Apple looks increasingly like it plans to release an augmented reality (AR) headset after the tech giant confirmed its acquisition of Akonia Holographics. Akonia has previously raised $11.6 million in a Series A funding round taking place in 2012. The Colorado-based company describes itself as a global leader in "systems and materials for holography" and has developed HoloMirror display technology, which overlays a level AR on physical environments. HoloMirror's performance is suitable for low-cost consumer AR headsets, it adds. In addition to AR, Apple's new iPhone will also include support for ARKit, the framework that allows developers to create apps with 3D graphics using the iPhone's camera.
Apple looks increasingly like it plans to release an augmented reality (AR) headset after the tech giant confirmed its acquisition of Akonia Holographics. The Colorado-based company describes itself as a global leader in "systems and materials for holography" and has developed HoloMirror display technology, which overlays a level AR on physical environments. HoloMirror's performance is suitable for low-cost consumer AR headsets, it adds. In addition to AR, Apple's new iPhone will also include support for ARKit, the framework that allows developers to create apps with 3D graphics using the iPhone's camera.