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ZDNET’s key takeaways
- The Xreal One Pro is available for $649 ($599 special pre-order price through the end of June), and the Xreal Eye accessory is priced at $99.
- Thanks to the X1 chip, no special software is required for advanced functionality, the FOV is the best available, the glasses are comfortable, and the display is bright and clear.
- The glasses are rather expensive, and two sizes for your eye width make them fit best for individuals.
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For the past 10 days, I have been wearing the new Xreal One Pro<!–> on the airplane, in an automobile, on the couch, and in my home office for media, gaming, and work. Powered by a new Xreal X1 spatial computing chip for augmented reality applications, it’s safe to say that the Xreal glasses have spoiled me.
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While XR glasses are fantastic for watching movies on the airplane and playing Nintendo Switch games on a virtual big screen, I cannot begin to express the utility I have experienced using the Xreal One Pro for getting work done on my Surface Pro and MacBook Pro computers in ultra-wide mode.
Using these glasses is better than using the three monitors I connect to in my office, and I can get that multitasking experience through a simple USB-C cable and the glasses.
The Xreal One Pro delivers an impressive visual experience, thanks to its new flat prism optics. While the design adds some bulk and weight, it enables a 57-degree field of view – currently the widest available in any consumer AR device. For frequent flyers or daily commuters like myself, XR glasses like these offer one of the most immersive ways to watch content or play mobile games on the go.
The audio through the glasses was developed in partnership with Bose, which I can attest provides an enjoyable audio experience even though the speakers aren’t directly in your ears like traditional earbuds and headphones.
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I prefer this setup for commuting by train — nearby passengers aren’t disturbed by the audio. On a plane, though, noise-canceling headphones are essential to block out ambient noise.
I’ve praised the SpaceWalker app for enhancing productivity when using Viture XR glasses with a Windows or macOS computer. In contrast, Xreal’s new X1 chip eliminates the need for additional software, offering full functionality out of the box. The result is a more seamless, accessible XR experience that raises the bar for everyday usability.
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The Xreal One Pro offers built-in ultra-wide screen functionality, and when paired with the Xreal Eye accessory, it adds 6DoF support — letting you anchor your virtual workspace much like you can with the Apple Vision Pro or Meta Quest 3. When ultra-wide mode is enabled, all previously arranged apps, tabs, and windows reappear exactly where you left them, making for a remarkably fluid multitasking experience.
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For frequent travelers who rely on a single laptop screen, XR glasses like these offer a compelling productivity boost — at a fraction of the cost of multiple physical monitors. With the X1 chip and these new features, Xreal sets a new benchmark for portable extended reality.
Controlling XR glasses can often feel unintuitive, with some models requiring adjustments on the connected device. The Xreal One Pro simplifies this: a press of the front right button toggles between anchor and follow modes – useful for stabilizing the display and reducing motion blur as you move your head.
Double-pressing the same button brings up on-screen menus, which you can navigate using the volume buttons. From there, adjusting screen size and distance is quick and straightforward, offering a highly customizable and immersive visual experience.
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The top button on the right side lets you cycle through lens transparency modes – clear, shaded, and theater – so you can seamlessly interact with your surroundings or switch to a 222-inch virtual display. When paired with the $99 Xreal Eye accessory, pressing and holding this button also allows you to capture photos and videos hands-free.
One reason I like the Viture Pro XR glasses is the diopter adjustment dials, but after reading more about the comparison between diopter adjustment and lens inserts, it is time for me to pick up lens inserts for those limited times I take out my contacts. The one limitation with lens inserts is that they are specific to each person, so sharing the glasses with others isn’t as easy. Then again, once you have lens inserts, you no longer need to spin the dial to try to find an acceptable level.
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The optional Xreal Eye–>
