Smartglasses That Slay – Meet ARGO

Originally aired on February 18th, 2025

The Tech Chef Podcast dives deep into the world of augmented reality with Brian Hamilton, the VP of Sales and Marketing at Digilens. He introduces Argo, their innovative smart glasses designed specifically for the hospitality industry. The conversation highlights how Argo stands out with its unique waveguide technology that minimizes light leakage, allowing for better human interaction while using the glasses. The episode details the real-world applications of AR in hospitality, from enhancing customer service to improving logistics and training. Brian emphasizes the importance of human connection in hospitality, showcasing how Argo facilitates this by allowing users to maintain eye contact while accessing information. This episode serves as a crucial resource for hospitality leaders looking to embrace technology to enhance guest experiences and operational efficiency, making it clear that the future of hospitality is intertwined with advancements in AR technology.

Takeaways:

• In the podcast, they discuss how augmented reality is changing the hospitality industry in many exciting ways.
• Brian shares insights on how Digilens’ Argo smart glasses are leading in AR technology for business applications.
• The conversation emphasizes the importance of human interaction while using augmented reality in customer service roles.
• They touch on the future of AR and its potential to enhance training and operational efficiency in various sectors.
• Skip and Brian explore the unique features of the Argo glasses that set them apart from competitors in the market.
• The podcast highlights the strategic partnership between Digilens and Magicgate, focusing on innovations for the hospitality industry.

Links Referenced in This Episode:

• gainadvisors.com
• bootcamp.magicgate.com
• Magicgate.com
• DigiLens.com

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