DAQRI Smart Glasses
| DAQRI Smart Glasses | |
|---|---|
| Basic Info | |
| VR/AR | Augmented Reality |
| Type | Smart Glasses |
| Subtype | Enterprise AR |
| Platform | Windows, DAQRI Worksense |
| Creator | DAQRI |
| Developer | DAQRI |
| Manufacturer | DAQRI |
| Announcement Date | January 2017 (CES) |
| Release Date | 2017 |
| Price | $4,995 |
| Website | https://daqri.com/ (discontinued) |
| Versions | DAQRI Smart Glasses |
| Requires | Tethered compute unit |
| Predecessor | DAQRI Smart Helmet |
| Successor | None (company defunct) |
| System | |
| Operating System | Windows 10 |
| Chipset | Intel Core m7 (6th generation) |
| CPU | Intel Core m7 (6th gen) |
| GPU | Intel HD Graphics |
| Storage | |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Memory | Not specified |
| SD Card Slot | No |
| Display | |
| Display | Transparent AR display |
| Subpixel Layout | N/A |
| Peak Brightness | High (indoor/outdoor) |
| Resolution | Not specified |
| Pixel Density | N/A |
| Refresh Rate | Not specified |
| Persistence | N/A |
| Image | |
| Field of View | 44° |
| Horizontal FoV | ~44° |
| Vertical FoV | N/A |
| Average Pixel Density | N/A |
| Peak Pixel Density | N/A |
| Foveated Rendering | No |
| Optics | |
| Optics | See-through display |
| Ocularity | Binocular |
| IPD Range | Adjustable |
| Adjustable Diopter | Yes (prescription compatible) |
| Passthrough | Native see-through (optical AR) |
| Tracking | |
| Tracking | 6DoF (Intel RealSense) |
| Tracking Frequency | N/A |
| Base Stations | None required |
| Eye Tracking | No |
| Face Tracking | No |
| Hand Tracking | No |
| Body Tracking | No |
| Rotational Tracking | Yes |
| Positional Tracking | Yes |
| Update Rate | N/A |
| Tracking Volume | Room-scale |
| Play Space | Mobile AR |
| Latency | <100ms |
| Audio | |
| Audio | Integrated speakers |
| Microphone | Yes |
| 3.5mm Audio Jack | Yes |
| Camera | Intel RealSense LR200 depth sensor |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB |
| Ports | USB |
| Wired Video | Yes (tethered compute) |
| Wireless Video | No |
| WiFi | Wi-Fi (802.11ac) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Power | Tethered compute unit |
| Battery Capacity | N/A (tethered) |
| Battery Life | N/A (tethered) |
| Charge Time | N/A |
| Device | |
| Dimensions | Compact glasses form |
| Weight | ~397g (14 oz) |
| Material | Plastic, polycarbonate |
| Headstrap | None (glasses temples) |
| Haptics | No |
| Color | Black |
| Sensors | Intel RealSense depth sensor, IMU |
| Input | Touch controls, voice commands |
| Compliance | FCC, CE |
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The DAQRI Smart Glasses is a discontinued enterprise-focused augmented reality smart glasses device developed by DAQRI, announced at CES in January 2017 and released in 2017 at a price of $4,995. Positioned as professional AR glasses for industrial applications, the DAQRI Smart Glasses featured a 44° field of view transparent display, Intel Core m7 processing power, Intel RealSense depth sensing for 6DoF tracking, and 64GB of storage for on-device content—all in a relatively compact form factor weighing 14 ounces (approximately 397 grams). Designed for manufacturing, maintenance, construction, and field service applications, the Smart Glasses connected to a tethered compute unit that housed the Intel processor, enabling workstation-class performance for complex AR applications. Though innovative for its time, DAQRI ceased operations in September 2019, making the Smart Glasses a historical artifact of early enterprise AR development.
Note: DAQRI is no longer in business. The company ceased operations in September 2019. This article documents a historical product.
History and Development
DAQRI Background
Company history:
- Founded 2010 in Los Angeles
- AR solutions focus
- DAQRI Smart Helmet (2016)
- Enterprise AR pioneer
CES 2017 Announcement
Smart Glasses reveal:
- Compact form factor
- Intel Core m7 power
- RealSense integration
- Enterprise targeting
2017 Launch
Commercial release:
- $4,995 price
- Enterprise channel
- Industrial applications
- Professional deployment
Company Closure
End of DAQRI:
- September 2019 shutdown
- Assets acquired by various companies
- Early AR market challenges
- Industry consolidation
Design Philosophy
Enterprise First
Professional focus:
- Industrial applications
- Work instructions
- Remote expert
- Training support
Intel Partnership
Processing power:
- Intel Core m7 processor
- RealSense depth sensing
- Windows 10 platform
- x86 architecture
Tethered Design
Compute separation:
- External compute unit
- Full processing power
- Lighter glasses
- Cable connection
Display Technology
Transparent AR Display
See-through design:
- FOV: 44°
- Type: Transparent binocular
- Brightness: High (indoor/outdoor capable)
- See-through optics
Visual Quality
Professional grade:
- Bright display
- Outdoor visibility
- Clear overlays
- Work environment suitable
Processing
Intel Core m7
Desktop-class processor:
- 6th generation Intel Core m7
- x86 architecture
- Windows applications
- Professional power
Tethered Compute Unit
External processing:
- Houses main processor
- Full Windows 10
- Enterprise software
- Professional applications
Storage
Local content:
- 64GB internal
- Enterprise content
- Work instructions
- Training materials
Tracking System
Intel RealSense LR200
Depth sensing:
- Depth camera integration
- 6DoF positional tracking
- Spatial awareness
- Object recognition
6DoF Tracking
Complete motion:
- Position tracking
- Rotation tracking
- Environmental mapping
- AR registration
Physical Design
Compact Form Factor
Glasses style:
- Weight: ~397g (14 oz)
- Evenly distributed
- Glasses form
- Workplace appropriate
Ergonomic Design
Comfort features:
- Lightweight construction
- Balanced design
- Extended wear
- Industrial environments
Prescription Compatible
Vision accommodation:
- Prescription lens inserts
- Diopter adjustment
- Wide compatibility
- User accessibility
Connectivity
Tethered Operation
Compute connection:
- Cable to compute unit
- Power delivery
- Data connection
- Full performance
Wireless Connectivity
Additional features:
- Wi-Fi networking
- Bluetooth accessories
- Network access
- Enterprise integration
Software Platform
Windows 10
Full desktop OS:
- Windows applications
- Enterprise software
- Development tools
- IT management
DAQRI Worksense
AR platform:
- Content creation
- Work instructions
- Remote expert
- Analytics
Enterprise Applications
Manufacturing
Production support:
- Assembly guidance
- Quality inspection
- Work instructions
- Training
Maintenance
Field service:
- Repair procedures
- Remote expert access
- Documentation
- Troubleshooting
Construction
Building industry:
- BIM overlay
- Site documentation
- Safety information
- Progress tracking
Training
Workforce development:
- Step-by-step guidance
- Hands-on learning
- Skill development
- Assessment
Historical Significance
Early Enterprise AR
Industry pioneering:
- One of first enterprise AR glasses
- Intel partnership model
- RealSense integration
- Professional market focus
Lessons Learned
Market challenges:
- High price ($4,995)
- Limited market size
- Technology maturity
- Business model challenges
Technology Legacy
Influence on industry:
- Enterprise AR validation
- Depth sensing importance
- Form factor exploration
- Market development
Comparison with Contemporaries
| Feature | DAQRI Smart Glasses | Microsoft HoloLens 1 | Google Glass EE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $4,995 | $3,000 | $1,500 |
| FOV | 44° | 34° | ~15° |
| Processor | Intel Core m7 | HPU + x86 | Intel Atom |
| Form | Tethered glasses | Self-contained visor | Lightweight glasses |
| Tracking | 6DoF (RealSense) | 6DoF (built-in) | 3DoF |
| Status | Discontinued (2019) | Discontinued | Discontinued |
Strengths and Limitations
Strengths
- Intel Core m7 desktop power
- 44° FOV (wider than some competitors)
- Intel RealSense 6DoF tracking
- Windows 10 compatibility
- Full enterprise software support
- Indoor/outdoor display visibility
Limitations
- Tethered design (compute unit required)
- High price ($4,995)
- Heavy (~397g)
- Company discontinued
- Limited market adoption
- Complex setup
Technical Specifications Summary
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | Transparent AR, 44° FOV |
| Processor | Intel Core m7 (6th gen) |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Depth Sensor | Intel RealSense LR200 |
| Tracking | 6DoF |
| Platform | Windows 10 |
| Weight | ~397g (14 oz) |
| Price | $4,995 |
| Status | Discontinued (2019) |