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Vuzix Corporation is thrilled toannouncetheir latest innovation to the Video Eyewear market; iWear AV310 Widescreen. This first-ever consumer iWear with a true widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio giving users a true homemovietheater feel. The AV310 projects a virtual 52' screen from 9-feet and will run for five full hours on a single AA battery. Additionally, the AV310 offers independentfocusadjustment, adjustable earbuds and nosepiece for unmatched long term comfort. Users can also expectimprovedcompatibility, as the AV310 is compatible with all NTSC or PAL devices with a video output. Compatible devices include:
All iPod models
Portable media players
Videocameras
Cellularphoneswith video output
Gaming consoles
Digital cameras
DVD players
Vuzix Corporation is thrilled toannouncetheir latest innovation to the Video Eyewear market; iWear AV310 Widescreen. This first-ever consumer iWear with a true widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio giving users a true homemovietheater feel. The AV310 projects a virtual 52' screen from 9-feet and will run for five full hours on a single AA battery. Additionally, the AV310 offers independentfocusadjustment, adjustable earbuds and nosepiece for unmatched long term comfort. Users can also expectimprovedcompatibility, as the AV310 is compatible with all NTSC or PAL devices with a video output. Compatible devices include:
All iPod models
Portable media players
Videocameras
Cellularphoneswith video output
Gaming consoles
Digital cameras
DVD players
"We are committed to providing our customers with the latest innovation in thisexcitingcategory and are delighted to provide the world's first and only widescreen video eyewear," said Vuzix CEO Paul Travers. "The revolutionary iWear AV310 Widescreen is the ideal choice for themobileconsumer who's craving a way to significantly enhance their portable viewing experience," added Travers.
The AV310's features include:
Virtual 52' screen viewed from 9-feet
Full 16:9 Widescreen Aspect Ratio
Independent +2 to -5 diopter focus, providing individual adjustment for each eye
Twin high-resolution LCD displays from Kopin Corporation
"Vuzix' 3D" watermark compliant
Removable and comfort fit earbuds
Adjustable, hypoallergenic nosepiece
AccuTilt viewer with 15 degrees of tilt adjustment
Up to 5 hours of battery life on one AA battery
On screen display settings control
For use with or without eyeglasses
MSRP $249.95
The AV310 will be available via Brookstone, SkyMall, MicroCenter, Hammacher Schlemmer and Vuzix.com.
Vuzix isn't the first 3D HMD we've come across, or the largest virtual display (likened to a 52' screen viewed from 9-feet), it's the first 16:9 widescreen version to hit the market. Equipped for use with both NTSC and PAL.
"We are committed to providing our customers with the latest innovation in thisexcitingcategory and are delighted to provide the world's first and only widescreen video eyewear," said Vuzix CEO Paul Travers. "The revolutionary iWear AV310 Widescreen is the ideal choice for themobileconsumer who's craving a way to significantly enhance their portable viewing experience," added Travers.
The AV310's features include:
Virtual 52' screen viewed from 9-feet
Full 16:9 Widescreen Aspect Ratio
Independent +2 to -5 diopter focus, providing individual adjustment for each eye
Twin high-resolution LCD displays from Kopin Corporation
"Vuzix' 3D" watermark compliant
Removable and comfort fit earbuds
Adjustable, hypoallergenic nosepiece
AccuTilt viewer with 15 degrees of tilt adjustment
Up to 5 hours of battery life on one AA battery
On screen display settings control
For use with or without eyeglasses
MSRP $249.95
The AV310 will be available via Brookstone, SkyMall, MicroCenter, Hammacher Schlemmer and Vuzix.com.
Vuzix isn't the first 3D HMD we've come across, or the largest virtual display (likened to a 52' screen viewed from 9-feet), it's the first 16:9 widescreen version to hit the market. Equipped for use with both NTSC and PAL.
