HKOF 2026

Smart Glasses - Expertise for a Growing Market

Another important focus was OBE's comprehensive portfolio of smart glasses hinge solutions. Building on its pioneering involvement in electronic eyewear, dating back to the first Google Glass projects in 2015, OBE has continuously expanded its expertise in this rapidly developing market. The portfolio includes specialized hinges such as Smartlink and Flowlink with integrated cable routing, as well as flexible hinge solutions for applications that do not require cables to pass through the hinge. A particular highlight was the presentation "The Evolution of Smart Glasses" by Nathan Wong, Managing Director of OBE Hong Kong. Invited to speak as part of the fair's program, he shared insights into the technological development of smart eyewear and the challenges and opportunities associated with hinge design for electronic eyewear. Design Area – Where Creativity Meets Technology Beyond technical innovation, OBE also highlighted the creative side of eyewear through a dedicated Design Area. Featuring futuristic eyewear concepts and unconventional designs by international designers, some incorporating OBE components, the exhibition attracted considerable attention from visitors. The Design Area demonstrated how engineering expertise and creative vision can work together to push the boundaries of eyewear design and inspire new approaches for the future. Valuable Exchanges and New Perspectives Throughout the exhibition, the OBE team welcomed visitors from around the world, discussing current developments, presenting product innovations and exploring opportunities for future collaboration. The Hong Kong Optical Fair once again demonstrated the importance of personal exchange and international partnerships in driving innovation within the eyewear industry. We would like to thank all visitors, customers, designers and partners for their interest and inspiring conversations. We look forward to returning to the Hong Kong Optical Fair in 2027, together with our partner Frey & Winkler, to continue shaping the future of eyewear components.
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HKOF 2026

· November 11, 2026

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