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Putting Extended Reality to Work
1+ hour, 21+ min ago (943+ words) Immersive technologies are increasingly having a major impact on medical care, education, military training, retail, and numerous other sectors. Once relegated to the pages of sci-fi comics, extended reality (XR) " encompassing a family of immersive technologies that include virtual reality…...
ASUS opens global pre-orders for ROG Xreal R1 240 Hz gaming AR glasses
6+ hour, 14+ min ago (271+ words) For comparison, Xreal's own flagship One Pro model typically sells for around $649, with discounts occasionally lowering the price further. However, the ROG Xreal R1 introduces several hardware upgrades specifically aimed at gamers. The glasses project a virtual display equivalent to up…...
ASUS's ROG XREAL R1 micro-OLED gaming AR glasses now available for pre-order
4+ hour, 14+ min ago (378+ words) ASUS's ROG XREAL R1 Gaming AR Glasses have been refined and optimized since their initial CES 2026 reveal, with global pre-orders now open. Continue reading at Tweak Town As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Tweak Town may also earn…...
7 Augmented Reality Devices In 2026 That Surprise Fans - Here's What Changes
21+ hour, 11+ min ago (456+ words) Surprise and excitement as 7 AR picks emerge in 2026. These devices and partnerships matter because major players are shifting strategies now, not later. From gaming-first goggles to Qualcomm-backed consumer specs, each pick signals a different route to mainstream AR. Which one…...
"This Is Just The Beginning" Sparks AR Helmet Debate In 2026: What Changes
18+ hour, 10+ min ago (379+ words) Glass Almanac "This is just the beginning." The line landed after Carmel's April demo of Qwake C-THRU helmets and has ignited urgent debate this week over how fast fire services adopt augmented reality. Coverage from Axios reports the device can…...
ROG Xreal R1 gaming AR glasses hit pre-order with lofty price tag
23+ hour, 18+ min ago (263+ words) Asus recently unveiled the ROG Xreal R1 in China, and before that, the company showcased the gaming AR glasses at CES 2026. Now, they are available to purchase, and the pre-order price is much higher than what non-gaming AR glasses tend to…...
Asus ROG and Xreal built the first 240 Hz AR gaming glasses. They cost $849 and ship in June.
19+ hour, 17+ min ago (517+ words) The ROG Xreal R1 packs dual Sony micro-OLED displays, a 171-inch virtual screen, and Bose audio into 91 grams. Pre-orders are live on Best Buy....
We're about to witness a critical moment for Google's smart glasses
2+ day, 13+ hour ago (446+ words) Google made plenty of announcements at the Android Show last week, but none captured my attention more than Android XR. The company formalized a roadmap I've been waiting for, designed to bring Android XR beyond clunky AR-style goggles into the…...
Isaac Cordal | Augmented Reality (2026) | For Sale
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (10+ words) Artsy...
ASUS ROG and XREAL Open Global Pre-Orders for ROG XREAL R1 Gaming AR Glasses
1+ day, 17+ hour ago (223+ words) ASUS Republic of Gamers and XREAL have officially announced global pre-orders for the new ROG XREAL R1, a gaming-focused augmented reality headset developed for handheld and PC gaming platforms. The device was first introduced during CES 2026 and is now moving toward…...