Introduction to Epson’s Moverio BT-200
Epson demonstrated its latest innovation, the Moverio BT-200, a pair of Android-based smart glasses featuring a stereoscopic 3D VR display, a camera for augmented reality applications, and head tracking. The device is an improvement over its predecessor, the Moverio BT-100, and runs on Android 4.0.
Features of the Moverio BT-200
The Moverio BT-200 boasts a dual-core, 1GHz Cortex-A9 processor and a binocular 960 x 540-pixel (qHD) display. The device’s optical light guide system and tiny LCD-based projection lens provide a see-through overlay of digital content onto real-world views, enabling augmented reality applications. The stereoscopic, full-color virtual display offers a 16:9 aspect ratio and a 23-degree field of view. Additionally, the device encompasses a front-facing camera, WiFi, Bluetooth 3.0, and a microSD slot.
Technical Specifications
The Moverio BT-200 has plenty of impressive technical specifications, including:
- Dual-core, 1GHz Cortex-A9 processor
- Binocular 960 x 540-pixel (qHD) display
- Optical light guide system and tiny LCD-based projection lens
- Front-facing camera
- WiFi and Bluetooth 3.0
- MicroSD slot
- Dolby Digital Plus audio
- Native support for MP4 with H.264 plus AAC
Potential Applications
The Moverio BT-200 targets each consumers and industrial applications, with potential uses in training, logistics, science, medicine, security, and education. Epson is working with partners to develop vertical applications for the device.
Developer Program and Apps
Epson has launched a developer program for the Moverio BT-200, and several other apps were demonstrated on the Epson SmartWare Pavilion at CES, including:
- Namco Bandai Studios’ table-top virtual fighting game
- Psyclops’ virtual reality, first-person shooter
- Scope AR’s in-view, augmented reality assistance app
- APX Labs’ demonstrations running on the APX Skylight platform for enterprise smart glasses
- Evena Medical’s demonstration of the Eyes-OnGlasses point-of-care wearable medical imaging system
Availability and Pricing
The Moverio BT-200 will begin shipping in March for $700, and pre-orders can be found on Epson’s website.
Conclusion
The Epson Moverio BT-200 is a cutting-edge device that gives a singular combination of augmented reality and virtual reality capabilities. With its impressive technical specifications and potential applications, the Moverio BT-200 is an exciting development in the sphere of smart glasses. While it is probably not suitable for all consumers as a consequence of its size and weight, it has the potential to make a big impact in industrial and industrial settings.
