Meet X By XREAL — I’m testing the MacBook Neo of AR glasses that people can actually afford
The X By XREAL a01s AR glasses are a new affordable option in the market, priced at $299. They offer a bright 1080p display with a 120Hz refresh rate, making them suitable for portable gaming and media consumption. While some features have been sacrificed to reduce costs, the glasses still provide a solid viewing experience without compromising on quality.
- ▪The X By XREAL a01s are priced at $299, making them a budget-friendly choice for AR glasses.
- ▪They feature a 1080p Micro-OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 50-degree field of view.
- ▪Cost-cutting measures include the absence of cameras and sensor-driven tracking, relying instead on software stabilization.
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VR & AR Smart Glasses Meet X By XREAL — I’m testing the MacBook Neo of AR glasses that people can actually afford News By Jason England published 27 May 2026 Here's your first look When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Future) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter When you look at the best AR glasses you can buy, they do come with quite a hefty price tag — namely because of all the innovations in increasing picture size and quality, while also using cameras and sensors to create a spatial computing experience.But what if you’re like most people and just want a glorified portable…
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