ROCHESTER, N.Y., Jan. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Vuzix® Corporation (NASDAQ:VUZI), ("Vuzix" or, the "Company"), a leading supplier of AI-powered smart glasses, waveguides and Augmented Reality (AR) technologies, today highlighted a series of strategic actions underscoring its growing momentum in the security and defense markets. These initiatives reinforce Vuzix' role as an optics OEM supplying high-performance, scalable waveguide solutions to defense integrators and U.S. Department of Defense programs.

Building on the momentum and interest at CES 2026, where Vuzix demonstrated a fully functional military helmet in collaboration with Collins Aerospace highlighting the optical clarity, ruggedness, and mission-ready performance required for defense-focused waveguides - Vuzix this week will engage with further select members of the defense and security community at the 2026 SHOT Show in Las Vegas. These discussions will focus on waveguide performance, system-level integration, and manufacturability, supporting defense customers and partners evaluating AR-enabled solutions across land, air, and mission platforms.

Complementing these in-person engagements, Vuzix recently launched a dedicated Defense section on its website, consolidating its OEM waveguide offerings, key military use cases, and solutions tailored to defense requirements. This resource provides decision makers with clear insight into how Vuzix' patented waveguide technologies and custom design capabilities address the unique challenges of wearable and head-worn military systems.

"Our continued engagements with leading defense contractors reflect the evolution of Vuzix' defense strategy," said Paul Travers, President and Chief Executive Officer of Vuzix. "By leveraging our advanced see-through display technologies, U.S.-based waveguide manufacturing capabilities, and deep IP portfolio, we are well positioned to deliver mission-ready optical solutions that meet the stringent performance, durability, and integration requirements of next-generation military systems."

Interested parties may request a meeting at SHOT Show via the Defense page inquiry form or by contacting Adam Bull directly using the information below.

About Vuzix Corporation

Vuzix is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of AI-powered Smart Glasses, Waveguides and Augmented Reality (AR) technologies, components and products for the enterprise, medical, defense and consumer markets. The Company's products include head-mounted smart personal display and wearable computing devices that offer users a portable high-quality viewing experience, provide solutions for mobility, wearable displays and augmented reality, as well OEM waveguide optical components and display engines. Vuzix holds more than 475 patents and patents pending and numerous IP licenses in the fields of optics, head-mounted displays, and the augmented reality wearables field. The Company has won over 20 Consumer Electronics Show (or CES) awards for innovation and several wireless technology innovation awards among others. Founded in 1997, Vuzix is a public company (NASDAQ:VUZI) with offices in: Rochester, NY; and Kyoto and Okayama, Japan.  For more information, visit the Vuzix website, X and Facebook pages.

Forward-Looking Statements Disclaimer

Certain statements contained in this news release are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and applicable Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking statements contained in this release relate to Vuzix' procurement and development partnership with Collins Aerospace, new defense customers, possibility of future orders, and timing thereof to move into volume procurement programs, the overall success of these and other security and defense programs and among other things the Company's leadership in the AI Smart Glasses and AR display industry. They are generally identified by words such as "believes," "may," "expects," "anticipates," "should" and similar expressions. Readers should not place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, which are based upon the Company's beliefs and assumptions as of the date of this release. The Company's actual results could differ materially due to risk factors and other items described in more detail in the "Risk Factors" section of the Company's Annual Reports and MD&A filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission and applicable Canadian securities regulators (copies of which may be obtained at www.sedar.com or www.sec.gov). Subsequent events and developments may cause these forward-looking statements to change. The Company specifically disclaims any obligation or intention to update or revise these forward-looking statements as a result of changed events or circumstances that occur after the date of this release, except as required by applicable law.

Vuzix Military and Defense OEM Contact:

Adam Bull

Vuzix Corporation

adam_bull@vuzix.com

Tel: (585) 359-5960

Vuzix Media and Investor Relations Contact:

Ed McGregor, Director of Investor Relations,

Vuzix Corporation

ed_mcgregor@vuzix.com

Tel: (585) 359-5985

Vuzix Corporation, 25 Hendrix Road, West Henrietta, NY 14586 USA,

Investor Information – IR@vuzix.com  www.vuzix.com

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