Overview
The SmartXY AR99 Pro is an announced pair of phone-tethered heads-up display glasses featuring an ultra-light 25-gram carbon-fiber build. Designed for ODM projects at the EVT3 stage rather than direct retail sale, the model is scheduled for its public debut at SZiOF Shenzhen on June 17, 2026.
Visuals are delivered through a monocular single-green SRG surface-relief waveguide offering 640 x 480 resolution, a 25-degree field of view, 1,800 nits of brightness, and a 30 Hz refresh rate. Because the device uses a tethered display platform with no on-device AI, features such as navigation, translation, teleprompter output, and AI assistance run entirely on a paired phone or partner app.
System navigation relies on a bundled, required paired smart ring. Continuous operation is supported by two 40 mAh user-swappable temple batteries that can be exchanged without interrupting power, though the frame completely omits onboard cameras and speakers.
Best for
ODM partners seeking an ultra-lightweight, cable-tethered monocular HUD prototype for text, prompts, and navigation.
Pros
- Extremely lightweight carbon-fiber construction at only 25 grams.
- Dual 40 mAh temple batteries can be swapped without interrupting operation.
- High display brightness of 1,800 nits on an SRG surface-relief waveguide.
Cons
- Requires a physical cable connection to a smartphone and lacks on-device processing.
- No integrated camera, no on-glasses speakers, and limited to a single-green monocular display.
- Unavailable to general retail buyers, restricted to EVT3 prototypes for ODM projects.
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Frequently asked questions
- When were the SmartXY AR99 Pro released?
- June 2026. Status: Announced.
- Do the SmartXY AR99 Pro have a display?
- Yes: Monocular single-green, SRG surface-relief waveguide, field of view 25°.
- Do the SmartXY AR99 Pro have a camera?
- No.
- How much do the SmartXY AR99 Pro weigh?
- 25 g.