Beehive Technology Partners with Xinchang Vision to Launch First AI Audio Glasses by Year-End

Hengchao Technology and Xingchuang Vision Forge Strategic Partnership to Expand Smart Glasses Market

On September 22, 2023, Beijing Hengchao Century Technology Co., Ltd. (Hengchao Technology) announced a strategic partnership with leading optometry company Xingchuang Vision Group Co., Ltd. (Xingchuang Vision). This collaboration focuses on channel integration, co-branded product development, and enhanced service experiences in the smart glasses market.

Hengchao Technology's Jiehuan AI audio glasses will gradually be available at Baodao Optical stores under Xingchuang Vision. The initial product launch will take place in 40 locations across 16 cities, including Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Hangzhou, Nanjing, Wuhan, and Chongqing. Customers can experience a comprehensive service at these stores, which includes product trials, eye health screenings, and professional fittings. Additionally, the two companies will co-develop joint products, with plans to introduce co-branded Jiehuan and Xingchuang Vision AI audio glasses under the SAP brand by December.

On August 8, 2024, Hengchao Technology launched its first self-branded Jiehuan AI audio glasses. This innovative product seamlessly integrates eyewear and headphones, utilizing open sound field technology with a battery life exceeding 24 hours to cater to users' audio needs throughout the day. The glasses feature AI notification alerts and real-time translation capabilities, providing a convenient smart audio experience. Within the first week of its launch, the product became the best-selling item in the smart glasses category on JD.com.

Since 1997, Xingchuang Vision has established over 1,100 stores across nearly 100 cities nationwide, adhering to a user-centered approach. Their strategy focuses on professional and digital development to deliver comprehensive eye health services, covering everything from eye health screenings to fittings, ensuring a superior customer experience.

Xia Yongfeng, founder and CEO of Hengchao Technology, expressed his excitement about the collaboration, stating that it will enhance the quality of service for Jiehuan products and meet user demands for in-store trials and service experiences. Wang Zhimin, Chairman of Xingchuang Vision, emphasized that continuous technological innovation is vital for the eyewear industry, reaffirming their confidence in the smart glasses sector.

As AI glasses gain popularity, they are increasingly blending traditional usage methods, marking a new development trend. The partnership between Hengchao Technology and Xingchuang Vision is set to introduce a groundbreaking collaborative model in the smart glasses market.