Unistellar, a French company known for their smart telescopes, is bringing augmented reality (AR) to stargazing with their new Envision binoculars.
Unveiling the Universe:
- Envision binoculars boast a 10x magnification and 50mm objective lens diameter, perfect for both celestial and terrestrial exploration.
- The star of the show is the AR overlay. Unistellar's "Augmented Reality Precision Orientation System" displays real-time information directly in your field of view. Imagine a celestial map superimposed on the night sky!
Features for Every Explorer:
- Identify Over 200,000 Celestial Objects: Explore galaxies, nebulae, planets, and more with detailed information at your fingertips.
- Conquer Any Terrain: By day, Envision transforms into a "local outdoors guide," identifying mountains, trails, and landmarks (over 1 million stored!).
- Offline Functionality: No Wi-Fi required! Envision works seamlessly for most features, even in remote locations.
- Intuitive App Integration: A dedicated app allows you to search for objects and receive detailed information.
- Seamless Sharing: Lock onto an object and pass the binoculars - Envision will guide the next user to the same target.
Powering Your Exploration:
- A single charge offers 5 hours of use or 1000 "binocular engagements" with the AR features.
- Even if the battery dies, Envision functions as traditional binoculars.
Reaching for the Stars (and Early Bird Pricing):
Unistellar is currently seeking funding for Envision through Kickstarter. Early backers can secure a pair for $699 (approx. Rs. 58,300) - a significant discount from the expected retail price of $1,199 (approx. Rs 1,00,000). Be aware that delivery for early backers isn't anticipated until late 2025.
Unistellar's Envision AR binoculars are poised to revolutionize the way we explore the world, both day and night. With its blend of advanced optics and AR technology, Envision promises to be a valuable tool for astronomy enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.
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