IXI autofocus glasses: what we know
Finnish startup IXI is developing autofocus prescription glasses that use eye-tracking and liquid-crystal (LCD) lenses to automatically change focus based on where you look. The goal is to replace bifocals and progressive lenses with a single, normal-looking pair of spectacles that work at all distances.
Key features
- Eye-tracking + LCD optics that adjust focus in real time.
- Design aims to look like regular eyewear (thinner frames than many smart glasses).
- Low-power electronics and tiny batteries claiming roughly a day of use on a single charge.
- If batteries die, lenses function as standard distance spectacles.
Production & partnerships
Engadget reported IXI acquired lens-maker Finnsusp and entered a long-term partnership with OptiSwiss. Independent searches (TechCrunch, IXI official site, The Next Web, MAFO, Cookie Magazine) confirm IXI is moving toward commercialization but do not show public confirmation of the Finnsusp acquisition or the OptiSwiss partnership as of this post. IXI’s site and recent coverage note funding and progress toward production, but official pricing and shipping dates are still TBA.
Who it’s for
IXI targets people with presbyopia who currently use bifocals, progressives or multiple pairs of glasses and want an easier, more natural experience without the distortions of varifocals.
Sources
- IXI official site
- TechCrunch coverage
- The Next Web overview
- Cookie Magazine writeup
- MAFO Optics piece
Note: This post excludes the Engadget RSS link mentioned in some coverage. We will update if IXI publishes an official press release confirming acquisitions or partnerships.
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