Mezu revolutionizes AR glasses: First offline payment function presented!

Mezu revolutionizes AR glasses: First offline payment function presented!

Hongkong, China - On April 29, 2025, Meizu presented the world's first offline payment function for AR glasses in Hong Kong. This innovative function is integrated into the new Starv Air2 Smart Glasses. The introduction of this function will be gradually carried out in the third quarter of 2025 and is intended to make it easier to use Smart Glasses by making payments without a mobile device. This represents a significant progress in the new development field of consumer electronics. According to information from Oots.at And popularity of his Starv series, which was able to conquer 41.5 % of the AR Smart glasses market in China in the first quarter.

The offline payment function was developed in cooperation with Ant International Alipay+ and uses modern technologies such as optical wave conductor displays, language noise reduction and camera-based scanning of codes. Every new model of Smart Glasses that brings Meizu on the market in 2025 will offer exciting functionality.

growth of the market for smart glasses

The market for smart glasses is in a remarkable growth phase. According to a report by GrandviewResearch.com in 2024 was estimated to be $ 1.93 billion and is expected to be an annual growth rate from 27.3 % to 8.26 Billions increase. The drivers of this growth are technological progress and the increasing demand for consumers according to portable technology, such as AR applications.

The functions of smart glasses improve everyday experiences in areas such as navigation, communication and fitness monitoring. Increased demand is also promoted by the increase in remote work and virtual collaboration tools. Governments worldwide support the introduction of smart glasses through initiatives and funding programs, which creates additional growth potential. Especially in emerging countries there are increasing growth opportunities because consumers' awareness increases.

technological developments and market trends

Meizu, which is part of the Dreamsmart Group, focuses on innovation and the integration of AI ecosystems into its products. The Flyme-Ki model works with well-known third-party providers such as Alibaba Cloud and bytedance. This could expand the possible uses of Smart Glasses and increase their attractiveness.

In the Audio-Smart Glasses segment, which held the largest share of sales in 2024, there is an enormous need for free-handed audio experience. The demand for immersive smart glasses is also growing, which spurs the industry for research and development in order to continuously improve the functionalities, designs and the use of use.

With significant investments in research and development, the focus on customer loyalty strategies and cooperation with technology companies, the signs of dynamic growth in the industry are good. Mezu is at the top of these developments that will shape the next generation of smart glasses.