Do I need 3D models to get holographic depth?

No. HLD can create holographic depth from standard 2D videos and images. If you have 3D assets, the workflow supports those as well.

What files work best?

Short MP4 clips or high-quality image sequences perform well. For advanced pipelines, 3D formats like GLB/GLTF and USDZ are supported.

How is this different from earlier Light Field displays?

HLD emphasizes instant deployment from 2D pipelines and provides a large, comfortable viewing zone for groups. Light Field displays are optimized for creators working hands-on with 3D assets.

Can I see a live demo or pilot an install?

Yes—book a demo to preview your media on an HLD and discuss deployment options for retail, events, or museum installations.

What if I only have 2D content today?

You can start immediately. The workflow is designed to level up existing 2D content with holographic depth—no headset or specialized 3D pipeline required.

Our technology

A decade of holograms. Now, for something brand new.

For a decade, Looking Glass has been the leader in light field displays. Now we’re bringing holograms to everyone with an entirely new technology. The HLD is a new way for groups to go beyond flat screens into the third dimension.

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Introducing

Hololuminescent™ Displays (HLD)

The easiest way to make holograms.

Hololuminescent™ Displays (HLD) are 2D displays with a fixed holographic background embedded in the display stack. This is a fundamentally new technology, different than our 3D light field technology:

2D display layer provides high resolution visuals and text from standard video content
Integrated fixed 3D holographic volume creates virtual space and perceived depth

Together, they create an immersive three-dimensional stage for all types of content using standard video production pipelines and media players.

How it works

A new kind of display with an embedded holographic background.

3D Embedded Holographic Background

+ High Resolution 2D Video

= Hololuminescent™ Display (HLD)

Step 1

Import your content

Showing how to prepare content for Hololuminescent™ Display (HLD) using Green screen / chroma key as a colored background for the content which is a brown upright CGI bear

Open HLD Author in Chrome and bring in a video, image, or supported 3D asset.

Step 2

Edit and preview

HLD Author workspace showing a supported asset framed and previewed for Hololuminescent™ Display playback

Frame your content on the 9:16 canvas, add treatments such as chroma key and shadows, and preview the result.

Step 3

Export for playback

Exported Brown bear waving content on the Hololuminescent™ Display (HLD)

Choose the destination and HLD Author exports the correct MP4 for the included Demo Media Player, BrightSign, musubi, or general video playback.

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Advanced creation workflows

HLD Author is all you need for the standard workflow. Premiere Pro and After Effects are optional tools for teams that want more control over source footage, compositing, motion graphics, or visual effects before bringing finished media into HLD Author.

High resolution holograms. Absolutely no resolution compromise on high resolution video footage.
Instantly deployable. Plug-and-play setup and works with traditional digital signage devices (like Brightsign).
People & product optimized. Perfect for characters, retail, signage and brand activations.
Scalable. Display sizes range from desktop to life-sized.
Group viewable. Designed to be viewed by groups of people at a time with no eye-tracking and no eye fatigue.