Vuzix Announces Android 11 Support for Its Latest Portfolio of Enterprise Smart Glasses

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On February 22, 2023, Vuzix Corporation (NASDAQ: VUZI) announced that its latest smart glasses, including the Vuzix M400™, M4000™, Shield™, and Blade 2™, are now fully compatible with Android 11. This update enhances security and user experience through timely security patches and support for WPA3 Wi-Fi. Enhanced integration with Mobile Device Management (MDM) software, including solutions from Microsoft and Workspace ONE, allows for more efficient device management for enterprise customers. The update also improves navigation and control through expanded voice commands, as reported by Vuzix President Paul Travers.

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• Smart glasses now operate on Android 11, enhancing security and user experience.
• Compatibility with WPA3 Wi-Fi improves network security.
• Better integration with MDMs streamlines device management for enterprises.
• Expanded voice commands enhance navigation and control experience.

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ROCHESTER, N.Y., Feb. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Vuzix® Corporation (NASDAQ: VUZI), ("Vuzix" or, the "Company"), a leading supplier of Smart Glasses and Augmented Reality (AR) technology and products, today announced that its latest portfolio of enterprise smart glasses, consisting of the Vuzix M400™, Vuzix M4000™, Vuzix Shield™ and Vuzix Blade 2™, are now all fully able to operate using Android 11. This advanced OS enables a variety of key benefits, some of the most notable being a more secure platform, improved user experience, easier integration with a variety of Mobile Device Management (MDM) software packages, and enablement of advanced android features within third party apps.

The use of Android 11 across Vuzix' smart glasses allows for an increase in security and peace of mind for enterprise customers. This operating system allows users to stay up to date with security patches and Android security updates. Android 11 also adds the ability to connect to the WPA3 Wi-Fi protocol, the latest standard in Wi-Fi security, with all products supporting 2.4 and 5ghz frequencies.

Another key feature of the latest update is the improved management of devices configurable across a variety of Mobile Device Management (MDM) software platforms. Such improvements enable enterprise-ready security and performance. Admins can enroll new devices into their platforms with ease, as Android 11 is compatible with a broader set of MDMs, including Microsoft InTune, Workspace One, and many more. This allows for IT departments to easily and quickly configure Vuzix devices, manage compliance, view all hardware properties, and much more; giving enterprise-level companies the security they need to feel safe onboarding potentially large quantities of glasses in a streamlined fashion and manage from one central location.

"Vuzix is continuously striving to offer our smart glasses customers the best user experience in the market," said Paul Travers, President and CEO of Vuzix. "As a direct response to extensive user feedback sessions, the implementation of Android 11 of our smart glasses increases their ease of use by supporting expanded voice commands for streamlined navigation and control selections on the interface. In addition, system icons have been revamped to make it easier to differentiate and discern under any conditions."

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 278 patents and patents pending and numerous IP licenses in the Video Eyewear field. Moviynt, an SAP Certified ERP SaaS logistics solution provider, is a Vuzix wholly owned subsidiary. The Company has won Consumer Electronics Show (or CES) awards for innovation for the years 2005 to 2023 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 the 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 Smart Glasses 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.

Vuzix 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, West Henrietta, NY 14586 USA,
Investor Information – IR@vuzix.com  www.vuzix.com

 

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FAQ

What new features does Vuzix's smart glasses have with Android 11?

Vuzix's smart glasses now feature enhanced security, better user experience, WPA3 Wi-Fi compatibility, and improved integration with Mobile Device Management (MDM) software.

When was Android 11 support announced for Vuzix smart glasses?

Android 11 support for Vuzix smart glasses was announced on February 22, 2023.

How does Android 11 improve security for Vuzix smart glasses?

Android 11 allows for timely security patches and updates, enhancing the overall security of Vuzix smart glasses for enterprise customers.

What is the significance of MDM software compatibility for Vuzix smart glasses?

MDM compatibility allows enterprise customers to manage devices more efficiently, including easy enrollment and compliance tracking.

What are the models of Vuzix smart glasses that support Android 11?

The models that support Android 11 are Vuzix M400™, M4000™, Shield™, and Blade 2™.