Akonia Holographics

About Akonia Holographics

Akonia Holographics, founded in 2012, was a company that developed advanced optical technologies based on holography. The company held an extensive portfolio of over 200 patents related to holographic systems and materials.

Akonia's primary focus was on developing solutions for both holographic data storage and for augmented reality (AR) displays. A key component of their technology was a proprietary volume holographic media and a patented technology suite called HoloMirrorTM, which was instrumental in producing thin and transparent smart glass lenses for AR headsets. The company's business model centered on the development and potential licensing of its advanced holographic technology. In 2018, Akonia Holographics was acquired by Apple Inc., indicating a strategic move by the tech giant to incorporate Akonia's specialized lens technology into its own product development pipeline, likely for future AR devices such as the Apple Vision Pro.