XREAL 1S Glasses

XREAL 1S AR Glasses 

The XREAL 1S is the smartest entry point into augmented reality on the market today. Announced at CES 2026, it improves on nearly every key feature of its predecessor while actually lowering the price, setting a new standard for what premium wearable displays should cost. This is the glasses for the professional who wants a capable AR workspace without the flagship price tag, the traveler who wants a private cinema in their bag, and the creator or gamer who wants an immersive display that goes everywhere they go. 
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The 1S increases resolution from 1080p to 1200p Full HD, boosts brightness from 600 to 700 nits, expands the color gamut from 100 to 108 percent sRGB, widens the field of view from 50 to 52 degrees, shifts the aspect ratio from 16:9 to 16:10, and maintains the ultra-smooth 120Hz maximum refresh rate, all in a package that weighs just 82 grams. The large virtual screen can reach the size of a 500-inch display and fills more of your view with less empty space around the edges. 
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The display uses Sony 0.68-inch Micro-OLED birdbath lenses with a 3ms motion-to-photon latency, delivering exceptionally sharp, vivid visuals. Text is crisp and easily readable, while images and video are clear enough to match an actual monitor. The X1 spatial computing chip powers native 3DoF tracking for anchored virtual screens and ultrawide display layouts. Users can effortlessly switch between 0DoF follow mode, 3DoF anchor mode, Ultrawide Mode in 32:9 or 21:9, Real 3D Mode, and Side-View Mode, making it ideal for both deep focus and entertainment. 
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The headline new feature is Real 3D. While the glasses support native 3D side-by-side content, Real 3D also converts any 2D content into an immersive 3D experience in real time, including video, games, and streaming content. This is a genuinely new capability in consumer AR glasses and gives the 1S a dimension of immersion that no competitor at this price offers. 
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Audio is tuned by Bose engineers to deliver lifelike sound, and the glasses feature automatic electrochromic dimming that adapts to ambient lighting conditions in real time, keeping visuals crisp and comfortable indoors and outdoors. Three-position adjustable arms and three interchangeable nose pad sizes allow users to customize the fit for extended wear sessions. The IPD range of 59.5 to 70.5mm accommodates approximately 95 percent of users, and the glasses carry TUV Rheinland certification for low blue light, flicker-free viewing, motion-blur-free 3DoF visuals, and 100 percent UV protection. The optional XREAL Eye camera module adds 6DoF spatial anchoring and first-person photo and video capture. The 1S supports all USB-C DisplayPort devices including iPhone 17 and 16, Android phones, Steam Deck, and ROG Ally. 
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Technical Specifications: Display: Sony 0.68-inch Micro-OLED per eye. Resolution: 1200p Full HD per eye. Refresh Rate: 90-120Hz. Field of View: 52 degrees. Brightness: 700 nits. Color Gamut: 108% sRGB. Latency: 3ms motion-to-photon. Chip: XREAL X1 spatial computing. Tracking: Native 3DoF, 6DoF with XREAL Eye. Aspect Ratio: 16:10 default, ultrawide 21:9 and 32:9. Virtual Screen Size: 31 to 500 inches. Audio: Bose-tuned stereo open-ear with spatial sound. IPD Range: 59.5 to 70.5mm. Weight: 82 grams. Connectivity: USB-C DisplayPort. Certifications: TUV Rheinland. Optional: XREAL Eye 12MP camera. Price: $449.

Professional Use Cases

Law: Attorneys working between courtrooms, offices, and remote locations carry documents that demand discretion. The 1S delivers a private 500-inch virtual screen that only the wearer can see. Lawyers can review case files, prior testimony, and legal briefs during travel without exposing confidential content to nearby passengers. The anchor mode keeps documents fixed in space during depositions and client consultations, and the ultrawide modes allow simultaneous viewing of contracts alongside reference statutes without a desk or laptop.

Business: For the business professional who needs a portable second screen at a fraction of the cost of the One Pro, the 1S delivers. Sales executives can pull up CRM dashboards, pitch decks, and pricing comparisons on a private virtual display during client visits. Frequent travelers can work through presentations and emails on a virtual cinema screen during flights. The Real 3D mode adds an unexpected advantage during product demonstrations, making visual data and spatial models more engaging for clients.

Architecture: Architects reviewing drawings, renders, and material references in the field benefit from the 1S as a portable visual tool. The ultrawide 32:9 mode displays floor plans side by side or places a site plan beside an elevation drawing with no physical monitor required. The 108 percent sRGB color gamut ensures that material palettes and renderings display with accurate color fidelity, which is essential when presenting to clients or reviewing finishes against specifications on site.

IT: IT professionals needing a portable monitoring station at a lower price point than the One Pro will find the 1S performs the same core function. Systems administrators can pull up dashboards, terminal windows, and documentation in a virtual ultrawide workspace from any location. The 3ms latency makes real-time terminal and log work comfortable and readable, and the private display prevents shoulder-surfing during sensitive access and credential management tasks.

Engineering: Field engineers who need portable access to reference documentation, schematics, and technical drawings without hauling a laptop will find the 1S a compelling solution. The anchor mode keeps technical diagrams fixed in space while the engineer works with both hands. The 500-inch maximum screen size means even densely detailed CAD or electrical schematics can be viewed at a scale that makes fine details readable without zooming and scrolling constantly.

Data Science: The 1S ultrawide modes create a multi-panel virtual workspace for data scientists working remotely or in transit. A Jupyter notebook, a live metrics dashboard, and a reference document can occupy three virtual panels simultaneously without a physical monitor setup. The 120Hz refresh rate and 1200p resolution make scrolling through large datasets and visualizations smooth and clear, and the 3ms latency ensures interactive visualizations respond instantly.

Content Creators: The Real 3D conversion mode is genuinely transformative for creators reviewing drone footage, travel videos, and cinematic content, adding depth that makes playback far more immersive than a flat screen. Paired with the XREAL Eye, the 1S becomes a wearable first-person capture and monitoring device. Travel creators can review and edit footage on a private 500-inch virtual screen during transit. Podcasters and video producers can monitor a teleprompter, record audio through the Bose microphone system, and watch live playback, all without a desk setup. The 1S delivers 90 percent of the One Pro experience at a $150 lower price point, making it the smartest choice for creators who need a capable AR tool without the flagship investment. 
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The XREAL 1S is the best-value AR glasses available today, combining a Sony Micro-OLED display, X1 spatial computing, Bose audio, Real 3D conversion, and a 500-inch virtual screen in an 82-gram sunglasses form factor that works with virtually every USB-C device on the market.