Sony Corporation will release the " ELF-MN1," a 6-inch spatial display that allows users to enjoy 3D images without the need for special glasses , on Friday, December 11, 2026.
The product supports USB-C connections with smartphones and PCs, allowing users to enjoy digital figures of anime characters and avatars as if they were right in front of them.
Sony Announces the "ELF-MN1," a Compact Spatial Display!
Sony has announced the new spatial display “ELF-MN1” as part of the hardware lineup for its “XYN (Jin)” spatial content solutions.
The release date is Friday, December 11, 2026, and the estimated market price is around 54,000 yen (tax included).
The "ELF-MN1" is a compact 6-inch display that allows users to view 3D content—such as characters and avatars—as stereoscopic images without needing to wear special glasses or a headset.
Based on the concept of " Bringing the world of creativity into your 'everyday' life on your desk, " it enables users to enjoy 3D content in familiar settings such as on a desk or sideboard.
Enjoy stereoscopic images without glasses! Also compatible with smartphones
The "ELF-MN1" incorporates Sony’s proprietary technology that generates stereoscopic images in real time based on the viewer’s position.
By adding an IR sensor to the conventional gaze-tracking sensor, it accurately detects the position of the eyes even in dark environments.
Equipped with a high-resolution display boasting 403 ppi —the highest among Sony’s spatial reproduction displays—it delivers stereoscopic viewing with minimal image blurring or ghosting.
It also features a simple design with an acrylic stand.
The boundary between the screen and the desk is barely noticeable, creating the illusion that the displayed characters and objects blend seamlessly into the surrounding space.
It can be connected to compatible Windows PCs, iOS, and Android smartphones using just a single USB-C cable.
No complicated setup is required; simply launch the compatible app to view 3D content.
Note that a USB-C cable supporting DisplayPort Alternate Mode is required for connection.
Furthermore, an SDK for developers is provided, enabling the creation of original 3D content and applications.
Compatible with "HoloModel"! Enjoy digital figures of anime characters
The "ELF-MN1" is compatible with " HoloModel," a digital figure service provided by Gugenka, Inc.
You can view 3D digital figures—primarily official anime characters—without needing special glasses.
In addition, the company is working on creating content for the "ELF-MN1" in collaboration with XR creators and spatial content creators such as VoxelKei ( @VoxelKei ), Orange ( @orange_3134 ),YORIMIYA ( @jav6868 ), and Teruaki Tsubokura ( @kohack_v ).
Comment from Masafumi Mikami, Representative Director and CEO of Gugenka, Inc.
"ELF-MN1" is a display that allows users to enjoy the extensive lineup available through the "HoloModel" digital figure service—as if the figures were actually right in front of them—without the need for special glasses.
I believe that, combined with Sony’s technology, the vision we’re pursuing—a “daily life where your favorite character is right by your side”—will become even more natural and accessible.
I look forward to seeing this new viewing experience reach fans who love a wide variety of characters.”
Comment from VoxelKei (Spatial Content Creator)
While digital spatial representations using techniques like 3D Gaussian Splatting are incredibly compelling, the limited means of delivering three-dimensional objects to people in their original form has been a source of frustration.
"ELF-MN1" makes such spatial representations something that "is always there."
Given its compact size, I’m looking forward to seeing many people create their own personal spaces right on their desks.
Preview exhibitions are scheduled at the Sony Store Ginza and Nagoya!
空間コンテンツソリューション群「XYN(ジン)」のハードウェアラインアップとして、6インチで小型の空間再現ディスプレイ『ELF-MN1』を発売します。https://t.co/ryryRgqsOU pic.twitter.com/EossGDzXqF
— Sony (Japan) (@sony_jpn) October 28, 2026
Ahead of its release, Sony Store Ginzaand Sony Store Nagoya are scheduled to host preview exhibitions of the "ELF-MN1" in succession.
At the venues, visitors will be able to experience spatial content created by creators and "HoloModel" digital figures using naked-eye 3D technology.
Exhibition start dates and product details can be found on the "ELF-MN1" official website.
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