Vuzix M400
| Vuzix M400 | |
|---|---|
| Basic Info | |
| VR/AR | Assisted Reality |
| Type | Smart Glasses |
| Subtype | Enterprise AR |
| Platform | Android |
| Developer | Vuzix |
| Manufacturer | Vuzix |
| Announcement Date | CES 2020 |
| Release Date | January 2020 |
| Price | ~$1,799 USD |
| Website | https://www.vuzix.com/ |
| Predecessor | Vuzix M300XL |
| Successor | Vuzix M4000 |
| System | |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR1 |
| Storage | |
| Display | |
| Display | OLED monocular |
| Image | |
| Field of View | 16.8° diagonal |
| Optics | |
| Ocularity | Monocular |
| Tracking | |
| Audio | |
| Audio | Dual noise-cancelling microphones |
| Connectivity | |
| Device | |
| Weight | 68g (smart viewer) |
The Vuzix M400 is an enterprise assisted reality smart glasses device developed by Vuzix, released January 2020. Vuzix's flagship industrial smart glasses featuring Qualcomm Snapdragon XR1 (first smart glasses with this chip), 12.8MP autofocus camera with 4K streaming, OLED monocular display, IP67 water/dust resistance, 2-meter drop rating, hot-swappable batteries, and 68g lightweight design. Certified for HIPAA-compliant usage and IEC 60601-1-2:2014 medical environments.
History and Development
Vuzix announced the M400 at CES in January 2020 as their flagship enterprise smart glasses. Selected by Qualcomm to debut the XR1 platform designed specifically for smart glasses, the M400 targets industrial, healthcare, and field service applications. The device received HIPAA and medical certifications, enabling healthcare deployments. Hot-swappable batteries and IP67 rating support continuous industrial operation.[1]
Design and Hardware
Display
OLED monocular:
- OLED panel
- 16.8° diagonal FOV
- Equivalent to 5" screen at 17"
- Monocular (single eye)
- Non-obstructive view
- Color display
Processing
- Qualcomm Snapdragon XR1
- First smart glasses with XR1
- 8-core 2.52 GHz
- AR-optimized platform
- Android OS
Camera
- 12.8MP autofocus
- 4K video streaming
- Built-in barcode scanner
- Documentation capable
- Remote assistance ready
Audio
- Dual noise-cancelling microphones
- Voice command support
- Clear communication
- Integration with Zoom, WebEx, Teams
Battery
Multiple options:
- 750 mAh standard (IP67)
- 3-level LED indicator
- 3200 mAh Xtreme Weather (IP67)
- 3350 mAh power bank extended
- Hot-swappable
- Zero downtime
Durability
Industrial-grade:
- IP67 certified
- Waterproof/dustproof
- 2-meter drop tested
- -20°C to 45°C operating
- Rugged construction
Design
- 68g (smart viewer only)
- Ergonomic design
- Comfortable extended wear
- Multiple mounting options
Certifications
Medical
- HIPAA-compliant
- IEC 60601-1-2:2014
- Healthcare approved
- Telemedicine ready
Safety
- IP67 waterproof/dustproof
- Temperature rated
- Drop tested
Enterprise Applications
Use Cases
- Remote assistance
- Warehouse logistics
- Telemedicine
- Manufacturing
- Field service
- Quality inspection
- Training
Platform Integration
- Zoom
- WebEx
- Microsoft Teams
- Enterprise software
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | OLED monocular |
| FOV | 16.8° diagonal |
| Processor | Snapdragon XR1 (8-core) |
| Camera | 12.8MP autofocus |
| Video | 4K streaming |
| Battery | 750-3350 mAh (options) |
| Weight | 68g |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Drop Test | 2 meters |
| Price | ~$1,799 |
Reception
Praise:
- First Snapdragon XR1 glasses
- 12.8MP camera excellent
- 4K video streaming
- IP67 rugged
- 68g lightweight
- Hot-swappable battery
- HIPAA certified
- Medical approved
- Enterprise-ready
Criticism:
- 16.8° FOV narrow
- Monocular only
- ~$1,799 enterprise pricing
- Not consumer-focused
- Limited display capabilities
- Assisted reality only
- Specialized market
- M4000 successor[2]