AI Glasses Competition Heats Up as Huawei Technologies Launches Smart Glasses 2 Titanium
The Rise of AI Glasses
Chinese tech giant Huawei Technologies on Wednesday unveiled its upgraded AI-powered smart glasses, named the Huawei Smart Glasses 2 Titanium, enhancing competition in the already crowded market for wearable hardware.
Innovative Features
Priced at 2,299 yuan (US$315), the new eyewear features a sleek titanium frame coupled with enhanced capabilities, including gesture control, voice commands, and simultaneous translation. This follows the launch of Huawei's second-generation AI eyewear in 2023.
Market Outlook
As the AI glasses sector is set to grow exponentially, analysts like He Wancheng from Wellsenn XR project a 130% growth in global shipments this year, reaching approximately 5.5 million units. The integration of AI into eyewear is expected to significantly boost sales in this emerging category.
China's Role in Global AI Glasses Market
- China's AI glasses shipments projected to reach 2.75 million this year.
- Global shipments forecasted to exceed 80 million by 2030.
The Huawei Smart Glasses 2 Titanium offers up to 11 hours of music playback and nine hours of talk time, providing intelligent announcements with updates on weather and calendar reminders.
Competition from Big Tech
The launch follows similar products from Baidu, ByteDance, and Xiaomi, highlighting the intense competition in the AI eyewear market. Xiaomi's offering is priced significantly lower, targeting cost-sensitive consumers.
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