Meta Co Overview
Pro stress-test →Meta Co was an augmented reality (AR) hardware company that developed AR glasses and wearable computing devices. Founded in 2012–2013, the company pursued the vision of delivering intuitive computing experiences through spatial computing, but ultimately ceased operations and is no longer active.
Strategic Profile
Pro stress-test →Meta Co positioned itself as a pioneer in AR eyewear using neuroscience principles and computer vision. The company raised approximately $83M across multiple rounds but faced operational challenges, including a major workforce reduction in September 2018, and eventually exited the market.
Competitive Landscape
Pro stress-test →Meta Co competed in the AR/VR wearables space against companies like Optinvent, Varjo, XReal Technology, and established players like Microsoft HoloLens. The company could not achieve the scale, funding sustainability, or product maturity to compete long-term, ultimately exiting the market.
Industry Context
Meta Co operates in AR/VR wearables and spatial computing hardware.
Key facts
Founded: 2012 · Headquarters: San Mateo, California · Employees: ~100 (pre-2018 furlough) · Revenue: Unknown · Market cap: N/A