Appotronics at CES 2026: AR Smart Glasses Breakthrough
At CES 2026, the world’s most significant technology stage, Appotronics showcases how its laser expertise drives the next generation of augmented reality smart glasses.
Appotronics leads with two optical engines that use a singular-engine binocular design. The ultra-miniaturised Dragonfly G1 Mini sits alongside the world’s first full-colour binocular display engine, the Dragonfly C1. This approach replaces the traditional dual-engine system. It also accelerates the shift towards truly wearable, affordable, AI-powered smart glasses.
Appotronics has unveiled the Dragonfly G1 Mini as a new benchmark for compact design. The engine measures just 0.2cc. It comes in much smaller than the Dragonfly G1 at 0.35cc, which the company released in September. It still delivers a 1000:1 contrast ratio. The Dragonfly C1 measures 0.4cc. It breaks new ground as the world’s first RGB dual-split LCoS laser optical engine. It enables rich, full-colour binocular AR display from a single, unified module.
This singular-engine binocular design removes the need for two separate optical engines. It cuts overall system volume, weight, and complexity. Manufacturers can lower production costs, reduce power consumption, and gain more design freedom. They can then create sleeker wearable AR glasses.
Appotronics also set out its direction for daily augmented reality. "The Dragonfly C1 propels the entire industry into the chromatic, full-colour era," said Chen Menghao, General Manager of the Appotronics Innovation Centre, during live demonstrations. "By enabling high-quality binocular vision from one engine, we are removing a major barrier to compact, all-day wearability. This full-colour canvas will allow AR glasses makers to integrate more sophisticated applications, finally delivering an immersive and useful experience that consumers can enjoy throughout their day."
Chen also linked mass-market adoption to comfort and weight. "The target is clear: a fully-functional pair should ideally be under 30 grams—comparable to ordinary eyeglasses. Our singular-engine design is a crucial step toward that goal, helping clients balance advanced performance with true wearability."
Appotronics already shows this vision in real products. Sharge equips the Loomos AI Display Glasses S1 with the Dragonfly G1 Mini. That combination brings the total weight to 29 grams. Other full-featured smart glasses, such as the Meta Ray-Ban, weigh 69 grams, although they serve different functional purposes. Appotronics also tailors optical parameters, including lens curvature, to match each client’s design needs.
Appotronics extends its CES 2026 showcase beyond AR display technology. The company demonstrates laser technology for personal wellness, including hair regrowth and skin rejuvenation devices, at The Venetian. Its subsidiary, Formovie, also showcases the latest advances in ALPD® laser technology for home entertainment in the Central Hall at the Las Vegas Convention Centre.