A recent report by Counterpoint said that 2023 is the year of next-generation VR headset launches. While several big tech companies - like Sony and HTC, are planning to launch their headsets, Mumbai-based startup AjnaLens has introduced its advanced Mixed Reality (MR) headsets. The startup has launched two headsets - AjnaXR Pro and AjnaXR SE - and they are now available for preorder on the official website. 

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AjnaLens, which won the CES Innovation Award as an honoree earlier this year, feels that these headsets will play an important role in providing training and creating a skilled workforce in India. Before launching these headsets, AjnaLens designed Augmented Reality (AR) headsets for the Indian army as well.

"At AjnaLens, we envision a future where technology can improve our society and help us achieve more. Our AjnaXR SE and AjnaXR PRO devices are a step towards that future. They show our commitment to pushing boundaries in training, learning and human development and demonstrating India's innovation on a global stage," said Abhijit Patil, Co-Founder and COO of AjnaLens.

Check the complete features of AjnaXR Pro and AjnaXR SE below:

 

  AjnaXR PRO AjnaXR SE
Processer Qualcomm XR 2 + Gen 1 chip
CPU Octa-core Kryo 585
GPU Adreno 650
Model NXGXR2306		 Qualcomm XR 2 + Gen 1 chip
CPU Octa-core Kryo 585
GPU Adreno 650
Model NXGXR2205
Optics Pancake
Adjustable IPD 59-68 mm
Adjustable Diopter Support
2 RGB camera (16MP HDR)
ultra low-latency color pass through		 Pancake
Adjustable IPD 59-68 mm
Adjustable Diopter 0-500°
2 RGB camera (16MP HDR)
ultra low-latency color pass through
Display Dual 2.1 inch F-LCD
Resolution 5K (4560 x 2280)
Refresh Rate 72Hz
FoV 95 - 105
PPI 1512
Foveated Rendering Support		 Dual 2.1 inch F-LCD
Resolution 3200 x 1600
Refresh Rate 90Hz
FoV 95 - 105
PPI 1058
Foveated Rendering Support
Device Weight ~500 gm
45 min use comfort
Color Black
Active Cooling		 Weight ~440 gm
45 min use comfort
Color Black
Active Cooling
Tracking 6DOF Tracking HMD inside-out
Tracking Frequency 30 Hz
Hand Tracking		 6DOF Tracking HMD inside-out
Tracking Frequency 30 Hz
Buttons Home
Enter
Volume + -
Power		 Home
Enter
Volume + -
Power
Audio Type C support
Microphone Support		 Stereo Speakers Support
Audio Jack support
Microphone Support
Connectivity Ports USB-C
PC-VR cable Support
Wireless Streaming
Wi-Fi 6
Bluetooth 5		 Ports USB-C
PC-VR cable Support
Wireless Streaming
Wi-Fi 6
Bluetooth 5
System Android 12
Open XR Support
RAM 8GB		 Android 12
Open XR Support
RAM 8GB
Storage 256GB 128GB
Battery 5500mAh Capacity
Working more than 3h
Fast Charge QC 3.0		 5500mAh Capacity
Working more than 3h
Fast Charge QC 3.0
Price Rs 1,15,499 Rs 84,999

 

Products of AjnaLens are competing directly against  Apple's Vision Pro and Meta’s Quest 3. But it comes with several advanced features like diopter lenses that make the headset more user-friendly. According to the company, these diopter lenses let people use the headset without wearing prescription glasses.

 

 

A quick comparison of headsets offered by Apple, Meta and AjnaLens

 

  Apple Vision Pro Meta Quest 3 AjnaXR PRO
Price USD 3499 or Rs 2.90 lakh USD 499 or Rs 41,500 Rs 1.15 lakh
Processor M2 chip, R1 chip Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 chip Snapdragon XR 2 + Gen 1 chip
RAM 16GB 12GB 8GB
Storage 64GB 128GB 256GB
Display Type Micro-OLED LCD LCD
Display Resolution 4K per eye 2,064 x 2,208 per eye 5K (4560 x 2280)
Refresh Rate 90Hz 120Hz 72Hz
Weight ~ 1.1 pounds or 498 gm ~ 1.1 pounds or 498 gm ~500 gm

 

Headsets offered by AjnaLens are not just comfortable but also provide a real and immersive experience. Be it playing video games or learning skills, it feels like doing everything in the real world. 

 

Moreover, AjnaLens is offering an array of empowering platforms. It is providing immersive training and upskilling experiences for professionals and businesses through AjnaVidya.