Startup Raven Resonance has introduced Raven Prism, a smart eyewear device marketed as an ambient computer. Unlike competitors that rely on smartphones, this device functions as a standalone Linux-based computer. It features a quad-core 64-bit ARM processor, up to 4GB of RAM, and at least 32GB of storage, running the custom RavenOS.
The device uses a single-eye LCoS display with waveguide technology, simulating a 16-inch screen at arm's length. Navigation is handled via eye-tracking and voice control. A key hardware feature is the Raven Wings modular battery system, which allows for hot-swapping batteries without powering down the device, ensuring continuous operation.
Privacy is a core design principle, with most data processing occurring locally. The 13MP camera includes a physical shutter and a recording indicator light. Raven Resonance aims to build an open ecosystem, pre-loading over 25 applications and providing developers with root access to the system, bypassing the closed app store model.
The company plans to expand the Raven Wings module system to include cellular connectivity and GPS in the future. While the device is currently available for pre-order, its success depends on the company's ability to foster an independent developer community and software ecosystem, as it operates outside the major tech giants' platforms.
