On the occasion of the CES 2021 were officially unveiled i Lenovo ThinkReality A3 , an innovative device that enters the category of “ultralight smart glassess” for enterprise use. Turning to companies, the ThinkReality A3 are part an offer of digital solutions that aims to accelerate the process of intelligent transformation in companies and expand access to smart technologies to the greatest number of people.

More and more companies are launching hybrid business models with force distributed work, and in this context new smart collaboration technologies are continuously developed . The goal is to increase efficiency and reduce downtime, and in these cases the adoption of customized virtual monitors and 3D visualization of assisted management of workflows and training with Augmented Reality (AR) is essential. But how does Lenovo’s model work?

I Lenovo ThinkReality A3 connect to a PC (PC Edition) or select Motorola smartphones (all those using Snapdragon platforms 800 and later, or with DisplayPort functionality) via a USB-C cable (Industrial Edition). Versatile, portable and comfortable, Lenovo’s smart glasses wear like sunglasses and can be customized with optional industrial frames for added safety and durability. ThinkReality A3 are immersive, but do not isolate from the surrounding environment thanks to the use of AR technology. They are platform based Qualcomm Snapdragon XR1 and integrate stereoscopic displays at 1080 p, allowing the user to view up to 5 virtual displays . One 8MP RGB camera allows you to capture video up to 1080 p for the remote management of various specific workflows, while the two fisheye cameras enable the technology of room-scale tracking .

The glasses have been described as such by Jon Pershke , Lenovo Vice President of Strategy and Emerging Business, Intelligent Device Group:

“A3 is a lightweight next generation augmented reality solution ?? , powerful and versatile. These smart glasses are part of a comprehensive offering of integrated digital solutions from Lenovo, which includes this advanced AR device, ThinkReality software and Motorola smartphones. Whether it’s working in virtual spaces or providing remote support , ThinkReality A3 allow users to leverage their co expertise from wherever they are “.

The differences between PC Edition and Industrial Edition

ThinkReality A3 PC Edition is the variant that connects to a laptop PC or portable workstation to allow you to activate various virtual monitors, even large ones, in your own field of view and use Windows software and applications. Virtual monitors add value to the PC, in terms of productivity, privacy and immersive experiences for entire sectors such as finance, architecture and engineering, but also for any user who works remotely or on the move where space and privacy are limited. Virtual monitors are optimized and compatible with leading Lenovo ThinkPad laptop PCs and mobile workstations with Intel and AMD Ryzen processors.

ThinkReality A3 Industrial Edition can be associated with selected Motorola smartphones to carry out hands-free activities supported by technology AR in complex work environments. The version Industrial Edition is supported by the software platform ThinkReality, which enables business users to build, deploy and manage mixed reality applications and content on a global scale, with worldwide support. The adoption of this technology in factories, laboratories, crowded retail spaces or in hospitals is possible thanks to specific certifications available on the ThinkReality platform to activate functions such as remote assistance, guided workflows and 3D visualization. . From today, business users and specialized technicians have at their disposal a set of light, flexible and adaptable smart glassess to improve productivity and safety by reducing the error rate on daily activities.

Lenovo ThinkReality A3: availability

The smart glasses Lenovo ThinkReality A3 will be available in selected markets from the middle of 2021. More information will soon be available on the ThinkReality A3 official website.

Other Lenovo ThinkReality AR / VR products

The Lenovo ThinkReality platform helps accelerate the adoption of next-generation wearable technology in companies of all sizes. With the rise of ThinkReality hardware and software solutions in agnostic cloud ecosystems, enterprises have a wide choice to build and develop mixed reality technologies that boost business. Lenovo AR-enabled devices include ThinkReality A3 smart glasses and the ThinkReality A6 viewer . ThinkReality A6 integrates a series of sensors complete with different functions, expandable memory, waveguide optics with resolution 1080 p, and a removable battery for prolonged use of the display.

Then we have the viewer for virtual reality Lenovo Mirage VR S3 , expressly designed for business and ready to use on a global scale for soft-skill training activities. For advanced applications with mixed reality and augmented reality Lenovo has a portfolio of workstations certified for use with XR / VR headsets and is a reseller of Varjo solutions.