May 18, 2025
Mainstream AR Glasses: What Will It Take by 2026?
Mainstream AR Glasses: What Will It Take by 2026? Augmented Reality (AR) glasses have long been touted as the next big thing in personal technology. Yet, despite significant advancements, they haven’t achieved mainstream adoption. What are the key hurdles, and what needs to happen for AR glasses to become a common sight by 2026? Current State of AR Glasses Today’s AR glasses, such as the Microsoft HoloLens 2 and Magic Leap 2, are powerful but primarily cater to enterprise applications. These devices are used in industries like manufacturing, healthcare, and design for tasks such as remote assistance, training, and visualization.