Goertek's XR Revolution: AI Glasses and Optical Innovations at CES 2026

Goertek's Vision for the Future of XR

Goertek has unveiled a groundbreaking portfolio of XR (Extended Reality) technologies at CES 2026, setting a new standard for AI-powered AR glasses and advanced optical solutions. The company’s latest innovations address long-standing challenges in wearable technology, including display quality, computational efficiency, and user interaction. At the heart of Goertek's showcase is the 'Rubis,' a flagship full-color AR glasses model that integrates a heterogeneous tri-chip architecture, combining MCU, ISP, and NPU chips to optimize performance and power consumption.

The 'Rubis' represents a significant leap forward in AR technology, featuring a 1.35-inch 4K Micro-OLED display paired with a proprietary 3P Pancake optical module. This design delivers retinal-grade clarity with 38 Pixels Per Degree (PPD) within a 100-degree field of view, ensuring high-quality visuals without compromising on weight or comfort. The glasses also incorporate Video See-Through (VST) and 6 Degrees of Freedom (6DoF) capabilities, making them ideal for extended media consumption, light productivity tasks, and casual gaming.

One of the most innovative aspects of the 'Rubis' is its EMG neural wristband, which achieves over 90% gesture recognition accuracy. This wristband allows users to control the AR glasses with subtle finger motions, overcoming the limitations of traditional touch-based interfaces. The integration of this technology highlights Goertek's commitment to creating intuitive and seamless user experiences.

Lightweight Designs for Everyday Use

In addition to the 'Rubis,' Goertek introduced the 'Spinel,' an ultra-lightweight AI glasses reference design weighing just 35 grams. The 'Spinel' combines a fashionable aesthetic with high-definition imaging capabilities, supporting 4K photo capture and 1080p video recording at 30fps. Its proactive AI visual perception enables context-aware services, transitioning from a reactive 'command-and-response' model to one that anticipates user needs.

Goertek's 'Rox Vision' accessory is another standout innovation, offering a modular approach to upgrading traditional eyewear with AI capabilities. Weighing less than 15 grams, the 'Rox Vision' integrates visual capture, audio interaction, and AI processing into a compact accessory that can be easily attached to standard glasses. This design preserves the style and optical correction of existing eyewear while adding advanced functionalities at an accessible cost point.

The company also unveiled an ultra-lightweight MR (Mixed Reality) reference design, reducing the core headset mass to approximately 100 grams. This design incorporates a 1.35-inch 4K Micro-OLED display and a 3P Pancake optical module, delivering exceptional visual fidelity within a lightweight form factor. The focus on reducing weight addresses a critical barrier to prolonged MR headset use, paving the way for mainstream adoption.

Advancing Optical Solutions in XR

Goertek's portfolio extends beyond AR glasses, showcasing a range of optical solutions for AR and MR applications. The 'F15Pi' full-color polymer optical module strikes a balance between lightweight design and high-fidelity image quality, utilizing high-refractive-index polymer materials to eliminate rainbow artifacts and achieve a waveguide grating transmittance exceeding 92%. This module is paired with a compact, highly efficient full-color Micro-LED light engine, making it suitable for all-day wearability.

The company's Silicon Carbide (SiC) etched waveguide module sets a new benchmark for slimness and lightness, with a thickness of just 0.65mm and a weight of 3.5 grams. This module delivers crisp imagery with excellent color uniformity, demonstrating Goertek's expertise in advanced optical materials and processes.

In the MR domain, Goertek's Electrically Tunable Liquid Crystal Molecular Focusing solution addresses the Vergence-Accommodation Conflict (VAC), a fundamental challenge in XR. This technology enables dynamic optical adjustment and vision correction, compensating for myopia and hyperopia without the need for additional corrective lenses. The slim and lightweight profile of the liquid crystal lens allows for seamless integration into VR, MR, and AR devices, enhancing user comfort and convenience.

Goertek's comprehensive portfolio at CES 2026 underscores its ability to integrate cutting-edge technologies into practical and versatile XR solutions. As the XR sector moves toward broader commercialization, Goertek's innovations provide a clear path forward for mainstream adoption, addressing critical industry challenges in display performance, wearability, and usability.