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Lens AR Saĝhorloĝo by Yuxuan Hua

Lens AR Saĝhorloĝo by Yuxuan Hua is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Arĝenta A' Design Award in Dezajno de Porteblaj Teknologioj Competition Category.


ArĝentoPortebla Teknologio· 2025

Lens AR Saĝhorloĝo

by Yuxuan Hua

Arĝenta A' Design Award Winner in Portebla Teknologio Category

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The Design

About Lens AR Saĝhorloĝo

Lens estas AR saĝhorloĝo por impresoplenaj eksterdoma aventuroj, kunfandante spontanecon kun simpleco. Dum ekzistantaj AR aparatoj kiel saĝaj okulvitroj kaj saĝtelefonoj sentas trud-emaj aŭ perturbas esploradon, Lens ofertas senjuntan alternativon. Portata kiel horloĝo, la AR funkcioj de Lens estas disponeblaj kiam bezonataj, netrudaj kaj ĉiam pretaj. Dizajnita por esti tenata kiel tradicia monokularo, ĝi malkaŝas novan mondon kun pliigita enhavo: identigi kreitaĵojn, esplori novajn vojetojn, aŭ malkovri konstelacojn. Lens senjunte kunfandas la nostalĝon de optika malkovro kun la ekscito de moderna esplorado.

The Recognition

About the Arĝenta A' Design Award

Lens AR Saĝhorloĝo estas gajninto de la Arĝenta A' Design Award, grandege prestiĝa rekono donata al plejklasaj, belegaj kaj impresaj dezajnoj. La Arĝentaj gajnintoj estas treege brilaj kaj treege kreemaj verkoj, kiuj ilustras la elstaran sperton, talenton kaj sagacon de siaj dezajnistoj. Oni atendas, ke Lens AR Saĝhorloĝo estu mirinda, montrinda verko, kiu estas rimarkinde profesia kaj profunde nova. Ĉi tiu dezajno gajninta la Arĝentan A' Design Award estas tre rimarkinda, admirata inventaĵo, kiu profitigas kaj antaŭenigas la limojn de arto, scienco, dezajno kaj teknologio. Lens AR Saĝhorloĝo estas vaste enviata kreaĵo, kiu vekas dezirojn, alportas pozitivajn sentojn kaj ekbrilas miron kaj mirigon.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties
Lens is an AR smartwatch for immersive outdoor adventures, blending spontaneity with simplicity. Unlike intrusive AR tools like smart glasses or smartphones, Lens offers a seamless alternative. Worn like a watch, its AR features are unobtrusive and ready when needed. Designed to be held like a monocular, Lens unveils a world of augmented content, merging the nostalgia of telescopic discovery with the thrill of modern exploration.
Dimensions & Packaging
*Dimensions*
-Watch Diameter: 48mm (ideal for a balance of functionality and portability)
-Thickness: 20mm
-Weight: 68g
Tags
Augmented Reality, Smartwatch, Outdoor, Monocular, AR, Wearable Technologies
Production Technology
Lens was designed with a focus on ergonomic comfort and seamless functionality. Crafted from aerospace-grade aluminum for durability and lightweight wear, it features advanced AR projection, a wide FOV camera for immersive visuals, and a compact LiDAR for precise spatial mapping. The quick-detach mechanism enhances versatility, while extensive prototyping and real-world testing ensured optimal performance for outdoor exploration.
Research
We interviewed hikers, foragers, and stargazers to uncover their main frustrations with outdoor AR apps:

1.Devices were too bulky to carry comfortably.
2.Many were too fragile for rugged environments.
3.Frequent screen interactions disrupted the flow of exploration.

And these insights guided our design:

1.A quick-detach mechanism.
2.Intuitive monocular-holding gesture for seamless AR interaction.
3.A capacitive haptic button enabling both simple and complex controls.
4.An integrated haptic motor to reduce cognitive load, letting users stay focused on their surroundings.
Inspiration
Lens was inspired by the age-old act of sighting through telescopes, reimagined for the modern adventurer. Designed to be held like a traditional monocular, it blends the nostalgia of optical discovery with cutting-edge AR technology. Addressing the shortcomings of other AR tools - like the intrusiveness of glasses or the disruption of smartphones - Lens enhances exploration with instant, unobtrusive insights while preserving the spontaneity of outdoor adventures.
Project Duration
Lens began during the pandemic in 2021, driven by a desire to enhance connections and exploration during a unique time. After two years of development, it was completed in December 2023, ready to redefine how we engage with the world around us.
Operation Flow
Lens works seamlessly as a smartwatch and transforms into an AR monocular when removed from the wrist. Interaction is intuitive - simply hold it up to access features like navigation, identification, and stargazing. Key frames include wrist-worn mode for portability and monocular mode for immersive AR. Its unobtrusive design outperforms other tools by delivering instant insights without disrupting the natural experience, ensuring spontaneity and immersion.

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