Xreal Launches Aura Wired Smart Glasses Powered by Android XR

Xreal has introduced the Xreal Aura, a new wired smart glasses headset powered by Android XR and Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Reality Elite platforms, announced at the Android Dev Summit on Wednesday.

Google is partnering with hardware makers like Xreal and Samsung to expand its Android XR ecosystem as competition intensifies in the smart glasses market. According to the announcement, the device is now available to order in the United States, Canada, Japan, and South Korea, with shipping expected to begin by mid-November.

Design and Hardware Specifications

Unlike standalone headsets such as Apple’s Vision Pro, the Xreal Aura connects to a separate smartphone-like processing device, resembling form factors closer to Meta’s smart glasses.

• Display: Sony Micro-OLED with 1200p resolution at 120 Hz and a 95-degree field of view.
• Weight: 95 grams for the glasses (plus the external processing puck).
• Audio: Bose technology integrated for sound output.
• AI Integration: Google's Gemini functions as an on-screen assistant for context and Q&A.

Pricing and Configurations

• 12GB + 256GB Model: Priced at $1,279, with a promotional launch price of $1,099 available through December.
• 16GB + 512GB Model: Priced at $1,499, with a promotional launch price of $1,299 available through December.

Software Support and Connectivity

At launch, the headset supports various Google Play applications, games, and specific XR experiences, including the NBA App, NASCAR XR App, and content from the San Francisco Ballet Company. Users can also connect a computer or handheld gaming console directly via USB-C to use the display for productivity or virtual multi-monitor setups.

Verification of these announcements and purchasing availability can be done by visiting official Xreal and Google event channels or checking regional storefront listings.