Preorder Xreal Aura, new smart glasses powered by Android XR
Xreal has opened preorders for its new Aura smart glasses, which are the first to run on Google's Android XR platform. The device aims to bridge the gap between augmented and virtual reality in a compact form factor, priced at $1,279.
Why it matters
The launch represents a significant step in the evolution of spatial computing and wearable technology, intensifying competition in the XR market.
The Xreal Aura, spatial computing glasses made in partnership with Google for the Android XR platform, are now available to order. We first learned about these XR glasses at Google I/O 2026, and early adopters can finally try them in a matter of weeks. The futuristic XR device combines elements of augmented reality and virtual reality in a pair of smart glasses. They're the first wired smart glasses to run on the new Android XR operating system from Google. The glasses and accessories are available for preorder at the Xreal website as of today, and they're scheduled to ship in mid-November, according to a press release shared with Mashable.
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