tech: Vuzix AV230 XL
This set of goggles is really quite a strange device.
There’s a 320×240 OLED screen in each side of the visor, so that the brain interprets the two as a large screen a few feet in front of you.
The visor connects to a device like an iPod, N95/96 or any device with a composite output.
It’s great for getting a big screen experience on the go. However, you do look like a little bit of a pillock. Watch the video for my verdict.






I can’t believe how long it’s taking to get proper spatial light modulating displays which can overlay opaque micro-pixels onto the otherwise transparent glass in front of each eyeball.
Then you could see through them, but also have video displayed wherever you want in your field of vision, and also have any other ‘virtual objects’ placed stereoscopically into your field of vision. Like GPS signposts, or a huge hand pointing into a Starbucks you’re about to walk past. Or even a herd of wild horses stampeding down the street if that’s your thing.
Usable head-up displays and head-up keyboards can only be a few years away now. Come ON sci-fi future. Hurry up!