AR Glasses that Show Fish Schools — What Exists Now?

AR Glasses that Show Fish Schools — What Exists Now?

AR Glasses that Show Fish Schools — What Exists Now?

As of August 2025, fully commercial “underwater see‑through AR glasses” are not widely available. However, several near‑term products and prototypes are very close.

Existing / In‑Development Examples

U‑TRACK (Utech Wear)

  • Concept: AR glasses paired with an external sonar module (dual‑frequency ~120 kHz / 300 kHz). Overlays underwater terrain, fish location, fish species, and water temperature inside the display in real time.
  • Range: Sonar rated up to ~45 m depth (vendor‑stated).
  • Extras: Optional thermal camera, AI species ID, and voice control modules.
  • Status: Crowdfunding launch announced mid‑2025; general retail availability not yet confirmed.

DIY by Professional Anglers

  • Examples exist of pairing forward‑looking sonar (e.g., Garmin LiveScope) with consumer AR glasses via HDMI to create a large “heads‑up” view.
  • These are custom rigs, not turnkey retail products.

Marketed Polarized Fishing Glasses (Not AR)

These improve surface visibility but do not overlay data.

  • Onbeat FishingEyes ONB‑F101 — Japan‑made β‑titanium frame with polarized lenses; fishing‑focused design.
  • Onbeat FishingEyes ONB‑F102 — Similar build with broader lens color options; fishing‑oriented fit and finish.

Snapshot Summary

Category Available Now? Notes
AR glasses that overlay fish schools Not broadly available U‑TRACK is the closest announced product; retail timing unconfirmed.
DIY AR + sonar (custom) Yes (self‑built) Uses forward‑looking sonar + AR viewer; requires tinkering.
Polarized fishing sunglasses (non‑AR) Yes (retail) Enhance visibility; no data overlay.

What to Watch Next

  • U‑TRACK’s crowdfunding / launch updates for early access opportunities.
  • Third‑party modules that bridge marine sonar feeds to AR viewers with minimal cabling and low latency.

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