INMO Air2
The INMO Air2 is a standalone augmented reality glasses device developed by INMO Technology, released in 2023 at $899. Distinguished as one of the few truly wireless standalone AR glasses, the Air2 operates independently without requiring a smartphone or PC connection, powered by its own IMOS 2.0 operating system (a customized Android variant), Ziguang Zhanrui AI Chip with quad-core 1.8GHz processor, 2GB RAM, and 32GB storage. The glasses feature dual full-color Micro-OLED displays with vertical array waveguide technology delivering 640 × 400 resolution per eye at 60Hz with a 26° binocular field of view—a notable improvement over monocular competitors. Key hardware includes 6DoF spatial tracking via lightweight SLAM using dual cameras for scene recognition, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and GPS connectivity, and 5.5 hours of continuous battery life. The Air2 supports INMO GPT (integrated with OpenAI's GPT model) for intelligent assistance, precision translation features, teleprompter functionality, and screen mirroring from iOS/Android devices. Weighing 99 grams with 8-degree adjustable temples for varied head shapes, the INMO Air2 includes the INMO Ring controller accessory for gesture-free navigation and supports magnetic prescription lens attachments, positioning itself as a comprehensive standalone AR platform for content creators, professionals, and early adopters.
| INMO Air2 | |
|---|---|
| Basic Info | |
| VR/AR | Augmented Reality |
| Type | AR Glasses |
| Subtype | Standalone AR, AI Glasses |
| Platform | IMOS 2.0 (custom Android) |
| Creator | INMO |
| Developer | INMO Technology |
| Manufacturer | INMO |
| Announcement Date | 2023 |
| Release Date | 2023 |
| Price | $899 |
| Website | https://www.inmoxr.com/ |
| Versions | INMO Air2 |
| Requires | Standalone or smartphone companion |
| Predecessor | INMO Air |
| Successor | None announced |
| System | |
| Operating System | IMOS 2.0 (Android-based) |
| Chipset | Ziguang Zhanrui AI Chip |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.8GHz |
| GPU | Integrated |
| Storage | |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Memory | 2GB RAM |
| SD Card Slot | No |
| Display | |
| Display | Dual Micro-OLED with vertical array waveguide |
| Subpixel Layout | Full color RGB |
| Peak Brightness | High |
| Resolution | 640 × 400 per eye |
| Pixel Density | High |
| Refresh Rate | 60Hz |
| Persistence | Low persistence |
| Image | |
| Field of View | 26° (binocular) |
| Horizontal FoV | 26° |
| Vertical FoV | ~15° |
| Average Pixel Density | High PPD |
| Peak Pixel Density | High PPD |
| Foveated Rendering | No |
| Optics | |
| Optics | Vertical array waveguide (binocular) |
| Ocularity | Binocular |
| IPD Range | Standard (adjustable temples) |
| Adjustable Diopter | Magnetic prescription attachment |
| Passthrough | Yes (optical see-through) |
| Tracking | |
| Tracking | 6DoF (SLAM) |
| Tracking Frequency | Standard |
| Base Stations | None required |
| Eye Tracking | No |
| Face Tracking | No |
| Hand Tracking | No |
| Body Tracking | No |
| Rotational Tracking | Yes |
| Positional Tracking | Yes (SLAM) |
| Update Rate | 60Hz |
| Tracking Volume | Room-scale |
| Play Space | Standing/Walking |
| Latency | Low latency |
| Audio | |
| Audio | Built-in speaker |
| Microphone | Yes (dual microphones) |
| 3.5mm Audio Jack | No |
| Camera | Dual cameras (tracking/recognition) |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS |
| Ports | USB-C charging |
| Wired Video | No |
| Wireless Video | Yes (screen mirroring) |
| WiFi | Wi-Fi |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Power | Rechargeable battery |
| Battery Capacity | 500mAh |
| Battery Life | 5.5 hours continuous |
| Charge Time | 115 min full, 45 min to 50% |
| Device | |
| Dimensions | 170.12 × 157.49 × 54.29mm |
| Weight | 99g |
| Material | Lightweight plastic |
| Headstrap | None (adjustable temples) |
| Haptics | No |
| Color | Black |
| Sensors | Dual cameras, GPS, IMU |
| Input | Touch controls, INMO Ring controller, voice |
| Compliance | FCC, CE |
History and Development
INMO Technology
Company background:
- Chinese AR startup
- Consumer AR focus
- Standalone vision
- Wireless priority
INMO Air Original
First generation:
- Earlier AR glasses
- Foundation technology
- Market learning
- Feature development
Air2 Development
Second generation:
- Standalone architecture
- Custom IMOS OS
- AI integration
- Wireless design
2023 Release
Market launch:
- Global availability
- $899 pricing
- Complete ecosystem
- Accessory support
Design Philosophy
True Standalone
Independence:
- No phone required
- Built-in OS
- On-device processing
- Wireless freedom
Binocular Full-Color
Display approach:
- Both eyes display
- Full color (not monochrome)
- Natural viewing
- Immersive overlay
6DoF Tracking
Spatial awareness:
- Position tracking
- SLAM technology
- Room-scale capable
- AR anchoring
Ecosystem Integration
Complete platform:
- INMO Ring controller
- Prescription support
- App ecosystem
- AI assistant
Display Technology
Dual Micro-OLED
Panel specifications:
- Type: 2× Micro-OLED
- Resolution: 640 × 400 per eye
- Refresh Rate: 60Hz
- Full color
Vertical Array Waveguide
Optical system:
- Binocular imaging
- Natural eye simulation
- See-through capability
- Light and compact
Field of View
Visual coverage:
- FOV: 26° binocular
- Both eyes covered
- Immersive overlay
- AR content area
Binocular Advantages
Dual-eye benefits:
- Depth perception
- Natural viewing
- Reduced eye strain
- Better immersion
Processing
Ziguang Zhanrui AI Chip
Processor specifications:
- Type: AI-optimized chip
- Cores: Quad-core
- Speed: 1.8GHz
- AI acceleration
Memory
System resources:
- RAM: 2GB
- Storage: 32GB
- App capacity
- Media storage
IMOS 2.0
Operating system:
- Custom Android-based OS
- AR-optimized interface
- Native apps
- Third-party support
Tracking System
6DoF SLAM
Spatial tracking:
- Position tracking
- Orientation tracking
- Inside-out system
- Room-scale support
Dual Cameras
Tracking hardware:
- Scene recognition
- SLAM positioning
- Environment mapping
- AR anchoring
Performance
Tracking quality:
- Lightweight SLAM
- Real-time processing
- Stable tracking
- Reliable anchoring
AI Features
INMO GPT
AI assistant:
- OpenAI GPT integration
- Intelligent assistant
- Question answering
- Contextual help
Translation
Language features:
- Precision translation
- Real-time processing
- Multiple languages
- Text and speech
Voice Commands
Hands-free control:
- Voice activation
- Command recognition
- Natural language
- AI queries
Key Features
Teleprompter
Script display:
- Speech assistance
- Content creation
- Presentation support
- Scrolling text
Screen Mirroring
Device casting:
- iOS mirroring
- Android mirroring
- Direct casting
- Multi-device support
Directions:
- GPS integration
- Turn-by-turn guidance
- Map display
- Walking/driving
Notifications
Alert display:
- Phone notifications
- Message preview
- App alerts
- Customizable
Physical Design
Weight
Form factor:
- Weight: 99g
- Balanced distribution
- Extended comfort
- Heavier than basic glasses
Dimensions
Size specifications:
- 170.12 × 157.49 × 54.29mm
- Standard eyewear profile
- Compact design
- Wearable form
Adjustable Temples
Fit customization:
- 8-degree adjustment
- Head shape accommodation
- Secure fit
- Comfort optimization
Materials
Construction:
- Lightweight plastic
- Durable build
- Comfortable contact
- Professional appearance
Accessories
INMO Ring Controller
Input device:
- Ring form factor
- Touch controls
- Gesture navigation
- Alternative to touch
Magnetic Prescription
Vision correction:
- Magnetic attachment
- Easy swap
- Custom lenses
- Accessibility support
Connectivity
Wireless
Connection options:
- Wi-Fi: Internet access
- Bluetooth 5.0: Device pairing
- GPS: Location services
- No cellular
USB-C
Wired connection:
- Charging port
- Data transfer
- Standard connector
- Fast charging
Battery
Battery Life
Power specifications:
- Capacity: 500mAh
- Continuous use: 5.5 hours
- Extended operation
- All-day with breaks
Charging
Power system:
- USB-C charging
- Full charge: 115 minutes
- 50% charge: 45 minutes
- Fast charging support
Audio
Built-In Speaker
Audio output:
- Integrated speaker
- Notification audio
- Media playback
- Voice feedback
Dual Microphones
Voice input:
- Dual microphones
- Voice commands
- AI interaction
- Call support
Comparison with Standalone AR Glasses
| Feature | INMO Air2 | Vuzix Blade 2 | Brilliant Labs Frame | Even Realities G1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Standalone AR | Standalone AR | Tethered AI | Tethered Smart |
| Display | Binocular OLED | Monocular waveguide | Monocular prism | Binocular waveguide |
| Resolution | 640×400/eye | 480×480 | 640×400 | 640×200/eye |
| FOV | 26° | 20° | ~20° | 25° |
| Tracking | 6DoF SLAM | 3DoF | None | None |
| Standalone | Yes | Yes | No (phone) | No (phone) |
| Weight | 99g | ~100g | 39-40g | 44g |
| Price | $899 | ~$1,299 | $349 | $599 |
Strengths and Limitations
Strengths
- True standalone operation (no phone)
- Binocular full-color display
- 640×400 per eye @ 60Hz
- 6DoF SLAM tracking
- INMO GPT AI integration
- 5.5 hours battery life
- Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 5.0 + GPS
- INMO Ring controller included
- Precision translation
- Screen mirroring support
- Magnetic prescription attachment
Limitations
- 99g heavier than basic glasses
- 26° limited field of view
- $899 premium price
- No cellular connectivity
- Limited app ecosystem
- Chinese chip platform
- No eye tracking
- No hand tracking
- Niche market appeal
Technical Specifications Summary
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | Dual Micro-OLED + waveguide |
| Resolution | 640 × 400 per eye |
| FOV | 26° binocular |
| Refresh Rate | 60Hz |
| Processor | Ziguang Zhanrui Quad-core 1.8GHz |
| Memory | 2GB RAM, 32GB storage |
| Tracking | 6DoF SLAM |
| Battery | 500mAh, 5.5 hours |
| Weight | 99g |
| OS | IMOS 2.0 |
| Price | $899 |