Google and XREAL launch AURA wired XR glasses

Google describes AURA as the first wired XR glasses powered by Android XR, launched with XREAL.[1] Its transparent lenses let wearers see the real world while spatial content appears in their field of view, and Google gives the field of view as 70 degrees.[1] Qualcomm’s platform makes its debut on AURA, according to Google.[1] TechCrunch reports Sony Micro-OLED displays with 1200p resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate.[2]

Google says AURA supports millions of Google Play apps, including more than 150 apps made for XR.[1] Gemini can understand what the wearer sees and does both in the real world and on screens, Google says.[1] Users can open multiple apps—including a browser, work documents and a music app—and arrange them around themselves at any size.[1] TechCrunch reports that users can connect a computer or handheld gaming console over USB-C and use AURA as an augmented display.[2] Google says the glasses are designed for home, office or plane use.[1]

TechCrunch reports a 12GB RAM and 256GB storage model priced at $1,279, with a limited launch price of $1,099 through December.[2] Its reported 16GB RAM and 512GB storage model costs $1,499, with a launch price of $1,299 through December.[2] XREAL said shipments would start by mid-November, TechCrunch reports.[2] Google says customers can order through xreal.com or BestBuy.com.[1] Android Authority reports wider retail availability, including select Google Store locations, is planned for 2027.[3]

Google said orders were open in the United States, Canada and Korea at launch, with Japan orders due to open Nov. 2.[1] TechCrunch separately reports AURA available to order in the United States, Canada, Japan and South Korea.[2] The Verge reports that only people who had already reserved could preorder.[5] Google’s announcement also says reservations are open and AURA is coming this fall.[4] These reports describe different order stages and timing, so buyers should check the seller’s current terms for their market.