Screenless Display Market Report 2026

The screenless display market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $6.21 billion in 2025 to $7.93 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 27.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growing adoption of portable electronics, early integration of holographic projection in consumer devices, innovation in laser and led projection modules, rising demand for immersive user interfaces, increased r&d investments in wearable display systems.

The screenless display market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $20.92 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 27.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expansion of hands-free interaction technologies, advancements in ai-powered image processing, rising demand for medical and assistive retinal displays, scaling adoption in automotive hud systems, growth of defense-grade screenless communication solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include AI-enabled screenless visualization, advanced ar/vr-integrated screenless interfaces, iot-driven ambient and surface projection systems, cloud-based rendering and cybersecure screenless platforms, intelligent manufacturing for next-gen screenless devices.

The increasing penetration of smartphones and consumer electronics is anticipated to drive the growth of the screenless display market. These devices, which include portable and household gadgets, facilitate communication, entertainment, and daily convenience. Factors such as enhanced internet connectivity, digitalization, the expansion of remote work, and the rise of e-learning contribute to their growing adoption. The demand for screenless displays is rising as these devices integrate voice assistants and AI-powered interfaces, supporting hands-free interactions. For instance, in May 2023, according to the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association, a Japan-based trade association, Japan’s electronic equipment production totaled 771.45 billion yen (approximately USD 5.6 billion). The production of consumer electronics increased to 32.09 billion yen (around USD 233 million), up from 25.26 billion yen (about USD 183 million) reported in May 2022. This growing penetration of smartphones and consumer electronics is fueling the expansion of the screenless display market.

Leading companies in the screenless display sector are concentrating on advancing technology, particularly through the development of miniaturized LED light engines to improve display efficiency. A miniaturized LED light engine is a compact optical module that produces high-quality light for displays, enabling lightweight and small-form-factor devices such as augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) headsets. In May 2023, Dispelix Oy, a Finland-based developer of see-through waveguides for extended reality (XR), collaborated with Avegant Corporation, a US-based company specializing in miniaturized LED light engines, to introduce an AR reference display module. This module incorporates the Dispelix Selvä, a lightweight, thin, and bright LED waveguide combiner that delivers superior visual quality while maintaining a form similar to regular glasses. It is combined with the Avegant AG-30L2 light engine, which is significantly smaller than earlier models. Together, these components contribute to the development of AR products resembling conventional eyewear, setting a new benchmark for visual performance and user comfort in everyday wearable AR glasses.

In December 2024, Eastman Chemical Company, a US-based specialty materials manufacturer, collaborated with Covestro AG and Ceres Holographics Ltd. to advance holographic transparent display technology for automotive applications. This partnership focuses on developing an integrated solution for head-up displays (HUDs) that can be seamlessly incorporated into windshields and side windows, enhancing safety and user experience. Covestro AG, based in Germany, specializes in polymer materials, while Ceres Holographics Ltd., a UK-based company, provides holographic optical elements for display technologies.

Major companies operating in the screenless display market are Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., Microsoft Corporation, Sony Group Corporation, Panasonic Corporation, Intel Corporation, BAE Systems Inc., NVIDIA Corporation, LG Display Co. Ltd., Synaptics Incorporated, Magic Leap Inc., Eon Reality Inc., Leia Inc., Vuzix Corporation, QD Laser Inc., Avegant Corporation, Seereal Technologies S.A, Holoxica Ltd., Ceres Holographics Ltd., RealView Imaging Ltd., MicroVision Inc.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs are influencing the screenless display market by increasing the cost of importing optical components, lasers, sensors, and semiconductor elements used in projection and retinal display systems. These cost pressures are most evident in segments such as holographic projection, head-up displays, and advanced retinal interfaces, with regions like Asia-Pacific and North America experiencing the strongest impact due to concentrated manufacturing and component sourcing. While tariffs have slowed procurement cycles and elevated production expenses, they have also encouraged domestic manufacturing, diversification of supply chains, and innovation in cost-efficient optical technologies, creating selective positive effects for local producers.

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A screenless display is a cutting-edge technology that projects digital content without the need for a physical screen, displaying images onto surfaces, the retina, or even into the air. It enhances the user experience by offering immersive, portable, and hands-free interactions, while also reducing eye strain and improving accessibility for users with visual impairments.

The main types of screenless displays include visual images, retinal displays, and synaptic interfaces. Visual image technology projects images onto surfaces using projectors or lasers, providing flexible, screen-free displays for applications such as holograms, VR goggles, and HUDs. These displays come in various sizes, ranging from small to large, and are used in applications such as holographic projection, head-mounted displays, and head-up displays. They serve industries such as consumer electronics, aerospace and defense, healthcare, automotive, and more.North America was the largest region in the screenless display market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the screenless display market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the screenless display market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The screenless display market consists of revenues earned by entities providing services such as holographic projections and augmented reality (AR) visualization. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The screenless display market also includes sales of head-mounted displays (HMDs), virtual retinal displays, and gesture-controlled interfaces. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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