Back in 2018, Microsoft began prototyping the Integrated Visual Augmentation Systems (IVAS) augmented reality glasses and was awarded a $480 million contract by the Army for 100,000 units.
The initial agreement was expanded in March 2021, ensuring Microsoft will provide finalized production versions, parts, and support in an agreement potentially worth up to $21.9 billion across a decade. The Army ordered an initial 5,000 units, valued at $373 million, with around 121,000 to be delivered over the course of the deal.