Ready to step into the future of entertainment? XReal is shaking things up at CES 2026 with the announcement of the 1S AR glasses, an upgraded model that's both more advanced and more affordable than its predecessors.
The XReal One Pro AR glasses made their debut at CES 2025, setting a high bar for immersive experiences. Now, the XReal 1S is here to build on that foundation, and it's doing so with a compelling proposition: enhanced features at a lower price point. You can snag the XReal 1S for just $449. That's a cool $50 less than the original XReal One and a whopping $200 less than the Pro version!
But here's where it gets interesting: the XReal 1S isn't just about cost savings; it's also packed with impressive upgrades.
- A Giant Leap for Your Eyes: The 1S boasts a massive 500-inch spatial screen, dwarfing the 147-inch display of the XReal One. Imagine watching movies or playing games on a screen that feels like it's right in front of you, no matter where you are!
- Wider View: The field of view has been expanded to 52 degrees, a slight improvement over the XReal One's 50 degrees. While not quite matching the XReal One Pro's 57 degrees, it still offers a more immersive experience.
- Crystal-Clear Visuals: The resolution gets a bump to 1200P HD, surpassing the 1080P resolution of both the XReal One and One Pro. This means sharper images and more detailed visuals, making your content even more engaging.
- Brighter Display: The perceived brightness reaches up to 700 nits, exceeding the One's 600 nits (and matching the One Pro). This ensures that your content remains vibrant and visible even in brighter environments.
Like its predecessors, the XReal 1S offers Native 3DoF (degrees of freedom) spatial anchoring, which keeps your screen fixed in place, and electrochromatic dimming for adaptable viewing. It also features a USB-C plug-in and is powered by the X1 chip. The 1S sets itself apart with a stylish cobalt blue design, a departure from the black finish of the other models.
What do you think of these new features and the price drop? Are these upgrades enough to make you consider the XReal 1S? Share your thoughts in the comments below! And don't forget to check out the latest news and live updates from CES 2026 on the Mashable CES hub.
