My favorite augmented reality smart glasses have reached a record price in Xreal's Valentine’s Day sales.
Take advantage of a $60 / £50 discount on the Xreal Air 2 glasses.
The Xreal Air 2 glasses, which have become my current favorites in the realm of augmented reality for entertainment, are available with a $60 / £50 discount on Xreal.com due to a special Valentine's Day offer. Their new price is just $299 / £279, making it an excellent opportunity to acquire this device.
The connection is made via a USB-C cable to a compatible device such as a phone, handheld console, tablet, laptop, or the Xreal Beam Pro. Once connected, the glasses project the screen in front of you on a massive floating display. I have used my Xreal Air 2 to make flights and my daily commutes faster, enjoying games or my favorite TV shows on an immersive virtual screen.
These glasses feature Full HD resolution, a peak brightness of 500 nits, and a refresh rate of 120 Hz, with a lightweight design of only 72 grams, making them comfortable for prolonged use. It would also be advisable to consider deals on Bluetooth headphones, as audio can occasionally leak.
Regarding current offers for augmented reality smart glasses, the Xreal Air 2 is really good, although they have been surpassed by newer models that are priced higher. One of them is the Xreal Air 2 Pro, which is nearly identical to the base model except that it includes an electrochromic dimming system for $399.00 / £429.00 (at the time of writing, its price in the UK is £359). While this upgrade can be useful, it does not justify the additional cost since the Air 2 model comes with a cover plate that provides an optimal dark environment for viewing.
On the other hand, there are the Xreal Air 2 Ultra, which come closer to what we might consider true augmented reality glasses, offering basic hand-tracking capabilities for interactive experiences. However, they are more like a development kit due to the lack of consumer content, making them an option only if you want to be a pioneer in augmented reality.
Finally, there are the Xreal One, which I am currently testing and from which I can say, in this brief experience, that they are a significant improvement over the Xreal Air 2, although their price is $499 / £449. I have not yet completed my thorough testing, but I would recommend these glasses if you do not opt for the Xreal Air 2 during the sale, thanks to their improved 50-degree field of view and Bose spatial sound, among other enhancements.
