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The Best Overall Progressive Lens Ever – Powered by Behavioral AI for Instant Sharpness Even in Motion
Understanding Progressive Lenses: Your Gateway to Clear Vision at Every Distance
Progressive lens diagram showing distance, intermediate, and near vision zones
Progressive lenses represent one of the most significant advances in vision correction technology. Unlike traditional bifocals or trifocals with visible lines, progressive lenses provide a smooth, gradual transition between different prescription powers, allowing you to see clearly at all distances – far, intermediate, and near.
How Progressive Lenses Vary in Quality and Performance
- Design Sophistication: Advanced progressives use complex mathematical algorithms and now artificial intelligence to minimize distortions and provide wider viewing areas
- Adaptation Time: Higher-quality lenses reduce the time needed to adapt from weeks to hours or even minutes – premium AI-powered lenses offer instant adaptation
- Visual Zones: Premium lenses offer larger, more usable areas for different vision needs with extended arm’s reach vision
- Peripheral Distortion: Advanced designs significantly reduce blur and swimming effects at lens edges
- Personalization Level: Next-generation lenses can be customized based on frame geometry, eye rotation centers, and individual visual behavior patterns
Why Choose Progressive Lenses?
Progressive lenses eliminate the need for multiple pairs of glasses, provide natural vision at all distances, and maintain your youthful appearance without visible bifocal lines. Modern AI-powered progressives like Varilux XR understand how your eyes really move for unprecedented visual performance.
Varilux XR Series: The First Eye-Responsive Progressive Lens Powered by AI
Varilux XR Series represents a revolutionary breakthrough in progressive lens technology, being the first progressive lens to use behavioral artificial intelligence. Winner of the prestigious Silmo d’Or award in 2023, these lenses go beyond prescription and eye physiology to understand individual visual behavior using more than 1 million data points from real wearers.
🏆 Award-Winning Innovation
Varilux XR Series won the prestigious Silmo d’Or award in the ‘Vision’ category at the 2023 edition of Silmo, Europe’s second largest optical trade fair, recognizing its breakthrough technology and superior performance.
Revolutionary AI-Powered Technologies in Varilux XR
🧠 Behavioral AI Technology
More than 1 million data points from exclusive research, wearer tests in real-life, and wearer behavioral measurements were computed and analyzed. For every single wearer prescription, the visual behavior profile is predicted to design a progressive lens that respects natural eye movements.
Key Benefits:
- Predicts individual visual behavior patterns
- Respects natural eye movement preferences
- Customizes lens design for each wearer
- Based on real-world usage data
- Instant adaptation technology
⚡ XR-Motion™ Technology
The XR-motion technology allows optimization of both lenses according to the visual behavior profile through two major optimizations: taking binocular vision to the next level and precise positioning of the focus zones.
Key Benefits:
- Enhanced binocular vision coordination
- Optimized sharp binocular vision
- Minimized power and astigmatism disparities
- Better positioning of near-vision zones
- Stable vision even while moving
🎯 Nanoptix Technology
Includes a dynamic distortion absorber that reduces the impact of the “swim effect,” which many patients perceive as unnatural, providing more comfortable peripheral vision.
Key Benefits:
- Reduces peripheral distortions
- Eliminates “swimming” sensations
- Improves adaptation comfort
- Natural vision experience
- Enhanced edge clarity
📏 XTEND Technology
Extends the area of sharp vision within arm’s reach so patients no longer have to move their heads to find “just the right spot” to see a target—or multiple target objects.
Key Benefits:
- Expanded intermediate vision zones
- Multiple target viewing capability
- Reduced head movement requirements
- Perfect for computer and tablet use
- Enhanced arm’s length clarity
📊 Proven Performance Results
Varilux XR Series delivers +67% volume of broadband vision vs competitors’ premium progressive lenses on average, and 79% of wearers experience better overall vision compared to their current progressive lenses. 9/10 wearers perceived instant sharpness at all distances, even in motion.
Complete Varilux XR Collection: Four Advanced Variants for Every Need
The Varilux XR Series offers four specialized designs, each incorporating behavioral AI technology while providing increasing levels of personalization and optimization for different visual demands and lifestyle requirements.
Varilux XR Design
Foundation Level
The foundation of XR technology that leverages behavioral AI to predict visual behavior profile based on prescription, distance vision, and addition. Perfect for first-time progressive wearers seeking premium quality.
Key Benefits:
- AI-powered visual behavior prediction
- Instant adaptation technology
- Enhanced binocular coordination
- Optimized for everyday activities
- Superior peripheral vision quality
- Compatible with all frame styles
Ideal For: First-time progressive wearers, general daily wear, office work, reading, and social activities
Varilux XR FIT
Frame Personalization
Visuoffice 3 advanced progressive measurement device
Enhanced personalization incorporating detailed frame specifications including vertex distance, pantoscopic angle, and wrap angles for optimized lens-to-eye positioning and maximum visual performance.
Key Benefits:
- Vertex distance optimization
- Pantoscopic angle consideration
- Wrap angle personalization
- Enhanced visual comfort in all positions
- Reduced adaptation time by up to 70%
- Optimized for specific frame geometry
- Superior performance for active lifestyles
Ideal For: Active individuals, sports enthusiasts, those with specific frame preferences, frequent travelers
Varilux XR Track
Near Vision Behavior
Incorporates individual Near Vision Behavior (iNVB) measurement to analyze your natural reading patterns and near-work preferences, providing up to 25% extended near vision zones according to individual needs.
Key Benefits:
- Individual Near Vision Behavior (iNVB) analysis
- Up to 25% larger near vision zones
- Custom optimization for reading habits
- Enhanced digital device comfort
- Long-lasting close-up vision comfort
- Better sharpness at very near distances
- Easier access to the near-vision zone
Ideal For: Heavy readers, digital professionals, people with demanding near-vision tasks, precision workers
Varilux XR Pro
Ultimate Personalization
Near Vision Behavior measurement
The ultimate progressive lens experience combining full personalization including frame specifications, iNVB measurement, and eye-rotation center optimization for the most demanding visual requirements.
Key Benefits:
- Complete frame geometry personalization
- Individual Near Vision Behavior (iNVB)
- Eye-rotation center optimization
- Maximum visual performance in all conditions
- Advanced anti-reflective and protective coatings
- Superior scratch and impact resistance
- Enhanced blue light protection
- Premium warranty and service
Ideal For: Professionals requiring absolute visual precision, luxury eyewear enthusiasts, those seeking the ultimate progressive lens experience
Which Varilux XR is Right for You?
Our expert opticians at Optic One will help you choose the perfect Varilux XR variant based on your lifestyle, visual demands, and personal preferences. Each option provides exceptional AI-powered quality with specific advantages tailored to different levels of personalization needs.
Why Choose Optic One Abu Dhabi for Your Varilux XR Lenses?
At Optic One, we combine cutting-edge technology with expert craftsmanship to ensure your Varilux XR lenses deliver optimal performance. Our advanced measurement and fitting process guarantees the perfect lens-to-eye positioning for maximum AI-powered visual benefits.
🔬 Visuoffice 3 Technology
State-of-the-art 3D measurement system that captures over 40 different parameters including your natural head posture, eye movements, frame fitting characteristics, vertex distance, pantoscopic and wrap angles. Essential for XR FIT and XR Pro personalization.
📐 iRuler with iNVB Measurement
Advanced iRuler measurement device that analyzes your individual Near Vision Behavior (iNVB) patterns. This innovative system studies your natural reading distance, head tilt, and convergence patterns for XR Track and XR Pro lenses.
👨⚕️ Expert Opticians
Our certified opticians have specialized training in progressive lens fitting and Varilux XR technology. They ensure proper prescription verification, precise measurements, and optimal AI-powered lens positioning for all four XR variants.
🏆 Premium Service
Comprehensive aftercare including adjustment periods, cleaning services, and satisfaction guarantee. We’re committed to ensuring your complete satisfaction with your new AI-powered Varilux XR lenses regardless of the variant chosen.
⚡ Fast Processing
Advanced laboratory partnerships ensure quick turnaround times without compromising quality. Most Varilux XR orders ready within 5-7 business days with precise AI calibration and personalization.
💎 Quality Guarantee
100% satisfaction guarantee with precise measurement process. Your vision is our priority, and we stand behind every AI-powered lens we craft, from XR Design to XR Pro.
Advanced Measurement Technology: Precision for Perfect AI-Powered Vision
Comprehensive Eye Examination
We offer complete vision assessment including refraction, binocular vision analysis, and eye health evaluation to ensure optimal prescription accuracy for AI processing.
Visuoffice 3 Advanced Measurement
3D facial scanning and comprehensive frame fitting analysis captures your unique facial geometry, vertex distance, pantoscopic angles, wrap angles, and eye-rotation centers ensuring perfect lens positioning for maximum visual field utilization.
iRuler with iNVB Analysis
Individual Near Vision Behavior measurement using our advanced iRuler device analyzes your natural reading distance, head tilt, convergence patterns, and reading posture to create personalized AI-driven lens zones for XR Track and XR Pro.
Lifestyle & Visual Behavior Assessment
Detailed consultation about your daily activities, work requirements, digital device usage, and visual preferences to optimize the AI behavioral prediction model and select the perfect XR variant.
AI-Powered Precision Crafting
Your measurements, behavioral data, and personalization parameters are processed through Essilor’s behavioral AI algorithms and sent to advanced laboratories where your customized Varilux XR lenses are crafted with micron-level precision.
Expert Fitting & Follow-up
Professional fitting with detailed instructions and scheduled follow-up appointments to ensure optimal adaptation and satisfaction with your AI-powered, personalized lenses.
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Ready to Experience Award-Winning Varilux XR Excellence?
Don’t settle for ordinary progressive lenses. Upgrade to AI-powered Varilux XR technology and experience the difference that behavioral artificial intelligence and personalized optimization can make in your daily life.
Understanding Volume of Broadband Vision: The XR Advantage
A new criterion, named volume of broadband vision, calculates the 3D area where the wearer can benefit from highly sharp vision on any visual target, even while moving, with seamless ocular navigation between 30cm and infinity.
3D Vision Calculation
Advanced algorithms calculate the three-dimensional space where you maintain sharp vision, providing a comprehensive view of your visual performance area regardless of XR variant chosen.
Motion Stability
Sharp vision is maintained even while moving, whether you’re walking, driving, or engaging in active lifestyles, thanks to AI prediction technology across all XR designs.
Seamless Navigation
Smooth transition between all distances from 30cm (reading) to infinity (distance vision) without the need to search for the “sweet spot,” enhanced further with personalization.
67% Larger Volume
Varilux XR provides significantly larger usable vision areas compared to competitor premium progressive lenses, with additional gains through FIT, Track, and Pro personalization.
Frequently Asked Questions About Varilux XR
How quickly can I adapt to Varilux XR lenses?
Varilux XR’s behavioral AI technology and instant adaptation features allow most wearers to feel comfortable immediately. Unlike traditional progressives that may require weeks of adjustment, XR lenses typically feel natural from the first wear, with 9/10 wearers experiencing instant sharpness at all distances. Higher personalization levels (FIT, Track, Pro) can further reduce adaptation time.
What’s the difference between the four XR variants?
XR Design provides AI-powered base performance. XR FIT adds frame geometry personalization (vertex distance, angles). XR Track includes individual Near Vision Behavior (iNVB) measurement for optimized near zones. XR Pro combines all personalizations including eye-rotation center optimization for ultimate performance.
Do I need the highest level (XR Pro) for best results?
Not necessarily! Our opticians will recommend the best XR variant based on your specific needs, lifestyle, and visual demands. XR Design may be perfect for general use, while XR Track suits heavy readers, and XR Pro benefits those requiring absolute precision or luxury features.
What is iNVB measurement and who needs it?
Individual Near Vision Behavior (iNVB) measurement analyzes your natural reading patterns, distance preferences, and head posture using our iRuler device. It’s included in XR Track and XR Pro, ideal for people who do extensive reading, computer work, or detailed near tasks.
How do frame measurements affect my lenses?
Frame geometry including vertex distance, pantoscopic angle, and wrap angle significantly impacts lens performance. XR FIT and XR Pro incorporate these measurements to optimize the lens positioning relative to your eyes, ensuring maximum visual benefit from the AI technology.
Are Varilux XR lenses worth the investment?
Absolutely! As the award-winning Silmo d’Or 2023 recipient and the best overall progressive lens, Varilux XR provides superior performance, instant adaptation, and varying levels of AI-powered personalization that significantly improve your daily visual experience and quality of life.
Visit Optic One Abu Dhabi – Your Varilux XR Specialists
Experience the difference that expert fitting and advanced AI measurement technology make. Our Abu Dhabi location features the latest diagnostic equipment including Visuoffice 3 and iRuler with iNVB capability, plus a wide selection of premium frames to complement your new Varilux XR lenses.
