Xreal Launches Project Aura Glasses for Android XR Platform

Key Takeaways

1. Xreal has launched Project Aura glasses in collaboration with Google, built for the Android XR operating system.
2. Project Aura glasses feature dual 3D environmental sensors and a camera for AI integration and media capture.
3. The glasses are expected to have specifications similar to the Xreal Air 2 Ultra, including a 385-inch virtual screen and high-quality displays.
4. Google is working to establish a presence in the AR/VR/XR market, facing competition from brands like Meta.
5. More details about Project Aura will be revealed at the Augmented World Expo (AWE) in June, but no specific release date has been announced.

Xreal has introduced the Project Aura glasses in collaboration with Google, designed for the new Android XR extended reality operating system. These glasses will connect to an external device that runs on a Qualcomm Snapdragon XR chipset.

Google’s Long Journey in XR

Google has been trying to make a name for itself in the AR/VR/XR realm for years, starting with Google Cardboard, which turned smartphones into displays and hosts. However, competitors like the Meta Quest 3 series (available on Amazon) have gained more traction among gamers and virtual reality fans. The Android XR represents Google’s newest effort to develop an independent operating system tailored for virtual reality applications.

Features of Project Aura

The design of the Project Aura glasses is quite similar to the Xreal Air 2 Ultra, featuring dual 3D environmental sensors located at the top corners of the front frame. Additionally, Aura includes what seems to be a camera positioned above the nose bridge, which can be utilized with Google Gemini AI, as well as for capturing photos and videos.

Specifications and Release Information

The Air 2 Ultra has the ability to project a virtual screen as large as 385 inches, employing dual Sony 0.68-inch 1080p micro-OLED displays with a refresh rate of 120 Hz and a brightness level of 500 nits. Therefore, it is expected that the Project Aura glasses will have comparable specifications.

Xreal is set to share more details during the Augmented World Expo (AWE) in June, although neither Xreal nor Google has provided a specific release date for the Android XR.

Those who are keen on exploring the newest AR glasses might want to check out similar products available at Xreal, Rokid, and RayNeo stores on Amazon.

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