Xreal has introduced a new pair of augmented reality glasses called the XBX a01+, priced at 299 dollars, offering a stripped down version of the experience found in the company’s premium One series while keeping much of what makes those frames appealing. Once worn, the glasses project a virtual screen equivalent to one hundred and forty seven inches directly in front of the user, and the device can mirror a phone, computer, or portable gaming console, though it does not currently support the Nintendo Switch or Switch two. The frames use Micro-OLED lenses capable of reaching sixteen hundred nits of peak brightness and weigh just sixty two grams, making them comparable in weight to a single C battery.
While RayNeo has offered similarly priced AR glasses for some time, including its recent Air four Pro model, the XBX a01+ reportedly delivers a brighter display and a slightly wider field of view than that competing device. Industry observers note that increased competition in the smart glasses segment tends to push prices downward over time, which could benefit consumers looking for more affordable entry points into the category. The glasses feature a dual layer Micro-OLED 1080p screen with fourteen brightness adjustment levels, along with multiple viewing profiles including a standard mode, an eye care mode that reduces blue light exposure, and a cinema mode that adjusts color saturation. With a fifty degree field of view and a 120Hz refresh rate, the device is also capable of handling 120 frames per second gaming when connected to a compatible personal computer or handheld console. Built in dual stereo speakers provide audio directly to the wearer’s ears, supporting multiple sound modes such as standard, whisper, cinema, and three dimensional surround sound.
The XBX a01+ does not require charging in the way that headsets like the Apple Vision Pro or other virtual reality devices typically do, since it draws power through a wired connection using a USB-C cable. This design choice allows for a much lighter and simpler wearing experience, with reviewers noting that the glasses feel similar to wearing an ordinary pair of oversized sunglasses rather than a bulky piece of technology. The device has proven useful for tasks ranging from casual video watching to working on sensitive documents in public spaces such as coffee shops or airplanes, since the screen remains visible only to the wearer. Testing also showed strong performance when connected to gaming devices including the Steam Deck and gaming desktops, delivering an immersive large screen experience without requiring additional configuration.
Optional prescription lenses are available as an add on accessory through a separate supplier for an additional fifty dollars, catering to users who require corrective eyewear. Xreal previously had plans for a companion portable dock accessory called the Xreal Neo, though those plans were reportedly canceled earlier this year. The company has clarified that despite the product’s name, there is no affiliation between the XBX a01+ and Microsoft’s Xbox brand, with Xreal representatives stating that Microsoft is aware of the product and has raised no objections to its naming. With its combination of bright display quality and relatively accessible pricing compared to premium alternatives, the XBX a01+ represents one of the more approachable options currently available in the smart display glasses category.
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