Glasses

LetinAR introduces multiple AR Smartglasses developed by its global customers in CES 2024

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LetinAR Inc. (CEO Kim Jae-hyeok), a developer of optical solutions for Augmented Reality (AR) smart glasses, announced that, at the CES 2024 in Las Vegas, USA, to be held between January 9~12, it will be releasing its "PinTILT™" lens, which brings AR optics to the next level and successful commercialization cases with its global customers including Jorjin, Nimo, and others.

Key Points: 
  • As a developer of optical systems for AR smart glasses, LetinAR introduced its PinTILT™ technology at the CES for the last seven consecutive years.
  • LetinAR releases its "FrontiAR™ Pro" optical system based on PinTILT™ technology at CES 2024, which resolves technological barriers and elevates the optical system to the next level.
  • At CES 2024, visitors can experience an ultra-high definition, immersive AR demonstration, which is developed based on the PinTILT™ AR optical system.
  • Since its inception in 2016, LetinAR with PinTILT™ technology has been in the global spotlight during the previous CES and MWC.

Lumus Z-Lens Waveguide Architecture Selected as a Winner of Fast Company's Third Annual Next Big Things in Tech Awards

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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NESS ZIONA, Israel, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lumus, the pioneering developer of reflective waveguide technology for augmented reality (AR) eyewear, today announced that its Z-Lens 2D waveguide architecture has been named to Fast Company's third annual Next Big Things in Tech list. The esteemed award program recognizes the technology innovations poised to shape the future of global industries. 

Key Points: 
  • NESS ZIONA, Israel, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lumus , the pioneering developer of reflective waveguide technology for augmented reality (AR) eyewear, today announced that its Z-Lens 2D waveguide architecture has been named to Fast Company's third annual Next Big Things in Tech list.
  • The esteemed award program recognizes the technology innovations poised to shape the future of global industries.
  • Z-Lens' breakthrough waveguide architecture enables the development of small, light AR eyeglasses with high-resolution image quality, outdoor-compatible brightness, and an industry first seamless Rx integration.
  • Click here to see the final list of Fast Company Next Big Things in Tech honorees.

Curbio's Giving Tuesday Pledge: Doubling Impact for Interfaith Works Future Fund

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Wednesday, November 22, 2023
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This campaign will benefit the IW Future Fund, a resource aimed at helping IW clients overcome financial barriers on their pathway to stability.

Key Points: 
  • This campaign will benefit the IW Future Fund, a resource aimed at helping IW clients overcome financial barriers on their pathway to stability.
  • This marks the second consecutive year of Curbio's philanthropic commitment to supporting Interfaith Works during the season of giving.
  • The IW Future Fund is an essential program for Interfaith Works, helping clients to move along in their own unique path to financial stability.
  • Supporting our clients through the Future Fund helps them move forward toward stability," said Courtney Hall, CEO of Interfaith Works.

EyeCare4Kids Establishes State-of-the-Art Vision Clinic at Kalimoni Mission Hospital in Kenya

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Wednesday, November 22, 2023
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SALT LAKE CITY and JUJA, Kenya, Nov. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- EyeCare4Kids, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing essential eye care to underserved communities around the world, announced today the grand opening of a comprehensive, state-of-the-art vision clinic at Kalimoni Mission Hospital in Kenya, Africa.

Key Points: 
  • SALT LAKE CITY and JUJA, Kenya, Nov. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- EyeCare4Kids, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing essential eye care to underserved communities around the world, announced today the grand opening of a comprehensive, state-of-the-art vision clinic at Kalimoni Mission Hospital in Kenya, Africa.
  • "The new vision clinic at Kalimoni Mission Hospital, located in Kenya, was made possible because of the unwavering support of donors and the tireless efforts of so many of our partners and friends," said Joseph Carbone, founder of EyeCare4Kids.
  • The grand opening ceremony was graced by the presence of Arch Bishop of Nairobi, Philip Anyolo, who presided over a mass and blessed both the hospital and the EyeCare4Kids vision clinic.
  • Carbone said, "The vision clinic at Kalimoni Mission Hospital is a leap forward in eye care for the local residents and will empower the people of Kenya to become more self-reliant.

RestoringVision Launches 20th Anniversary Giving Campaign - A Brighter Future is in Sight - this Giving Tuesday

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023
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RestoringVision kicks off its year-end giving campaign on Giving Tuesday, and it will run through the end of December with a goal of raising $200K to support people living in poverty worldwide.

Key Points: 
  • RestoringVision kicks off its year-end giving campaign on Giving Tuesday, and it will run through the end of December with a goal of raising $200K to support people living in poverty worldwide.
  • Every dollar donated to RestoringVision will help provide a vision screening and a pair of eyeglasses to a person living on less than $2 a day.
  • "When we create access to vision services, we're not just restoring a person's sight," said Pelin Munis, Ph.D., CEO, RestoringVision.
  • RestoringVision is a global nonprofit creating equitable access to vision services and eyeglasses for people living in poverty worldwide.

Meridian Partners With Envolve Vision Van To Provide Free Exams and Eyeglasses to Urban, Rural Students

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Monday, November 20, 2023
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DETROIT, Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Meridian, a Michigan‑based provider of government‑sponsored health plans and wholly owned subsidiary of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), announced today it has partnered with the Envolve Vision Van to provide eye exams and eyeglasses at no costs to students in low-income urban and rural communities.

Key Points: 
  • Meridian and the Envolve Vision Van kicked off the school-based mobile vision program in October at Greyhound Intermediate School in Eaton Rapids, Michigan, where 188 students received eye exams and prescriptions for 48 pairs of eyeglasses.
  • In all, the van provided vision exams to 846 students at both schools and 179 eyeglass prescriptions.
  • "The free vision screenings and glasses our students received from Meridian is an invaluable gift for our students.
  • The project is supported through Centene, which owns Envolve Vision and offers the mobile vision van to provide vision screenings and eyeglasses to communities.

Hubble Contacts Welcomes the Holidays with its Biggest Daily Contacts Deal of the Year! Plus, Save on Made to Order Eyeglasses and Sunglasses

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hubble Contacts, the leading direct–to–consumer brand providing high-value and affordable daily contact lenses, eyeglasses, sunglasses, and other eye care accessories, is kicking off the holiday gifting season with unmatched Black Friday and Cyber Week savings.

Key Points: 
  • 60% off Hydro by Hubble and SkyHy by Hubble Daily Contact Lenses, discount automatically applied at checkout
    Stock up on daily contact lenses for the New Year with Hydro by Hubble and SkyHy by Hubble!
  • Hubble Contacts offers a variety of personalizable daily contact lens subscriptions to meet the needs of customers.
  • The ultra-hydrating Hydro by Hubble lenses ($9.99 per eye) feature smooth edges for easy insertion and moisture-retaining materials.
  • "At Hubble, we believe that everyone deserves to see the world clearly and in style," says Hubble Contacts CEO Steve Druckman.

ORCAM TECHNOLOGIES UNVEILS ORCAM READ 3 - FIRST AI-DRIVEN ALL-IN-ONE SOLUTION FOR PEOPLE WITH LOW VISION AND VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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This groundbreaking, all-in-one solution was unveiled today by OrCam Technologies , a global leader in personal, AI-driven assistive tech innovations.

Key Points: 
  • This groundbreaking, all-in-one solution was unveiled today by OrCam Technologies , a global leader in personal, AI-driven assistive tech innovations.
  • OrCam Read 3 will change the way individuals with vision loss and reading difficulties interact with visual materials.
  • An estimated 253 million people globally experience low vision and visual impairments.
  • The OrCam Learn is designed for the education market to help children with learning disabilities like dyslexia learn how to read.

EyeCare4Kids Receives $100,000 Grant from the Why Not You Foundation and CommonSpirit Health

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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SALT LAKE CITY, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- EyeCare4Kids was selected as a recipient of a $100,000 grant from Denver Broncos' quarterback, Russell Wilson, and his talented singer-songwriter wife, Ciara, in partnership with CommonSpirit Health. The joint contribution via the couple's Why Not You Foundation is part of their commitment to contribute $1 million to 10 charitable organizations in Colorado and Utah. EyeCare4Kids plans to use this generous award from the 2023 CommonSpirit Equity Fund to provide underserved children and families across the state of Utah with professional eye care services and eyeglasses.

Key Points: 
  • SALT LAKE CITY, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- EyeCare4Kids was selected as a recipient of a $100,000 grant from Denver Broncos' quarterback, Russell Wilson, and his talented singer-songwriter wife, Ciara, in partnership with CommonSpirit Health.
  • EyeCare4Kids plans to use this generous award from the 2023 CommonSpirit Equity Fund to provide underserved children and families across the state of Utah with professional eye care services and eyeglasses.
  • Dr. Oswaldo Grenardo, SVP and Chief Clinical Officer and Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer of CommonSpirit Health, was also on hand to congratulate the grantees.
  • Joseph Carbone, founder of EyeCare4Kids, conveyed his heartfelt thanks to CommonSpirit Health and the Why Not You Foundation.

FSA vs. HSA: Health-E Commerce® releases frequently asked questions to help consumers find their best fit during benefits open enrollment

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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DALLAS, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The annual benefits open enrollment period is here, and in the coming months, individuals and families across the country will choose the benefits that will protect their needs in 2024. Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and health savings accounts (HSAs) are an important part of that equation for more than 70 million Americans, and to help consumers make the best choices for their future health and wellbeing, Health-E Commerce® is offering free FSA and HSA education, tips, and online tools.

Key Points: 
  • Contributions reduce the account holder's taxable income and withdrawals are not taxed, if funds are used for qualified expenses.
  • An FSA can only be opened through an employer during the benefits enrollment period or if there is a qualifying event to allow a mid-year election.
  • Employee FSA contributions are made with pre-tax payroll contributions, but employers can also make post-tax contributions to the employee FSA.
  • To help account holders avoid potential FSA forfeitures, FSA Store offers free FSA Deadline Alerts that remind consumers when their personal deadline is approaching.