Investment Rating - The report assigns an "Accumulate" rating for the smart glasses industry, indicating a positive outlook for investment in this sector [4]. Core Insights - The smart glasses industry is expected to enter a rapid growth phase, with companies in the supply chain poised to benefit from an upturn in market conditions. Recommended companies include Mingyue Lens, which is actively collaborating with leading brands, and Inpias, which is accelerating its entry into the smart sports equipment market [4][6]. - CES 2026 showcased a variety of innovative smart glasses, highlighting trends such as differentiated design, multi-core solutions for improved performance, and a focus on niche markets. Notable products include AI-integrated devices that enhance user experience through features like automatic life recording and real-time translation [2][6][7]. Summary by Sections Industry Overview - CES 2026 attracted over 4,000 companies, with more than 250 exhibitors focused on XR (extended reality) technologies. Major Chinese brands like Thunderbird Innovation, XREAL, and Rokid presented their latest smart glasses, emphasizing unique designs and advanced functionalities [6][7]. Product Highlights - Key products featured at CES 2026 include: - Thunderbird's X3 Pro, the first dual-eye AR glasses with eSIM support - XREAL's AR glasses with a 240Hz refresh rate - Rokid's lightweight AI glasses, designed for comfort and functionality [7][8]. Market Projections - Global smart glasses sales are projected to reach 1.52 million units in 2024, with a significant increase to 3.5 million units in 2025, representing a 230% year-on-year growth. By 2029, global sales are expected to hit 60 million units, with a CAGR of 109% from 2025 to 2029 [4][6].

Summary of Key Points from the Conference Call Industry Overview - The smart glasses industry is experiencing significant advancements, particularly highlighted at CES 2026, with a focus on AI and AR technologies. Despite many new brands and products emerging from China, the US market still finds these innovations novel [2][3]. Company Highlights Meta - Meta maintains a leading position in the smart glasses sector, with its Redmi Meta series AI glasses achieving sales of 8 million units in 2025. The AR glasses, Meta Raven Display, exceeded expectations with 80,000 units sold shortly after launch [1][2]. - In 2026, Meta plans to release audio glasses in collaboration with Ray-Ban and Oakley, featuring hearing aid capabilities and applications for children's attention enhancement and translation. The expected shipment for a small batch of iterative AR glasses is 200,000 units [1][6]. - Meta's software updates include enhanced video capabilities and audio systems that function as hearing aids, significantly improving user experience [5]. Xiaomi - Xiaomi plans to launch AI glasses and monochrome waveguide AR glasses in 2026, with expected shipments of 200,000 to 300,000 units for AR glasses and over 300,000 units for AI glasses [13]. XGIMI - XGIMI introduced a new AI glasses model weighing only 28.9 grams, making it the lightest in the market, priced at $599 and expected to launch in Q2 2026 [4][9]. Rokid - Rokid glasses are currently the best-selling AR glasses, with monthly shipments exceeding 30,000 units and a target of 1 million units by 2026 [11]. Apple - Apple is developing AI and AR glasses, with the AI model entering the new product introduction phase, aiming for a 2026 release. However, challenges related to hardware development and time constraints are present [3][16]. ByteDance - ByteDance is working on two models of smart glasses, one without a display and another similar to Rokid Glasses, with potential release dates in late 2026 or 2027 [14]. Market Trends and Challenges - The demand for smart glasses is heavily influenced by weight and comfort, with a target of under 50 grams for all-day wear. Achieving a weight below 30 grams is seen as crucial for expanding the user base [18]. - The supply side faces challenges in achieving clear displays, diverse styles, and developing "killer applications" that meet high-frequency user needs [21]. Competitive Landscape - The smart glasses market is not expected to see a price war in 2026 due to rational consumer behavior and a supply-demand imbalance, particularly in the domestic market [23]. Conclusion - The smart glasses industry is poised for growth with significant innovations from leading companies like Meta, Xiaomi, and XGIMI. The focus on lightweight designs and enhanced functionalities will be critical in meeting consumer demands and expanding market reach [2][18].

Group 1 - Lei Jun, founder and CEO of Xiaomi, confirmed that there are no plans for the Xiaomi SU3 model, dismissing various online speculations as mostly false [2][3] - Baidu's autonomous ride-hailing service, Apollo Go, has received the first batch of autonomous driving road licenses from the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority, allowing it to conduct fully autonomous road tests on designated public roads [3] Group 2 - Gaode announced the launch of the "Million Firewood Good Store Support Plan," which aims to support 1 million offline merchants by providing free access to aerial street views, with over 860,000 restaurants having joined since September 10, 2025, leading to significant increases in orders and revenue [4] - Hyundai plans to deploy Boston Dynamics' Atlas humanoid robots in its U.S. factories starting in 2028 and is exploring a subscription model for robot services [5] - TCL showcased its printed OLED vehicle display and independent communication AR glasses at CES 2026, with the latter achieving a 24% market share in the global AR glasses market by Q3 2025, maintaining the top shipment volume for two consecutive quarters [6]