Imec Joins AR Alliance for AR Wearable Innovation

PISCATAWAY, N.J., Dec. 18, 2024 – The Interuniversity Microelectronics Centre (imec) has officially joined the AR Alliance as a non-profit member. This collaboration aims to accelerate the development of augmented reality (AR) wearable devices, fostering a robust ecosystem for AR hardware innovation.

Advancing AR Together

The AR Alliance provides a neutral platform where companies of all sizes collaborate to develop groundbreaking AR technologies. Members work collectively to create processes and solutions that enhance AR wearables, delivering meaningful user experiences.

Dr. Bharath Rajagopalan, Chair of the AR Alliance, emphasized the collaborative mission:

“The AR market has immense potential for everyone to thrive together. Imec’s addition brings unparalleled expertise, further propelling innovation across the AR supply chain.”

About the AR Alliance

Founded by major industry players like STMicroelectronics, META, Google, and Qualcomm, the AR Alliance fosters a non-competitive environment. Its flexible membership supports organizations at all stages, ensuring diverse voices are heard in advancing AR technology.

About imec

Celebrating 40 years of innovation, imec leads microchip research globally, shaping industries such as health, mobility, energy, and data technologies. As a world-renowned “chip lab,” imec drives innovation in vital application areas, pushing the boundaries of what technology can achieve.