TCL CSOT, renowned for its leadership in display technology for over 15 years, made significant waves at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 with groundbreaking immersive virtual reality display technologies. The company showcased two prominent innovations: the ultra-low power consumption VR display and the world’s first mass-produced VR display boasting the highest pixel per inch (PPI) on the market today.
With virtual reality gaining immense popularity across various sectors, including entertainment, education, and even professional applications, TCL CSOT’s advancements aim to redefine user experiences. Current statistics indicate around 53 million American adults own VR systems, and industry projections suggest this figure will soar to 3.7 billion users globally by 2029, highlighting the immense growth potential of augmented reality (AR) and VR markets.
Leading the showcase was TCL CSOT’s 2.56-inch ultra-low power consumption VR display, equipped with 1,500 PPI. This remarkable pixel density enhances clarity and detail within virtual environments. Notably, by utilizing advanced COA technology along with high-efficiency Mini LED backlighting, the display diminishes color shift, thereby elevifying visual comfort and significantly optimizing power consumption. Compared to traditional Mini LED backlights, this innovation boosts luminous efficiency by 40%—a feat promising longer battery life for high-PPI VR devices and providing users with prolonged, high-performance usage.
Simultaneously, TCL CSOT unveiled its mass-produced VR display with 1,512 PPI, currently recognized as the highest PPI worldwide. This display presents viewers with ultra-high 3840x3744 pixel resolution, bringing impressive detail and clarity to VR applications, perfect for designers and gamers alike. Featuring 200-nit brightness and 96% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage, the display luminously recreates vivid colors and sharp contrasts, enhancing the immersive experience significantly.
The expansive 120° field of view (FOV) is yet another exciting aspect of the mass-produces VR display, substantially improving users’ peripheral vision fidelity and ensuring they can explore digital landscapes with astounding clarity. The integration of this technology extends beyond entertainment; it even caters to professionals needing detailed and realistic visuals for complex design projects.
"VR is transforming how we learn, work, and interact," asserted Jun Zhao, Chief Executive Officer of TCL CSOT. "Our innovations are making VR experiences more accessible, comfortable, and visually stunning, bringing us closer to a future where virtual reality solutions are as ubiquitous as the screens we use today."
Not only did TCL CSOT steal the show with their impressive offerings, but they also sparked discussions surrounding the evolution of XR technology. Following this, RayNeo showcased their Air 3S XR glasses, which promise to revolutionize the wearable XR space.
The Air 3S glasses are the successor to the Air 2S, launched by RayNeo last August, and come packed with improvements across nearly every feature. What sets them apart is the use of new Sony micro-OLED panels paired with birdbath optics, allowing for more significant brightness and contrasting capabilities. This new model delivers images equivalent to viewing a 201-inch display from six meters away, demonstrating the firm’s commitment to pushing the limits of XR technology.
The Air 3S features improved visuals with 200,000:1 enhanced brightness, competing directly within the market. With the FOV expanded to 47 degrees, users can enjoy extensive immersion paired with 60- or 120 Hz fluidity options catering to individual preferences alongside Full HD resolution. Weighing only 76 grams, it also presents as one of the lighter offerings on the market—two grams lighter than its predecessor.
RayNeo has painstakingly worked to expand color capabilities of the Air 3S, achieving 154% of SRGB color space and 98% accuracy of DCI-P3, superior compared to the previous model's 108%. Even with transparent displays, the Air 3S impressively maintains vibrant colors and dynamic range, particularly against the bright lights typical at major conferences such as MWC.
One of the most compelling aspects of the Air 3S is the upgraded audio experience. Powered by its quad-speaker setup, RayNeo claims to have achieved 200% improvement in audio fidelity compared to traditional stereo speakers, with enhanced bass and clarity. The company also introduced Whisper Mode 2.0 technology, rendering the Air 3S inaudible to anyone more than 0.6 meters away—a feature likely to appeal to users seeking privacy.
Pricing for the Air 3S is set at $259, significantly lower than the predecessor's current price of $319, which recently dropped from $399. This pricing combined with innovative advancements positions the Air 3S as one of the best value offerings within the XR market as they gear up for the April 2025 sale.
The showcases at MWC 2025 have confirmed the dynamic trajectories of the immersive technology industry. TCL CSOT and RayNeo’s creative efforts embody the ingenuity shaping the future of virtual and augmented reality. With consumer interest and technological capabilities rapidly growing, it appears 2025 will be the year to watch for significant developments.