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GROOT FORCE - Master Product Requirements Document (PRD)

Document Version: 1.0
Date: November 2025
Status: Active Development
Owner: Product & Engineering Team

Document Control​

VersionDateAuthorChanges
1.0Nov 2025Product TeamInitial master PRD

Approval:

  • Product Lead
  • Engineering Lead
  • Business Lead

1. Executive Summary​

1.1 Product Vision​

GROOT FORCE is the world's first human-bound, privacy-first AI smart glasses platform that combines:

  • Advanced AR display technology
  • Local-first AI processing (3-8B parameter models)
  • Comprehensive sensor suite (IMU, ToF, LiDAR, health sensors)
  • Assistive capabilities for accessibility and enterprise
  • Modular architecture supporting multiple market segments

Mission: To give every human a personal, private, always-with-you AI that enhances life instead of replacing it.

Tagline: "Your AI. In Your Eyes. Loyal, Private, and Always There."

1.2 Strategic Goals (2025-2030)​

2025-2026:

  • Launch MVP platform with 5-10 variants
  • Achieve NDIS compliance and initial provider partnerships
  • Establish manufacturing in Thailand
  • Secure 500-2,000 units in Australian market

2027-2028:

  • Expand to Southeast Asia, US markets
  • Launch enterprise editions and SDK
  • Achieve 10,000-50,000 units globally
  • Build recurring revenue streams (cloud, connectivity, skills)

2029-2030:

  • Become leading offline-first personal AI platform
  • Global distribution across consumer, enterprise, assistive markets
  • 100,000+ units annually
  • Establish GROOT FORCE NET decentralized network

2. Market Analysis​

2.1 Target Markets​

Primary Markets:

  1. Assistive Technology ($26.8B-$41B by 2033)

    • NDIS participants (610,000+ in Australia)
    • Vision impaired (8.6-10M in US)
    • Mobility assistance (10.2M aged 65+ in US)

  2. AR Smart Glasses ($17B-$70B by 2030)

    • 210% YoY growth in 2024
    • Meta Ray-Ban validation (2M+ units)
    • Premium segment gap ($975-1,300)

  3. Enterprise AR ($2,000-3,500 segment)

    • Industrial AR proving 19-40% productivity gains
    • Mining, logistics, healthcare, manufacturing

  4. Lifestyle Wearables ($1.93B to $8.26B by 2030)

    • 27.3% CAGR
    • Fashion-forward tech adoption

2.2 Competitive Landscape​

Direct Competitors:

  • Meta Ray-Ban ($299) - 60.6% market share, displayless
  • XREAL/Viture ($449-649) - AR display, phone-tethered
  • Microsoft HoloLens/Magic Leap ($3,000+) - Enterprise AR

Competitive Advantages:

  1. Only platform with comprehensive walking assistance
  2. True offline-first AI (not cloud-dependent)
  3. Privacy-first architecture (user owns their AI)
  4. Modular platform (one architecture, many variants)
  5. Accessibility-focused (NDIS-ready from day one)
  6. Australian design + Thai manufacturing (cost-effective)

3. Product Architecture​

3.1 The Omni-Stack (7-Layer Architecture)​

Layer 7: Human Experience (KLYRA personality)
Layer 6: AI Brain (LLM + RAG + Fusion)
Layer 5: Intelligence Orchestration
Layer 4: Operating System (KLYRA OS)
Layer 3: Sensor & Hardware Abstraction
Layer 2: Electronics + Power + Thermal
Layer 1: Physical Architecture (Frame, Materials)

Key Principle: One architecture for ALL variants - only sensors, firmware profiles, and skill bundles change.

4. Product Variants & Market Fit​

4.1 Core Product Line​

GF-BE (Ben's Assistive Edition)​

  • Target: Wheelchair users, mobility-limited individuals
  • Price: $1,600-1,950 AUD
  • Key Features: Voice/gaze control, wheelchair mounting, hazard alerts, SOS, remote assistance
  • Market Size: 160,000-300,000 (accessibility market, 2-3% adoption)

GF-CL (Care & Joy Edition)​

  • Target: NDIS support workers, caregivers
  • Price: $1,350-1,550 AUD
  • Key Features: Consent-aware note-taking, incident logging, fall detection, NDIS-compliant documentation
  • Market Size: NDIS provider network, 100,000+ potential users

GF-NF (Nick's Fitness Edition)​

  • Target: Active lifestyle enthusiasts, athletes
  • Price: $1,300-1,500 AUD
  • Key Features: Real-time vitals, fatigue detection, UV exposure, training guidance
  • Market Size: 2.5-5M active adults, 25,000-150,000 early adopters

GF-TX (TradeForce Pro)​

  • Target: Trades, construction, field service
  • Price: $999-1,199 AUD (enterprise volume)
  • Key Features: IP65 protection, OH&S reminders, AR measurement, SOP viewers, remote expert mode
  • Market Size: 20-30M professionals, 100,000-600,000 early enterprise adopters

GF-VI (VisionAssist)​

  • Target: Low-vision, blind users
  • Price: $1,600-1,950 AUD
  • Key Features: Scene description, OCR reading, navigation, hazard detection
  • Market Size: 8.6-10M visually impaired adults in US
  • Target: Deaf, hard-of-hearing users
  • Price: $1,350-1,550 AUD
  • Key Features: Live captions, sound-class alerts, directional indicators
  • Market Size: Significant deaf/HoH population

GF-TR (Traveller Edition)​

  • Target: International travelers, digital nomads
  • Price: $1,300-1,500 AUD
  • Key Features: Translation, currency conversion, navigation, trip journaling
  • Market Size: Global travelers, tech-savvy nomads

GF-LX (Lifestyle Edition)​

  • Target: Consumer wellness market
  • Price: $999-1,250 AUD
  • Key Features: Journaling, mood tracking, reminders, wellness tools
  • Market Size: Mainstream consumer adoption

GF-EN (Enterprise Vision)​

  • Target: Industrial fleets, corporate deployments
  • Price: $99-199/seat/month (SaaS) + $999-1,149 hardware
  • Key Features: Remote expert, SOP integration, compliance monitoring, fleet management
  • Market Size: Enterprise AR market

4.2 Shared Core Features (All Variants)​

Hardware Foundation:

  • Magnesium thermal spine + TR90/carbon fiber frame
  • Dual 900 mAh Li-Po batteries (5.5-8h runtime)
  • RK3588 or Snapdragon XR SoC
  • IMU, ToF, LiDAR sensor suite
  • Bone conduction audio
  • Micro-OLED waveguide displays
  • 55-58g weight, IP54 protection (IP65 on trade variants)

Software Foundation:

  • KLYRA OS (Android 11 AOSP base)
  • Local AI runtime (3-8B parameter LLMs)
  • Whisper STT, Piper TTS
  • RAG & memory engine
  • Privacy-first architecture
  • Offline-first operation

5. User Personas & Needs​

5.1 Primary Personas​

Persona 1: Independent Living Sarah (Accessibility)​

  • Age: 58-72
  • Income: $35,000-65,000
  • Pain Points: Fear of falls, loss of independence, social isolation
  • Key Needs: Obstacle detection, ground mapping, lightweight (55-58g), 6-14h battery, voice navigation
  • Purchase Drivers: Aging in place, avoiding nursing home costs ($4,000-8,000/month), maintaining dignity
  • Decision Timeline: 3-6 months (family discussions)
  • Funding: Vocational rehabilitation, family pooling, Medicare Advantage

Persona 2: Early Adopter Marcus (Tech Enthusiast)​

  • Age: 28-49
  • Income: $67,000-150,000+
  • Pain Points: Feature fatigue, device fragmentation, social acceptance of "geeky" tech
  • Key Needs: Premium design, dual 32MP cameras, 1080p micro-OLED, AI translation, content creation
  • Purchase Drivers: Status, innovation leadership, novel experiences
  • Decision Timeline: 1-4 weeks
  • Funding: Personal income, low price sensitivity at $975-1,300

Persona 3: Efficient Professional Jordan (Enterprise)​

  • Age: 32-55
  • Income: $85,000-140,000
  • Pain Points: Device switching inefficiency, safety risks, high training costs, compliance documentation
  • Key Needs: Hands-free operation, safety features, documentation cameras, full-shift battery, comfortable weight
  • Purchase Drivers: Measurable ROI (10-20% productivity), reduced errors, enhanced safety
  • Decision Timeline: 3-6 months (budget approval, pilot testing)
  • Funding: Corporate purchase, 10+ unit volume discounts

Persona 4: Adventure-Ready Alex (Active Lifestyle)​

  • Age: 35-58
  • Income: $75,000-120,000
  • Pain Points: Trail safety concerns, device burden, charging anxiety, content capture
  • Key Needs: Ground mapping, obstacle detection, lightweight, 6-14h battery, hands-free cameras
  • Purchase Drivers: Proactive safety, active aging, adventure documentation
  • Decision Timeline: 2-6 weeks
  • Funding: Personal income, compared against GoPro + GPS + sunglasses bundle ($800-1,200)

6. Feature Requirements​

6.1 Must-Have Features (P0)​

Hardware:

  • Weight under 58 grams
  • Battery life 5.5-8 hours active, multi-day standby
  • Stylish design (multiple frame styles)
  • IP54 water/dust resistance minimum
  • Prescription lens compatibility

Core AI:

  • Local LLM (3-8B parameters)
  • Offline-first operation
  • Voice control (Whisper STT)
  • Real-time translation (24+ languages)
  • Privacy-first (no cloud requirement)

Safety & Assistance:

  • Obstacle detection (ToF + LiDAR)
  • Ground mapping for walking assistance
  • Fall detection
  • Hazard alerts

Display & Audio:

  • Micro-OLED AR display
  • Bone conduction audio
  • Adaptive brightness control

6.2 High-Value Features (P1)​

Camera & Vision:

  • Dual 32MP cameras (exceeds market standard of 12MP)
  • 4K video recording
  • OCR for text reading
  • Object recognition

Health Tracking:

  • Heart rate monitoring (SpO2, HR)
  • Fatigue detection (HRV-based)
  • Environmental sensors (BME688)

Connectivity:

  • Bluetooth 5.3
  • Wi-Fi 6
  • Optional LTE/5G (enterprise variants)

Enterprise Features:

  • Remote expert mode
  • SOP viewer integration
  • Compliance documentation
  • Fleet management

6.3 Nice-to-Have Features (P2)​

  • Solar charging (EYON feature, evaluate for GF)
  • Extended battery strap
  • Advanced gesture controls
  • Multi-user sharing modes
  • Developer SDK marketplace

7. Success Metrics & KPIs​

7.1 Product Metrics​

Adoption:

  • Units sold: 500-2,000 (Y1), 25,000-60,000 (Y2), 50,000-120,000 (Y3)
  • Monthly active users (MAU): Track daily usage rates
  • Retention: > 70% at 3 months (3x Ray-Ban Stories Gen 1)

Quality:

  • Net Promoter Score (NPS): > 50
  • Return rate: < 5%
  • Customer satisfaction: > 4.5/5 stars

Engagement:

  • Daily active usage: > 60% of users
  • Average session length: Track by variant
  • Feature adoption rates: Track key features by persona

7.2 Business Metrics​

Revenue:

  • Hardware revenue: $9.4M-22M (Y1), $27.5M-66M (Y2), $55M-132M (Y3)
  • Recurring revenue (cloud/connectivity): Track MRR growth
  • Enterprise contracts: Track seat licenses and SaaS revenue

Profitability:

  • Gross margin: > 50% after Y1 scaling
  • CAC payback: < 12 months
  • LTV:CAC ratio: > 3:1

Market Position:

  • Healthcare provider prescription rate: Track quarterly growth
  • Enterprise pilot to deployment conversion: > 40%
  • Brand awareness: Track in target markets

8. Technical Requirements​

8.1 Performance Requirements​

Processing:

  • AI inference latency: < 200ms for voice commands
  • Display latency: < 20ms for AR overlays
  • Camera capture: 4K@60fps, 1080p@120fps

Power:

  • Active runtime: 5.5-8 hours minimum
  • Standby: Multi-day ( > 48 hours)
  • Thermal: Surface temp < 38°C sustained, core < 50°C

Sensors:

  • IMU update rate: 200-1000 Hz
  • ToF range: 0.2-4m
  • LiDAR range: 12m, eye-safe
  • Health sensors: Medical-grade accuracy where applicable

8.2 Safety Requirements​

Regulatory Compliance:

  • RCM (Australia)
  • FCC Part 15 (USA)
  • CE/RED (Europe)
  • Battery: UN38.3, IEC 62133
  • Optics: IEC 60825-1 Class 1, IEC 62471

User Safety:

  • Emergency shutdown at 50°C
  • Physical mic kill switch
  • Camera LED indicator (always-on when recording)
  • Privacy shutters (optional)

8.3 Security & Privacy​

Data Protection:

  • Local-only operation by default
  • AES-256 encryption at rest
  • TLS 1.3 for cloud connections
  • Zero-knowledge encryption for cloud backups

Privacy Controls:

  • GDPR compliant
  • Australian Privacy Act 1988 compliant
  • NDIS data protection compliant
  • User owns all data
  • Explicit consent for cloud sync

9. Go-to-Market Strategy​

9.1 Launch Phases​

Phase 1 (Months 1-6): Australian Home Market

  • Target: 500-2,000 units
  • Focus: NDIS, accessibility, healthcare providers
  • Pricing: $1,499-1,999 AUD
  • Strategy: Clinical validation, case studies, proof of concept

Phase 2 (Months 6-12): US Scale Market

  • Target: 5,000-10,000 units
  • Focus: Healthcare, enterprise, direct-to-consumer
  • Pricing: $1,299 launch, $1,149 standard, $975 accessibility program
  • Strategy: Healthcare partnerships, enterprise pilots, DTC website

Phase 3 (Months 12-18): European Entry

  • Target: 2,000-5,000 units (UK + Germany)
  • Focus: Enterprise and healthcare first
  • Pricing: £999-1,199 (UK), €1,199-1,399 (Germany)
  • Strategy: GDPR compliance, local partnerships, government procurement

Phase 4 (Months 18-24+): Asian Expansion

  • Target: Variable by market
  • Markets: Singapore (hub), South Korea, Japan
  • Focus: Market-specific strategies
  • Strategy: Local partnerships, regulatory compliance

9.2 Pricing Strategy​

Consumer Variants:

  • Launch Edition: $1,299 (limited, early adopter premium)
  • Standard Edition: $1,149 (primary price)
  • Accessibility Program: $975 (verified need + financing)

Enterprise Variants:

  • Volume Pricing: $999 (10-49 units), $899 (50+ units)
  • SaaS Licensing: $99-199/seat/month
  • Custom Deployments: $50K-250K

Positioning Rationale:

  • Above consumer smart glasses ($299-799) for premium positioning
  • Below enterprise-only solutions ($2,000+) for accessibility
  • Justified vs. smart cane ($500-1,000) + smartphone given comprehensive capabilities

9.3 Distribution Channels​

Direct-to-Consumer:

  • Dedicated website (WCAG 2.1 AAA compliant)
  • Telemedicine and remote fitting
  • Financing options via medical equipment lenders

Healthcare Provider:

  • Partnerships with major health systems
  • Occupational therapist referral programs
  • Prescription pathways

Enterprise Direct Sales:

  • B2B sales team
  • Pilot program offerings
  • Trade show presence

Strategic Retail:

  • Specialty accessibility equipment retailers
  • Premium eyewear stores
  • Optical chain partnerships (explore)

10. Risk Assessment & Mitigation​

10.1 Technical Risks​

RiskProbabilityImpactMitigation
Battery life doesn't meet 6-8h targetMediumHighConservative testing, battery strap backup, power optimization firmware
Weight exceeds 58g comfort thresholdMediumHighMaterial selection (graphene-magnesium), component miniaturization, continuous user testing
Obstacle detection false positivesHighHighML training on diverse environments, continuous improvement, clear user education on limitations
Thermal management insufficientMediumHighGraphite spreaders, magnesium spine, firmware throttling, extensive thermal testing
Solar charging underdelivers (EYON)HighMediumRigorous technical validation, pivot to extended battery if needed, transparent communication

10.2 Market Risks​

RiskProbabilityImpactMitigation
Meta Ray-Ban dominance limits market shareHighMediumClear differentiation (AR display, walking assist, health tracking), target underserved personas
Apple enters affordable AR (2027-2028)HighHighEstablish strong position in 18-24 month window, build loyal user base, focus on accessibility niche
Enterprise sales cycles longer than expectedMediumMediumCash flow planning for delayed revenue, pilot programs, comprehensive ROI documentation
Regulatory delays in EU/ChinaMediumMediumPhased international expansion, dedicated legal resources ($200K-500K budget), local partnerships

10.3 Business Risks​

RiskProbabilityImpactMitigation
Manufacturing quality issuesMediumHighQC investment, Thailand factory relationships, supplier audits, iterative testing (EVT/DVT/PVT)
NDIS approval delaysMediumHighEarly engagement with NDIA, clinical validation, healthcare provider advocacy
Funding shortfallLowHighStaged funding rounds, government grants, conservative burn rate, revenue generation focus

11. Development Roadmap​

11.1 Hardware Development​

Q4 2024 - Q1 2025: EVT (Engineering Validation Testing)

  • Validate core electronics architecture
  • Test thermal management
  • Sensor integration and calibration
  • Initial firmware bring-up

Q1 2025: DVT (Design Validation Testing)

  • Finalize industrial design
  • Validate manufacturing processes
  • Begin compliance testing
  • User testing with prototypes

Q2 2025: PVT (Production Validation Testing)

  • Pre-production units
  • Final compliance approvals
  • Quality assurance procedures
  • Packaging and logistics

Q3 2025: Mass Production Launch

  • Initial production run: 500-2,000 units
  • Australian market launch
  • Begin US market preparation

11.2 Software Development​

Phase 1 (Q4 2024 - Q1 2025): MVP

  • KLYRA OS core services
  • Local AI runtime (3-4B LLM)
  • Whisper STT, Piper TTS
  • Basic HUD apps
  • 5 essential skills

Phase 2 (Q2 2025): Developer SDK

  • Skills store infrastructure
  • Third-party packaging system
  • Code signing and security
  • Developer documentation

Phase 3 (Q3 2025): Enterprise Features

  • Remote expert mode
  • PPE detection
  • Field reporting tools
  • Compliance documentation

Phase 4 (Q4 2025+): Cloud & Expansion

  • Optional cloud boost tier
  • International rollout support
  • Telco bundling (GROOT FORCE Connect)
  • Advanced AI features (8B+ models)

12. Stakeholder Requirements​

12.1 Internal Stakeholders​

Engineering Team:

  • Clear, traceable requirements
  • Realistic timelines and milestones
  • Access to user feedback
  • Adequate testing resources

Manufacturing Team:

  • Detailed BOM and assembly procedures
  • Quality control specifications
  • Supplier management support
  • Scalable production processes

Business Team:

  • Market validation data
  • Pricing strategy flexibility
  • Revenue projections
  • Partnership opportunities

12.2 External Stakeholders​

Users:

  • Reliable, safe product
  • Clear value proposition
  • Excellent customer support
  • Privacy protection

Healthcare Providers:

  • Clinical validation data
  • NDIS compliance documentation
  • Training and support materials
  • Prescription guidelines

Enterprise Customers:

  • ROI justification
  • Integration support
  • Fleet management tools
  • Security and compliance

Investors:

  • Clear product roadmap
  • Market opportunity validation
  • Financial projections
  • Risk mitigation strategies

13. Open Questions & Decisions Needed​

13.1 Technical Decisions​

  • Final SoC selection: RK3588 vs. Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2

    • Decision criteria: Power efficiency, AI performance, cost, supplier reliability
    • Decision deadline: End of EVT phase

  • Display technology: Micro-OLED vs. alternatives

    • Decision criteria: Brightness, power consumption, cost, availability
    • Decision deadline: DVT phase

  • Solar charging for GF variants: Include or defer to EYON only?

    • Decision criteria: Technical feasibility, weight impact, cost, differentiation value
    • Decision deadline: DVT phase

13.2 Business Decisions​

  • NDIS application strategy: Apply for specific AT category or multiple categories?

    • Decision owner: Business Lead + Legal
    • Decision deadline: Q1 2025

  • Manufacturing location: Finalize Thailand factory partner

    • Decision criteria: Quality, cost, scalability, reliability
    • Decision deadline: Q4 2024

  • Cloud pricing tiers: Finalize Pro and Enterprise tier pricing

    • Decision criteria: Competitive analysis, cost structure, value perception
    • Decision deadline: Q2 2025

13.3 Market Decisions​

  • Launch market priority: Australia first or simultaneous AU + US launch?

    • Decision criteria: Resources, regulatory readiness, market validation risk
    • Decision deadline: Q1 2025

  • Brand positioning: Lead with accessibility or premium tech?

    • Decision criteria: Market research, competitive positioning, brand perception
    • Decision deadline: Q4 2024

14. Appendices​

Requirements:

Architecture:

Implementation:

Business:

14.2 Glossary​

TermDefinition
Omni-Stack7-layer unified architecture for all GROOT FORCE variants
KLYRAAI personality and OS layer name
Human-Bound AIAI system permanently bound to single user for loyalty and privacy
Offline-FirstOperation without cloud dependency; cloud is optional enhancement
Local LLMLarge language model running on device without cloud
RAGRetrieval-Augmented Generation for AI knowledge base
ToFTime-of-Flight sensor for depth sensing
IMUInertial Measurement Unit for motion tracking
NDISNational Disability Insurance Scheme (Australia)
GF-XXProduct variant code (e.g., GF-BE = Ben's Assistive Edition)

14.3 References​

Technical Standards:

  • IEC 62368-1: Safety of IT and AV equipment
  • IEC 62133: Battery safety
  • UN38.3: Battery transport
  • IEC 60825-1: Laser safety
  • IEC 62471: Photobiological safety

Market Research:

  • GROOT FORCE Market Research Document
  • Meta Ray-Ban sales data (2M+ units, 60.6% market share)
  • AR smart glasses market projections ($17B-70B by 2030)
  • Assistive technology market data ($26.8B-41B by 2033)

Internal Documentation:

  • GROOT FORCE Master File Volumes 1-8
  • EYON specifications and positioning
  • Pantry App development (parallel project)

Document Approval​

Approved by:

  • Product Lead: _________________ Date: _______
  • Engineering Lead: _________________ Date: _______
  • Business Lead: _________________ Date: _______

Change Log: All changes to this PRD must be documented with version number, date, author, and description of changes.

END OF MASTER PRD

This document serves as the north star for GROOT FORCE product development, defining what we're building, why we're building it, and how we measure success. All other requirements documents (FRDs, SRS) trace back to this master PRD.