style of control. For example, the music app gave you a simple pinch to pause/play, while turning your palm upwards and pinching skipped the track. Meanwhile, changing volume is as easy as swirling your ring finger in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction. And to select another app from the home screen, you rotated the ring on your finger. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. The interactions were super intuitive and a cinch to immediately get used to, and these are just the start of what you'll be able to do. The omnidirectional gesture control of the whole thing means the ring doesn't have to be any particular orientation on your finger, and combining it with that IMU means you could reach out and tap icons — even while you're driving! When it comes to controlling AR glasses, the answer has been so complex on paper — taking the complex sensor array you see on the best VR headsets and trying to squeeze them onto glasses. More companies are figuring out how to do this with AI algorithms and a couple cameras, but the reliability is a bit all over the place. Both of these come with big compromises, which is why a smart ring like the KiWear makes so much sense to me. If the company can work on reducing the size of the KiWear, we could very well be looking at the future of how we control smart specs!
