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Smart glasses with AI from Europe – an overview

Smart glasses with AI from Europe – an overview

Smart glasses as a niche product for tech nerds? Data from a recent US study contradicts this preconception. This overview on smart AI glasses focuses specifically on European manufacturers. Some of these products are already on the market, while others are still in the development phase.

Smart glasses – niche or mass trend?

Smart glasses – niche or mass trend?

Smart glasses are becoming increasingly well known, yet are often classified as a niche product. But is that really true? What percentage of people are interested in this new smart product, and where are smart glasses actually being purchased?

Overcoming material barriers in myopia control lenses

Overcoming material barriers in myopia control lenses

The last decade has seen a surge in innovations designed to slow the progression of myopia. A broad spectrum of ophthalmic solutions – including defocus-incorporated multiple segments, concentric ring designs, and various progressive-like structures – has emerged, each offering a distinct approach to inducing peripheral myopic defocus.

Transforming lens manufacturing with UV cure monomers

Transforming lens manufacturing with UV cure monomers

Sustainability is a powerful trend in the chemical industry. The shift toward more sustainable materials and production processes is reshaping product development and purchasing behavior across industries. Furthermore, the use of sustainable technologies is often a growth-enabler on several levels.

Effectively managing remote projects

Effectively managing remote projects

Remote and virtual project management has become part of everyday life in the optical industry. Teams work independently of location, but leadership remains a key challenge. This article shows how managers can effectively lead remote teams, clarify expectations, and make roles transparent.

Vision Expo West: All eyes on a new beginning

Vision Expo West: All eyes on a new beginning

It is a conclusion without much fanfare or big surprises. The last fall trade show in Las Vegas, held from September 18 to 20, presented itself as a solid finale. Visitors were treated to fewer spectacular product unveilings, but the trade show proved to be a good trend monitor.

What If…

What If…

AI could optimize your lab and save resources daily? Would you hesitate to trust decisions made by AI – especially if there were proof that it could reduce breakage, streamline processes, and significantly cut costs? Now is the time to realize; this is not a distant possibility.

IOT: “Personalization is still not well understood”

IOT: “Personalization is still not well understood”

Freeform for every lab: Twenty years ago, three Spanish scientists had a revolutionary idea. The innovative freeform technology should not be reserved exclusively for large groups. Instead, new software should enable every independent lab to manufacture freeform progressive lenses. MAFO is on site to mark the company’s 20th anniversary.