What is a Hololuminescent™ Display (HLD)?

HLD is a group-viewable holographic display that produces real-world depth in a thin, bright form factor. Ideal for venues like retail stores, museums, and brand activations.

Do I need 3D content to use the HLD?

No. HLD can automatically generate depth from standard 2D videos and images, but also supports 3D files and pipelines for advanced content.

Can I pre-order or join the Early Access program?

Yes. You can reserve your HLD through the Early Access program, which secures your place in the first production batch. Deposits are fully refundable prior to shipment.

What are the size options for HLD?

HLD will be available in multiple sizes, ranging from desktop-scale 16-inch to large-format 65-inch and beyond, to suit retail and museum deployments.

Who is the HLD designed for?

HLD is made for creative producers, agencies, and organizations looking to showcase content with holographic depth in real-world environments.

Creative guidelines: Products

Content guidelines and recommendations for making high-quality product visualizations in Hololuminescent displays. Viewing products on a HLD is a great way to get them to stand out. There are a few tips and tricks we've learned along the way to really make them pop.

Safe area

The area that's best for your main content. We recommend adhering to the safe area guidelines when possible — violating these guidelines can work for the right content but can also harm the 3D effect

This product showcase places the headphones in the center of the alcove and adds a subtle drop shadow. With a bit of motion this will become an effective showcase of the product and also benefit from the 3D effect of the alcove.

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This product showcase incorrectly places the holograms in front of the edges of the alcove. This will negatively impact the 3D effect and should be avoided.

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Flexible deployment via video inputs or any CMS platform

Use any media player or connect directly to any video output device.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to commonly asked questions

When do the first early access Hololuminescent™ Display (HLD) units ship?

HLD 16” ships May 2026.
HLD 27” ships May 2026.
HLD 86” ships June 2026.

Where does HLD ship to?

We ship internationally to most countries around the world.
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Orders shipped outside the U.S. and Hong Kong will be subjected to local customs fees, duties, or taxes. Orders within the U.S, applicable states sales tax will also fall under the buyer's responsibility.

What’s included in the box?

• 1 x Hololuminescent™ Display with VESA mount.
• 1 x Demo media player
• 1 x Pre-loaded demo content on a USB drive
• 1 x HDMI Cable (79" / 2m)
• 1 x Installation & wall mounting guide
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For large-scale deployments and remote management, the HLD is compatible with a variety of managed media players and CMS like Brightsign, Yodeck, and Scala.‍

What's the difference between an HLD and a Light Field Display?

Think of our displays as two branches of the same tree:
• Hololuminescent Displays (HLD) → For effortless holographic presence, anywhere. Used for high-traffic engagement and presence.
• Light Field Displays → For advanced 3D visualization, interaction, and research. Used for industrial visualization.
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Learn more here.

How does the HLD technology work?

Our HLD technology builds on a decade of holographic and light field experience and intellectual property.. This new HLD technology combines a fixed holographic volume baked into the display's optical stack, creating true depth and dimension that makes people, characters, and products appear to float in space.

The HLD does not require eye-tracking cameras. It is intended to work as well for one person as it does for dozens of people at the same time.
The technology behind the Looking Glass hardware and software is protected by patents granted and pending around the world. Learn more here.

Can I get a custom sized HLD?

Depending on your size requirements, we can create custom-sized HLDs for your needs. HLDs can be made from as small as 2" to 200".
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Contact us and let us know what you are looking for at support@lookingglassfactory.com.

What resolution do the HLDs have?

The HLDs feature a full HD (1080p) resolution for the 16” display and 4K resolution for the 27” & 86" displays.

What computer do I need to run the HLD?

The HLD includes a Raspberry Pi 4 for demo and experimentation purposes.
For long-term installations, we recommend using a digital signage solution such as BrightSign, Yodeck, or Scala. These solutions must support:
• 1080p output for the HLD 16"
• 4K output for the HLD 27" and HLD 86"

Both HDMI and DisplayPort (DP) connections are supported.

Other computer configurations (e.g., Windows PC or macOS) are also compatible, provided they meet the same resolution requirements (1080p for HLD 16", 4K for HLD 27" and HLD 86") via HDMI or USB-C.

Does the HLD have audio playback?

The standard Hololuminescent™ Displays do not have built-in speakers. However, you can connect a speaker for audio playback via the 3.5mm AUX jack for audio out.

How do I deploy content for the HLD?

For demo and experimentation, you can use the included Raspberry Pi 4. Simply load your content onto a USB drive (following our upcoming guides) and insert it into the Raspberry Pi.
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For permanent installations, we recommend a professional digital signage solution such as BrightSign, Yodeck, or Scala.

Inquire further at support@lookingglassfactory.com.

How do I make content for the HLD?

The HLD displays standard 2D video enhanced with shadows and lighting effects that make the content appear as if it’s on a holographic stage.
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You can create these videos in several ways:
• AI video generation (e.g., Kling, Veo, Runway)
• Real-world footage (e.g., iPhone, DSLR)
• Digital renderings (e.g., Blender, Cinema4D, Maya)

To add the lighting effects, we will provide an Adobe Premiere Pro / After Effects template along with a user guide.

In addition, you can build real-time applications using tools like Unity3D and Unreal Engine. Templates, tutorials, and user guides will be available soon.

Can I make custom backgrounds for my HLD?

At the moment, all HLDs come with a pre-set alcove (box).For custom backgrounds, please inquire further at support@lookingglassfactory.com.

What's your refund policy?

Looking Glass Factory offers a 30-day, no-questions-asked refund for any of our standard products you’re not satisfied with, provided the product is in its original, sellable condition. You can review the full policy here.

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Stop traffic. Start conversations.

Why HLD just works

Infinite creative possibilities

Life-size product hero

Digital Fashion model

Seasonal promo graphics

How HLD™ compares to other hologram technology

Hologram Boxes

Fan Displays

Pepper's Ghost

How it works

Endless possibilities

How it works

A fixed holographic volume sits inside a high resolution display

Standard video aligns to the holographic volume to create depth

Result: dimensional presence from ordinary content in a much smaller form factor.

Making content for the HLD is simple

Flexible deployment via video inputs or any CMS platform

Content workflow

Step 1

Create your content.

Step 2

Preview and validate with HLD Author

Step 3

Export for playback

Step 4

Play content on the HLD

Creative guidelines: Products

Safe area

This product showcase places the headphones in the center of the alcove and adds a subtle drop shadow. With a bit of motion this will become an effective showcase of the product and also benefit from the 3D effect of the alcove.

This product showcase incorrectly places the holograms in front of the edges of the alcove. This will negatively impact the 3D effect and should be avoided.

Flexible deployment via video inputs or any CMS platform

Life-size holograms in a razor-thin display

Frequently Asked Questions

Stop traffic. Start conversations.

Why HLD just works

Infinite creative possibilities

Life-size product hero

Digital Fashion model

Seasonal promo graphics

How HLD™ compares to other hologram technology

Hologram Boxes

Fan Displays

Pepper's Ghost

How it works

Endless possibilities

How it works

A fixed holographic volume sits inside a high resolution display

Standard video aligns to the holographic volume to create depth

Result: dimensional presence from ordinary content in a much smaller form factor.

Making content for the HLD is simple

Flexible deployment via video inputs or any CMS platform

Content workflow

Step 1

Create your content.

Step 2

Preview and validate with HLD Author

Step 3

Export for playback

Step 4

Play content on the HLD

Creative guidelines: Products

Safe area

This product showcase places the headphones in the center of the alcove and adds a subtle drop shadow. With a bit of motion this will become an effective showcase of the product and also benefit from the 3D effect of the alcove.

This product showcase incorrectly places the holograms in front of the edges of the alcove. This will negatively impact the 3D effect and should be avoided.

Flexible deployment via video inputs or any CMS platform

Life-size holograms in a razor-thin display

Frequently Asked Questions

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