KiWear and Qualcomm Debut Innovative Smart Ring for AI Glasses at AWE USA 2025, Addressing Interactive Challenges in Growing Market

LONG BEACH, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--KiWear, Inc. unveiled a smart ring input solution designed specifically for smart glasses and AI glasses during Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.’s opening keynote at AWE USA 2025. This reference design is the result of a collaboration between KiWear and Qualcomm, aimed at providing OEMs with advanced interactive solutions for AI smart glasses. Industry analysts forecast a 60% year-over-year growth in smart glasses shipments for 2025, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) exceeding 60% through 2029. Ziad Asghar, Senior Vice President and General Manager of XR at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., commented, "Qualcomm Technologies is driving the AI glasses industry with our Snapdragon XR Platforms. KiWear's smart ring, developed with algorithms co-engineered by Qualcomm Technologies, is an excellent input device for smart glasses and AI glasses. This new reference design will significantly assist OEMs in delivering intuitive and discreet gesture-based interaction, which is essential for the expanding category of AI smart glasses." Chris Shi, Founder and CEO of KiWear, Inc., expressed his excitement about the partnership: "We are delighted to collaborate with industry leaders like Qualcomm to create next-generation input solutions for both AI and XR. Our goal is to enhance user experiences and foster broader adoption of smart glasses." KiWear, a pioneer in human-computer interaction (HCI) innovation, has developed cutting-edge smart ring technology that facilitates smooth, hand-centric interactions with smart and AI glasses. Addressing the longstanding issue of input mechanisms, KiWear’s solutions aim to overcome the barriers that have hindered widespread smart glasses adoption. Formed in April 2025, KiWear is a Delaware-based company dedicated to delivering comprehensive HCI solutions, including multi-degree-of-freedom (DoF) controllers, smart rings, and wearables. The company boasts a team of renowned computer vision scientists, AI/XR integration experts, and hardware/software innovators, with expertise ranging from concept development to mass production. KiWear has established partnerships and provides exclusive solutions to six out of the top 10 global consumer electronics leaders. In addition to its U.S. headquarters, the company has research and development (R&D) hubs in Shanghai and Beijing, allowing it to work closely with leading technology conglomerates to develop natural HCI solutions for the next generation of XR and AI products. During AWE USA, attendees will have the opportunity to experience KiWear's smart ring and watch technologies at the Qualcomm Technologies booth (Booth 209). These demonstrations will showcase how seamlessly these innovations integrate with smart glasses platforms, highlighting the potential for more intuitive and user-friendly devices. Snapdragon is a trademark or registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated. Products bearing the Snapdragon brand are produced by Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries.