Kopin Golden-i Infinity
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| Kopin Golden-i Infinity | |
|---|---|
| |
| Basic Info | |
| VR/AR | Augmented Reality |
| Type | Smart glasses |
| Subtype | Enterprise AR |
| Platform | Android / Windows 10 hosts (announced)[1] |
| Creator | Kopin Corporation[2] |
| Announcement Date | 31 May 2018[3] |
| Release Date | Evaluation shipments by January 2019[1] |
| Price | US$899 (proposed)[1] |
| Website | https://www.kopin.com |
| System | |
| Operating System | Host device[1] |
| CPU | Host device[1] |
| GPU | Host dependent (inferred)[1] |
| Storage | |
| Storage | Host device[1] |
| Memory | Host dependent (inferred)[1] |
| Display | |
| Display | Microdisplay[2] |
| Peak Brightness | Up to 2,000 nits[3] |
| Resolution | 854 x 480[3] |
| Image | |
| Field of View | 20°[3] |
| Tracking | |
| Tracking | Nine-axis, software stabilized[3] |
| Audio | |
| Audio | Loudspeaker[3] |
| Microphone | Whisper voice extraction[1] |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity | USB Type-C[1] |
| Ports | USB Type-C[1] |
| Power | Host device[1] |
| Device | |
| Weight | About 1.5 oz (43 g)[3] |
| Sensors | Three axes each: accelerometer, gyroscope, magnetometer[3] |
| Input | Voice, head gestures[3] |
The Kopin Golden-i Infinity is an enterprise augmented reality wearable device developed by Kopin Corporation. It is a wired display and camera accessory for an external computer. Kopin's annual report distinguishes Infinity from the earlier Golden-i, which incorporated its own processor, battery and memory.[2]
History and development
Kopin unveiled Golden-i Infinity at Augmented World Expo on 31 May 2018, forecasting third-quarter availability.[3]
Kopin develops microdisplays and wearable computing systems for military, industrial and consumer applications.[2]
| Date | Documented development |
|---|---|
| 8 November 2018 | Kopin forecast beta shipments that quarter and commercialization in early 2019.[4] |
| 7 January 2019 | Kopin reported evaluation shipments and approximately 100 pilot-program registrations. It cautioned that participants could cancel.[1] |
| 8 August 2019 | Kopin reported a US$3.5 million Infinity technology licensing transaction with RealWear, with future royalties and display sales expected. It also said it would stop internally funding further concept wearable systems.[5] |
Design and hardware
A magnetic bracket mounts the Bluetooth-headset-sized unit to eyewear for either eye.[1]
The display has six-axis mechanical positioning.[3]
Specifications
These are manufacturer specifications, not independent measurements.[3]
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | 854 x 480 microdisplay[3] |
| Brightness | Up to 2,000 nits; automatic light sensor[3] |
| Field of View | 20°; voice-controlled zoom[3] |
| Camera | 13 MP; 1080p at 30 fps[3] |
| Weight | About 1.5 oz (43 g)[3] |
| Durability | Advertised IP67, drop-proof[3] |
| Head Tracking | Nine-axis, software stabilized[3] |
| Voice Control | Whisper voice extraction[1] |
| Connection | USB Type-C[1] |
| OS Support | Android, Windows 10 hosts (announced)[1] |
| Price | US$899 proposed VAR price[1] |
| Speaker | 95 dBA[3] |
| Microphones | Four digital beamforming microphones[3] |
| Mounting | Safety glasses, bump caps or hardhats[3] |
Connectivity
The host supplies processing, storage, applications, radios and power; an SDK was offered.[1]
Voice and gesture control
Kopin advertised Whisper active crosstalk elimination for isolating the wearer's speech in noise.[1] Recognition accuracy and present application compatibility are unverified.
Use cases
Kopin proposed manufacturing schematics, field-service repair documents, remote-expert video calls, photos and recording.[3]
Its annual report describes work instructions, checklists and diagram viewing as intended uses for its industrial headset systems.[2]
Logistics firms received evaluation units.[1]
See also
References
- ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 1.12 1.13 1.14 1.15 1.16 1.17 1.18 1.19 1.20 "Kopin's Golden-i Infinity Wearable Gains Momentum; Approximately 100 Organizations Have Already Signed up to Pilot the Unique Smart Glass Platform". Kopin. 7 January 2019. https://www.kopin.com/press-releases/kopins-golden-i-infinity-wearable-gains-momentum-approximately-100-organizations-have-already-signed-up-to-pilot-the-unique-smart-glass-platform/. Retrieved 16 October 2026.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 "Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2018: Headset Systems". U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Kopin Corporation. 2019. pp. 6. https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/771266/000077126619000020/kopn-20181229x10xk.htm. Retrieved 16 October 2026.
- ↑ 3.00 3.01 3.02 3.03 3.04 3.05 3.06 3.07 3.08 3.09 3.10 3.11 3.12 3.13 3.14 3.15 3.16 3.17 3.18 3.19 3.20 3.21 3.22 "Kopin Unveils World's First Voice Controlled Wearable Smart Screen; Weighing 1.5 Ounces". PR Newswire. Kopin Corporation. 31 May 2018. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/kopin-unveils-worlds-first-voice-controlled-wearable-smart-screen-weighing-1-5-ounces-300657215.html. Retrieved 16 October 2026.
- ↑ "Kopin Provides Business Update and Third Quarter 2018 Operating Results". U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Kopin Corporation. 8 November 2018. https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/771266/000115752318002375/a51896567ex99_1.htm. Retrieved 16 October 2026.
- ↑ "Kopin Provides Business Update and Second Quarter 2019 Operating Results". Kopin. 8 August 2019. https://www.kopin.com/press-releases/kopin-provides-business-update-and-second-quarter-2019-operating-results/. Retrieved 16 October 2026.