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"Vuzix is taking on Google in the augmented reality sector with the release of its Star 1200 XL glasses. The futuristic eyewear features VGA, component and composite video support, and uses a 3DOF motion tracking sensor and built-in camera to map out the real world and overlay 3D computer generated content.   The device, a revamped version of the original Star 1200, includes 16:9 format WVGA displays and an upgraded 1080p detachable camera. &amp;quot;Building on Vuzix&amp;#039;s advances in both its optics and tracking technology, we have been able to deliver affordable AR-enabled see-through head mounted displays,&amp;quot; said Vuzix CEO Paul J Travers. &amp;quot;The Star 1200 XL&amp;#039;s WFOV performance and upgraded camera enable more of the real world to be augmented, bringing a more encompassing AR experience. &amp;quot;This new Star XL includes many advanced features that our customers have been asking for and we expect them to be used for a wide variety of applications.&amp;quot; Vuzix&amp;#039;s latest hardware, which goes under the full name of Star 1200 XL Wide Field of View See-Through Augmented Reality Video Eyewear, has been touted as a competitor to the upcoming Google Glass, the search engine giant&amp;#039;s own augmented reality specs. Google Glass is expected to be released in early 2013, priced at $1,500 (\u00A3964). "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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