Vuzix® Corporation, a leading provider of smart glasses, waveguides, and augmented reality (AR) technology, and Mentra, a team of human-computer interface experts, have announced the launch of AugmentOS—an innovative universal operating system tailored for smart glasses, including the Vuzix Z100™. AugmentOS combines cutting-edge AI technology with an advanced development platform, opening up exciting new opportunities for both users and developers.
Now available at AugmentOS.org, AugmentOS 1.0 is a groundbreaking operating system and super app designed to maximize human potential through AI-powered intelligence. It comes pre-loaded with a suite of essential features, including real-time captions, instant translation, proactive AI assistance, smart notifications, AI-driven dashboards, and language learning tools—all integrated to provide a seamless, out-of-the-box experience.
In addition to its robust built-in capabilities, AugmentOS introduces a revolutionary development platform that simplifies smart glasses app creation. Developers can now build a single app that is compatible across multiple smart glasses models, while enabling multiple AI assistants to function simultaneously, utilizing real-world context to provide proactive support throughout users’ daily activities.
“This is the moment where AI steps out of our phones and into our world. By partnering with an industry leader like Vuzix, we’re creating a platform where AI can finally see what we see and understand our context in real time. For the first time, multiple AI assistants can work together seamlessly to enhance our daily lives—right in our field of view,” said Cayden Pierce, CEO of Mentra. “What excites me most about AugmentOS is how it brings AI-powered smart glasses to life today. Users get an incredible set of tools out of the box, while developers gain a frictionless way to build next-generation AI applications.”
“The Z100 smart glasses are an ideal platform for AugmentOS,” said Paul Travers, President and CEO of Vuzix. “Our close collaboration with Mentra will accelerate developer adoption and innovation in the smart glasses industry, positioning Vuzix at the forefront of the AI-enabled wearable revolution.”
With the introduction of AugmentOS, Vuzix and Mentra are transforming the landscape of AI-powered smart glasses, making them more accessible, functional, and developer-friendly than ever before. Together, they are setting the stage for the next wave of augmented reality experiences, enabling both consumers and businesses to unlock the full potential of wearable technology.