Essilor, a prominent French eyewear manufacturer, has introduced a groundbreaking advancement in the form of the Varilux XR Series—a progressive lens that utilizes behavioral artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance visual precision. This innovative technology is poised to revolutionize the visual journey for countless individuals, establishing new standards in terms of sharpness, ease, and flexibility. By merging cutting-edge AI with eyewear, Essilor aims to redefine how people experience the world through their lenses.
Leveraging the synergy of AI and individual lifestyles, EssilorLuxottica’s experts have seamlessly integrated technology into the Varilux XR Series, an eyewear line aimed at elevating overall visual experience. With the average human eyes engaging in around 100,000 movements daily to process the influx of visual data, Essilor’s researchers delved into the dynamics of over 6,500 individuals. This comprehensive study illuminated the lives and visual obstacles faced by progressive addition lens users. By collecting an impressive dataset of over 1 million data points, a pioneering behavioral modeling system was crafted. This system adeptly forecasts how these individuals interact with the objects in their surroundings, marking a significant breakthrough.
Currently, the Varilux XR Series is readily accessible at major optical outlets across India, commencing at a price of Rs 32,500, as reported by the company. The potency of artificial intelligence is intricately tied to the abundance, excellence, and diversity of data, along with their meticulous analysis. Unique insights, derived from an amalgamation of customer orders, real-life wearer trials, in-store measurements, and physiological models, are exclusively available through Essilor. Dr. Norbert Gorny, Co-chief Operating Officer at EssilorLuxottica, emphasized the significance of this endeavor. He stated that, through the application of digital twinning technology, it has become possible to construct a visual behavior profile tailored to each individual prescription. As a result, the Varilux XR Series stands as the inaugural eye-responsive lens that respects the innate tendencies of the human eye.
Crafted utilizing cutting-edge XR-motion technology, the Varilux XR Series enhances binocular vision, ensuring crystal-clear visuals even in dynamic settings. The company highlighted that wearers can anticipate a remarkable increase of up to 49% in their field of vision compared to its forerunner, as indicated in their official statement. Moreover, the lens is fortified with Crizal technology, acting as an imperceptible barrier to safeguard both the wearer’s eyes and the lens itself.
Engineered with a strong emphasis on environmental mindfulness, the Varilux XR Series encompasses its design and packaging, according to the company’s statement. Narasimhan Narayanan, Country Head of EssilorLuxottica South Asia, explained that the lens integrates XR-motion technology, elevating binocular vision to ensure immediate clarity, even during movement, aligning with the evolving visual requirements of the lens wearer.
