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XREAL LAUNCHES $299 MICRO OLED GLASSES IN NEW SUB-BRAND

INDUSTRY DESK1 MIN READ
THU, MAY 28, 2026

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Xreal has unveiled X by Xreal, a new sub-brand featuring the a01 display glasses priced at $299. The lightweight glasses arrive in the US this July with micro OLED technology.

The a01 specs include micro OLED displays, a 50-degree field of view, and a 62-gram weight. The $299 price point positions the glasses as a budget alternative in the emerging spatial computing market, directly competing with TCL's affordable display glasses lineup. X by Xreal marks Xreal's entry into the accessible consumer segment. The company previously focused on higher-end AR glasses with broader specifications. This sub-brand strategy allows Xreal to target price-conscious buyers while maintaining its core product line. The July US launch timing places the a01 in a growing category of affordable spatial displays. Industry observers note increased competition from established tech brands entering the space, including consumer electronics manufacturers seeking foothold positions in emerging wear technologies.

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