Vuzix Adds Microsoft Intune and MobileIron Mobile Device Management Application Support for its M400 Smart Glasses

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Vuzix Corporation (NASDAQ: VUZI) announced the integration of Microsoft Intune and MobileIron mobile device management (MDM) applications with its M400 Smart Glasses. This support allows enterprise customers to efficiently deploy and manage smart glasses at scale, enhancing device security and management capabilities. The M400 can quickly be enrolled in MobileIron's system, minimizing setup time. This development aligns with Vuzix's commitment to satisfying Fortune 1000 companies' security needs as they consider large-scale rollouts of the M400 Smart Glasses.

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• Support from major MDM platforms like Microsoft Intune and MobileIron enhances the usability and integration of M400 Smart Glasses for enterprise customers.
• Efficient device management allows enterprises to deploy M400 Smart Glasses at scale, meeting the needs of Fortune 1000 companies.

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ROCHESTER, N.Y., Aug. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Vuzix® Corporation (NASDAQ: VUZI), ("Vuzix" or, the "Company"), a leading supplier of Smart Glasses and Augmented Reality (AR) technology and products, announced today the support of mobile device management applications Microsoft Intune and MobileIron Core and MobileIron Cloud for use with Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses. 

As enterprise customers scale the quantities of their deployed smart glasses, mobile device management (MDM) is an important onboarding process for many of Vuzix' larger customers and in some cases is the final stage prior to broader enterprise rollouts.  With the latest MDM support from Microsoft Intune and MobileIron, enterprise customers can efficiently deploy network configurations, certificates, remote install applications, remotely lock or wipe a device, enforce device passcodes and view device inventory details. 

The Vuzix M400 can be quickly enrolled into the MobileIron UEM using the Device Admin deployment method (other Android Enrollment modes are not currently supported), to allow end users to pick up the device and instantly see the efficiency increases without needing to go through a configuration/setup phase. The Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses have also been added to MobileIron's marketplace, which allows MobileIron enterprise companies interested in smart glasses to connect directly with Vuzix for their go-to-market solution.  MobileIron Core is a key component of the MobileIron Platform. It is the administrative console through which administrators can define security and management policies for devices, apps, and content.  MobileIron Core also integrates with enterprise IT systems such as LDAP directories, email, content repositories, and network access control systems.

"Security and management of Vuzix M400 Smart Glasses devices in the field are very important decision criteria for Fortune 1000 companies that are in the process of qualifying our M400 Smart Glasses for large scale rollouts," said Paul Travers, President and CEO of Vuzix.  "We are pleased to have the support and expertise of some of the largest mobile device management platforms to support our growing enterprise customer install base using Vuzix Smart Glasses."  

The Vuzix M400 is now supported by growing number of leading mobile device management software platforms including Microsoft Intine, MobileIron, VMWare Airwatch, SOTI MobiControl and 42Gears Sure MDM.  A downloadable whitepaper  containing more information about mobile device management to support larger Vuzix smart glasses deployments can be found here on Vuzix' website. 

About Vuzix Corporation

Vuzix is a leading supplier of Smart-Glasses and Augmented Reality (AR) technologies and products for the consumer and enterprise markets. The Company's products include personal display and wearable computing devices that offer users a portable high-quality viewing experience, provide solutions for mobility, wearable displays and augmented reality. Vuzix holds 166 patents and patents pending and numerous IP licenses in the Video Eyewear field. The Company has won Consumer Electronics Show (or CES) awards for innovation for the years 2005 to 2020 and several wireless technology innovation awards among others. Founded in 1997, Vuzix is a public company (NASDAQ: VUZI) with offices in Rochester, NY, Oxford, UK, and Tokyo, Japan.  For more information, visit Vuzix website, Twitter and Facebook pages.

Forward-Looking Statements Disclaimer

Certain statements contained in this news release are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and applicable Canadian securities laws. Forward looking statements contained in this release relate to Vuzix' business growth with MobileIron and other MDM providers mentioned, and among other things the Company's leadership in the Smart Glasses and AR display industry. They are generally identified by words such as "believes," "may," "expects," "anticipates," "should" and similar expressions. Readers should not place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, which are based upon the Company's beliefs and assumptions as of the date of this release. The Company's actual results could differ materially due to risk factors and other items described in more detail in the "Risk Factors" section of the Company's Annual Reports and MD&A filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission and applicable Canadian securities regulators (copies of which may be obtained at www.sedar.com or www.sec.gov). Subsequent events and developments may cause these forward-looking statements to change. The Company specifically disclaims any obligation or intention to update or revise these forward-looking statements as a result of changed events or circumstances that occur after the date of this release, except as required by applicable law.

Media and Investor Relations Contact:

Ed McGregor, Director of Investor Relations, Vuzix Corporation ed_mcgregor@vuzix.com Tel: (585) 359-5985

Vuzix Corporation, 25 Hendrix Road, Suite A, West Henrietta, NY 14586 USA,
Investor Information – IR@vuzix.com www.vuzix.com

 

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FAQ

What new support has Vuzix announced for its M400 Smart Glasses?

Vuzix announced support for Microsoft Intune and MobileIron mobile device management applications for its M400 Smart Glasses.

How does the integration of MDM applications benefit Vuzix's enterprise customers?

The integration allows enterprise customers to manage and deploy M400 Smart Glasses efficiently, ensuring security and ease of use.

What is the significance of Microsoft Intune and MobileIron for Vuzix?

These MDM platforms support Vuzix's growth in the enterprise sector by facilitating large-scale deployments of their smart glasses.

What type of companies are Vuzix targeting with their M400 Smart Glasses?

Vuzix is primarily targeting Fortune 1000 companies that require robust security and management for their smart glasses.

When was the announcement made regarding Vuzix's M400 Smart Glasses support?

The announcement was made on August 12, 2020.