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|VR/AR = [[Augmented Reality]]
|VR/AR = [[Augmented Reality]]
|Type = [[Head-mounted display]]
|Type = [[Smart Glasses]]
|Subtype = [[AR Glasses]]
|Subtype = [[Enterprise AR]]
|Release Date = 2022
|Platform = [[Android]] 11
|Price =  
|Developer = [[Vuzix]]
|Display =  
|Manufacturer = [[Vuzix]]
|Resolution = 480x480 per-eye
|Announcement Date = August 24, 2022
|Refresh Rate =  
|Release Date = September 2022
|Price = $1,299.99 USD
|Website = https://www.vuzix.com/products/vuzix-blade-2-smart-glasses
|Predecessor = [[Vuzix Blade]]
|Display = Waveguide (see-through)
|Resolution = 480x480 per eye
|Color Depth = 24-bit full color
|Field of View = 20° diagonal
|Field of View = 20° diagonal
|Horizontal FoV =  
|Equivalent Screen Size = 6" at arm's length
|Vertical FoV =  
|Ocularity = Monocular
|Diagonal FoV = 20°
|Tracking = 3DoF
|IPD Range =  
|Camera = HD camera
|Ocularity =  
|Audio = Stereo speakers, noise-canceling mics
|Connectivity = Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
|Storage = 40 GB
|Certifications = ANSI Z87.1 (safety)
|Prescription = Insert available
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'''Vuzix Blade 2''' is an [[augmented reality]] [[head-mounted display]] released in 2022.
The '''Vuzix Blade 2''' is an enterprise [[augmented reality]] [[smart glasses]] developed by [[Vuzix]], announced on August 24, 2022 and released in September 2022 at $1,299.99. The third-generation Blade model designed specifically for the deskless workforce, the Blade 2 features see-through waveguide optics with 24-bit full-color display, Android 11 operating system, high-performance Qualcomm processor, 40 GB storage, HD camera, ANSI Z87.1 safety certification, and support for enterprise apps like MS Teams, Zoom, and TeamViewer. Targeting healthcare, construction, security, and retail verticals, the Blade 2 delivers hands-free AR for connected workers.


== Specifications ==
== History and Development ==


* '''Resolution:''' 480x480 per-eye
Vuzix announced the Blade 2 on August 24, 2022 as their third-generation Blade smart glasses, succeeding the original Blade. General availability began in September 2022 with shipments to the US, EU, UK, Canada, and Japan. The Blade 2 updates the platform to Android 11 while maintaining the popular Blade form factor, adding enhanced storage, improved connectivity, and enterprise-focused features.<ref name="vuzix">{{cite web |url=https://www.vuzix.com/products/vuzix-blade-2-smart-glasses |title=Vuzix Blade 2 Smart Glasses |publisher=Vuzix |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>


* '''Field of View:''' 20° diagonal
== Design and Hardware ==
 
=== Display ===
 
See-through waveguide technology:
 
* '''480x480 per eye''' resolution
* '''See-through waveguide optics'''
* '''24-bit full-color''' images
* '''20° diagonal FOV'''
* '''6-inch equivalent''' at arm's length
* Ultrabright display
* Indoor/outdoor usable
* Private display view
* Crisp imagery
 
=== Processing ===
 
* '''High-performance Qualcomm processor'''
* '''Android 11 OS'''
* Power efficient
* Enterprise app support
* '''40 GB storage'''
* Enhanced security
 
=== Tracking ===
 
* '''3DoF tracking'''
* Head tracking
* Orientation sensing
 
=== Camera ===
 
* '''HD camera'''
* Photo/video capture
* Remote assistance support
* Documentation capability
 
=== Audio ===
 
* '''Stereo speakers''' (in-temple)
* '''Noise-canceling microphones'''
* Clear communication
* Voice control support
 
=== Build ===
 
Enterprise-grade design:
 
* '''ANSI Z87.1 certified'''
* Safety glasses protection
* Lightweight form factor
* All-day comfort
* '''Prescription inserts available'''
* Professional appearance
* Glasses form factor
 
=== Connectivity ===
 
Enhanced wireless:
 
* '''Wi-Fi''' (2.4GHz and 5GHz)
* '''Bluetooth'''
* Improved connectivity options
* MDM tool integration
 
=== Controls ===
 
Multiple input methods:
 
* '''Touchpad'''
* '''Voice control'''
* '''Head tracking'''
* Hands-free operation
* Versatile input options
 
== Enterprise Applications ==
 
=== Software Support ===
* '''MS Teams'''
* '''Zoom'''
* '''TeamViewer'''
* Enterprise-focused apps
* Android 11 ecosystem
 
=== Industry Verticals ===
* '''Healthcare'''
* '''Construction'''
* '''Security'''
* '''Retail'''
* Manufacturing
* Field service
 
== Technical Specifications ==
 
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Specification !! Details
|-
| Display || 480x480 waveguide
|-
| Color || 24-bit full color
|-
| FOV || 20° diagonal
|-
| Processor || Qualcomm
|-
| OS || Android 11
|-
| Storage || 40 GB
|-
| Camera || HD
|-
| Audio || Stereo + noise-canceling mics
|-
| Safety || ANSI Z87.1
|-
| Connectivity || Wi-Fi + Bluetooth
|-
| Price || $1,299.99
|}
 
== Reception ==
 
'''Praise:'''
* Android 11 updated platform
* 40 GB storage generous
* ANSI Z87.1 safety certified
* Waveguide optics see-through
* Enterprise app support (Teams, Zoom)
* Prescription insert option
* Noise-canceling audio
* MDM integration
* Hands-free operation
* Professional design
 
'''Criticism:'''
* $1,299.99 enterprise pricing
* 480x480 resolution limited
* 20° FOV narrow
* 3DoF only (no 6DoF)
* Monocular display
* Enterprise-only focus
* Limited consumer appeal
* Competition from others
* Niche market<ref name="prnewswire">{{cite web |url=https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/vuzix-announces-general-availability-of-blade-2-smart-glasses-301635623.html |title=Vuzix Blade 2 Announcement |publisher=PR Newswire |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Augmented Reality]]
* [[Vuzix Blade]]
* [[Head-mounted display]]
* [[Vuzix M4000]]
* [[AR Glasses]]
* [[Vuzix Shield]]
* [[ThinkReality A3]]
 
== References ==
{{reflist}}


[[Category:AR Glasses]]
[[Category:Devices]]
[[Category:Head-mounted displays]]
[[Category:Augmented Reality Devices]]
[[Category:Smart Glasses]]
[[Category:Enterprise AR]]
[[Category:Vuzix]]
[[Category:2022 in technology]]

Revision as of 16:58, 7 January 2026

Vuzix Blade 2
Basic Info
VR/AR Augmented Reality
Type Smart Glasses
Subtype Enterprise AR
Platform Android 11
Developer Vuzix
Manufacturer Vuzix
Announcement Date August 24, 2022
Release Date September 2022
Price $1,299.99 USD
Website https://www.vuzix.com/products/vuzix-blade-2-smart-glasses
Predecessor Vuzix Blade
System
Storage
Storage 40 GB
Display
Display Waveguide (see-through)
Resolution 480x480 per eye
Image
Field of View 20° diagonal
Optics
Ocularity Monocular
Tracking
Tracking 3DoF
Audio
Audio Stereo speakers, noise-canceling mics
Camera HD camera
Connectivity
Connectivity Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Device

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The Vuzix Blade 2 is an enterprise augmented reality smart glasses developed by Vuzix, announced on August 24, 2022 and released in September 2022 at $1,299.99. The third-generation Blade model designed specifically for the deskless workforce, the Blade 2 features see-through waveguide optics with 24-bit full-color display, Android 11 operating system, high-performance Qualcomm processor, 40 GB storage, HD camera, ANSI Z87.1 safety certification, and support for enterprise apps like MS Teams, Zoom, and TeamViewer. Targeting healthcare, construction, security, and retail verticals, the Blade 2 delivers hands-free AR for connected workers.

History and Development

Vuzix announced the Blade 2 on August 24, 2022 as their third-generation Blade smart glasses, succeeding the original Blade. General availability began in September 2022 with shipments to the US, EU, UK, Canada, and Japan. The Blade 2 updates the platform to Android 11 while maintaining the popular Blade form factor, adding enhanced storage, improved connectivity, and enterprise-focused features.[1]

Design and Hardware

Display

See-through waveguide technology:

  • 480x480 per eye resolution
  • See-through waveguide optics
  • 24-bit full-color images
  • 20° diagonal FOV
  • 6-inch equivalent at arm's length
  • Ultrabright display
  • Indoor/outdoor usable
  • Private display view
  • Crisp imagery

Processing

  • High-performance Qualcomm processor
  • Android 11 OS
  • Power efficient
  • Enterprise app support
  • 40 GB storage
  • Enhanced security

Tracking

  • 3DoF tracking
  • Head tracking
  • Orientation sensing

Camera

  • HD camera
  • Photo/video capture
  • Remote assistance support
  • Documentation capability

Audio

  • Stereo speakers (in-temple)
  • Noise-canceling microphones
  • Clear communication
  • Voice control support

Build

Enterprise-grade design:

  • ANSI Z87.1 certified
  • Safety glasses protection
  • Lightweight form factor
  • All-day comfort
  • Prescription inserts available
  • Professional appearance
  • Glasses form factor

Connectivity

Enhanced wireless:

  • Wi-Fi (2.4GHz and 5GHz)
  • Bluetooth
  • Improved connectivity options
  • MDM tool integration

Controls

Multiple input methods:

  • Touchpad
  • Voice control
  • Head tracking
  • Hands-free operation
  • Versatile input options

Enterprise Applications

Software Support

  • MS Teams
  • Zoom
  • TeamViewer
  • Enterprise-focused apps
  • Android 11 ecosystem

Industry Verticals

  • Healthcare
  • Construction
  • Security
  • Retail
  • Manufacturing
  • Field service

Technical Specifications

Specification Details
Display 480x480 waveguide
Color 24-bit full color
FOV 20° diagonal
Processor Qualcomm
OS Android 11
Storage 40 GB
Camera HD
Audio Stereo + noise-canceling mics
Safety ANSI Z87.1
Connectivity Wi-Fi + Bluetooth
Price $1,299.99

Reception

Praise:

  • Android 11 updated platform
  • 40 GB storage generous
  • ANSI Z87.1 safety certified
  • Waveguide optics see-through
  • Enterprise app support (Teams, Zoom)
  • Prescription insert option
  • Noise-canceling audio
  • MDM integration
  • Hands-free operation
  • Professional design

Criticism:

  • $1,299.99 enterprise pricing
  • 480x480 resolution limited
  • 20° FOV narrow
  • 3DoF only (no 6DoF)
  • Monocular display
  • Enterprise-only focus
  • Limited consumer appeal
  • Competition from others
  • Niche market[2]

See Also

References

  1. ↑ "Vuzix Blade 2 Smart Glasses". Vuzix. https://www.vuzix.com/products/vuzix-blade-2-smart-glasses.
  2. ↑ "Vuzix Blade 2 Announcement". PR Newswire. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/vuzix-announces-general-availability-of-blade-2-smart-glasses-301635623.html.
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