Wearable Devices Ltd. (WLDS) announced a partnership with Rokid to integrate its Mudra Link neural wristband with Rokid’s lightweight 49‑gram AR glasses. The collaboration will enable touch‑free, gesture‑based control of the glasses, allowing users to navigate, translate, and transcribe content with subtle wrist movements.
The deal positions WLDS to enter the consumer AR market, projected to grow at a CAGR of 15.6%–59.0% over the next decade. By bundling Mudra Link with Rokid’s AI‑powered glasses, WLDS can offer a complete end‑to‑end experience that combines neural input with micro‑LED displays, a 12‑MP camera, and integrated audio. The partnership also expands WLDS’s ecosystem beyond standalone wristbands, creating new revenue streams and strengthening its competitive stance against larger firms developing in‑house gesture controls.
WLDS reported a 536.6% revenue increase from 2023 to 2024, yet continues to post substantial net losses, reflecting heavy investment in product development and market expansion. The partnership is expected to accelerate revenue growth by tapping into Rokid’s established distribution network and consumer base. While specific financial terms of the collaboration have not been disclosed, analysts view the alliance as a strategic move to monetize WLDS’s core technology in a high‑growth segment.
Rokid, which has raised seed funding but remains in early stages, brings advanced AI capabilities to the glasses, including real‑time translation, object recognition, navigation, and transcription. The partnership differentiates the product from competitors such as Meta, Apple, and Google, who are also pursuing gesture‑controlled AR glasses but lack a dedicated neural input solution. By offering a seamless, touch‑free interface, the combined offering could capture early adopters seeking intuitive interaction.
CEO Asher Dahan said, ‘Smart glasses win when control becomes second nature. By aligning Mudra Link with Rokid’s glasses, we deliver a practical combination that lets users experience everyday AI utility without thinking about it.’ Zoro Shao, Rokid’s Global General Manager, added, ‘Mudra Link adds an out‑of‑the‑box input gesture control that fits how people naturally move their hands, simplifying setup and making daily interactions more intuitive.’
Investors reacted positively to the announcement, citing the partnership as a key driver of future growth. The collaboration is slated for a consumer bundle rollout in Q2 2026 and will be showcased at CES 2026 in Las Vegas, where the companies plan to demonstrate the integrated gesture‑controlled experience.
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