Kopin to Exhibit at Major Defense and AR/VR Industry Events in January 2026

Key Terms

microdisplays technical

Microdisplays are very small, high-resolution screens—like tiny TV panels you hold close to your eye—used inside devices such as virtual reality headsets, smart glasses, camera viewfinders and compact projectors. They matter to investors because their image quality, brightness, power use and manufacturing cost directly affect how desirable and profitable next-generation wearable and imaging products will be, shaping market demand, supply chains and margins.

heads-up displays technical

A heads-up display (HUD) is a transparent screen or projection that presents key information directly in a user’s line of sight—like speed, navigation, or alerts on a car windshield—so the user can stay focused on their surroundings. Investors care because HUDs are a visible feature that can boost product value, differentiate competitors, and signal demand for software, sensors, and hardware that drive revenue and aftermarket sales.

ar/vr/mr technical

AR, VR and MR are related technologies for blending digital content with human experience: augmented reality (AR) puts digital images or information on top of the real world, virtual reality (VR) replaces your surroundings with a fully digital space, and mixed reality (MR) lets virtual objects interact with the physical environment. Investors care because these platforms create new products and revenue streams across hardware, software and services, and widespread adoption can change how consumers and businesses shop, work and learn—similar to how smartphones opened whole new markets.

near-to-eye technical

Near-to-eye describes optical displays or devices worn very close to or on the eye—think smart glasses, virtual/augmented reality headsets, or tiny screens mounted like sunglasses. For investors, it signals products that blend hardware, sensors and optics into compact wearables; their performance, cost, and regulatory approval can affect sales, manufacturing partners and supply chains much like the difference between a regular TV and a pair of eyeglasses.

head-mounted technical

A head-mounted item is any device or accessory designed to be worn on a person’s head, such as displays, cameras, sensors, or protective gear. For investors, head-mounted products matter because they represent a class of consumer and industrial hardware that affects manufacturing, user adoption, regulatory safety standards, and recurring revenue from accessories or software—think of them like glasses or helmets that add new capabilities to everyday activities.

WESTBOROUGH, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Kopin Corporation (NASDAQ: KOPN), a leading provider of application-specific optical systems and high-performance microdisplays for defense, training, enterprise, industrial, consumer and medical products, today announced its participation in two premier industry conferences taking place in January 2026. Kopin will exhibit at SHOT Show 2026 and SPIE AR/VR/MR 2026, where the Company will highlight its latest innovations supporting customer applications.

Kopin’s January industry conference schedule reflects the Company’s continued focus on high-value, high-performance display and optical solutions designed for mission-critical and emerging applications. Through live demonstrations and technical engagement, Kopin aims to deepen customer relationships, support active and future programs, and expand awareness of its differentiated near-to-eye technology portfolio.

SHOT Show 2026

Date: January 20-23, 2026
Location: Las Vegas, NV

SHOT Show is the leading global trade event for defense, tactical, and security technologies, bringing together military, law enforcement, and industry partners focused on mission-critical equipment and systems. Kopin’s presence at SHOT Show centers on ruggedized, warfighter-ready display solutions, including heads-up displays, high-brightness microdisplays, and training and simulation systems designed for demanding operational environments.

SPIE AR/VR/MR 2026

Date: January 20-22, 2026
Location: San Francisco, CA

SPIE AR/VR/MR is a technical conference focused on the advancement of augmented reality, virtual reality, and mixed reality technologies across defense, industrial, medical, and commercial markets. Kopin’s participation highlights its high-performance microdisplays and optical systems that enable compact, power-efficient, and immersive head-mounted solutions, supporting next-generation visualization, training, and imaging applications.

Management Commentary

“January is an exciting opportunity for us to connect directly with customers and partners across the defense and AR/VR communities,” said Iwan Dodd, Senior Vice President of Business Development at Kopin. “These events give us the chance to engage in meaningful conversations, understand emerging program needs, and demonstrate how our technologies are solving real‑world challenges. From rugged defense‑grade displays to next‑generation AR/VR optical systems, we’re proud to showcase the innovation, performance, and reliability that define Kopin’s portfolio. Our team looks forward to strengthening existing relationships, forming new ones, and highlighting the advancements that will shape the future of near‑to‑eye solutions.”

About Kopin

Kopin Corporation is a leading developer and provider of innovative display, and application-specific optical solutions sold as critical components and subassemblies for defense, enterprise, professional and consumer products. Kopin’s portfolio includes microdisplays, display modules, eyepiece assemblies, image projection modules, and vehicle mounted and head-mounted display systems that incorporate ultra-small high-resolution Active Matrix Liquid Crystal displays (AMLCD), Ferroelectric Liquid Crystal on Silicon (FLCoS) displays, MicroLED displays (µLED) and Organic Light Emitting Diode (OLED) displays, a variety of optics, and low-power ASICs. For more information, please visit Kopin’s website at www.kopin.com. Kopin is a trademark of Kopin Corporation.

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