Press Release
PR2018098

Varjo and Socionext Collaborate
on World’s First Human-Eye Resolution VR/XR Headset
Varjo’s revolutionary VR/XR product using video-see-through (VST) technology
will be powered by Socionext image signal processors
Langen/Germany and Helsinki/Finland, 28th February, 2018 --- Socionext and Varjo™ today

announced the company’s ongoing co-operation around Varjo’s next-generation VR/XRsolutions. Varjo’s upcoming next-gen VR/XR headset is based on a combination of the company’s
patented human-eye resolution technology with Socionext’s Milbeaut® image signal processingsolutions.
Varjo has developed a VR/XR headset display that can visualize images at 70MP with a 100°
field-of-view, which is far beyond what is supported by current first-generation VR headsets.
Varjo takes advantage of the fact that the human eye doesn’t actually see the world in highresolution across its entire field of view. Rather, the eye only sees full-resolution images at 2° in
the center field of vision. Varjo uses this same approach for its Mixed Reality (XR) andvideo-see-through (VST) headset, which enables users to see the real world with augmented
content in human-eye resolution through the device.
The camera processing required for both XR and VST is incredibly complex, so Varjo selected
Socionext’s Milbeaut high-performance image signal processor technology. Milbeaut is able toprovide the necessary high imaging resolution and quality due to its high-definition image
pipelines, fast processing speeds and low power consumption. Socionext has been providing
optimized solutions for a wide range of acclaimed imaging applications in the area of DSLR
cameras, smartphones and video equipment for nearly 2 decades.
Urho Konttori, Founder and CEO of Varjo, comments: “In Socionext, we have found a strong andreliable technology partner for state-of-the-art imaging solutions. With the Socionext Milbeauttechnology, Varjo has built a unique way of combining the real and digital worlds in an
unprecedented level of realism, quality and latency.”

For Press Inquiry
BlueBadger LtdSocionext Europe GmbHVarjo

Annie Shinn

Mark Ellins

Jonathan Hirshon

Tel: +44-(0)1959-580308+49-6103-3745-382

E-mail:annie@bluebadger.eu

mark.ellins@socionext.com

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Mitsugu Naito, Corporate Senior Vice President and head of Imaging Solution Business Unit atSocionext Inc. comments: “Socionext will continue to fully support Varjo’s requirements whilst
customizing Milbeaut to their specific needs. We are very pleased to announce both ourcollaboration and the design win for Milbeaut as part of their new incredible upgrade to the mixed
reality experience.”
Visit Socionext Europe (SNEU) at Embedded World in Nuremberg, 27th February – 1st March,
Booth A3-119, Nuremberg Messezentrum where latest Milbeaut technology among otherproduct highlights is on display.

Photo: Mr. Urho Konttori, Founder & CEO of Varjo and Mr. Toshihiko Tanaka, President of Socionext Europe
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Photo: Product vision of the first Human-eye resolution headset
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About Varjo
Varjo Technologies Oy is based in Helsinki and is creating the world’s best hardware and software forgroundbreaking VR/AR/XR computing devices, merging the real and digital worlds seamlessly together.
For more information, visit https://varjo.com/
About Socionext Europe GmbH
Socionext Europe GmbH (SNEU) plays a major role in the worldwide activities of Socionext Inc. Founded in 2015,
Socionext Europe is headquartered in Langen, near Frankfurt, with other locations in Munich, Braunschweig,
Maidenhead and Swindon (UK), Linz (Austria) and Istanbul (Turkey).
For more information, visit eu.socionext.com
About Socionext Inc.
Socionext is a new, innovative enterprise that designs, develops and delivers System-on-Chip products tocustomers worldwide. The company is focused on imaging, networking and other dynamic technologies thatdrive today’s leading-edge applications. Socionext combines world-class expertise, experience, and an extensive
IP portfolio to provide exceptional solutions and ensure a better quality of experience for customers. Founded in2015, Socionext Inc. is headquartered in Yokohama, and has offices in Japan, Asia, United States and Europe tolead its product development and sales activities.
For more information, visit socionext.com

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