I Used Smart AR Glasses with a Laptop for 1 Month
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- Опубліковано 11 чер 2024
- So I wore and used smart AR glasses for a full month to replace my monitors and the results are surprisingly mindblowing! I used them for work, games and to watch content in a virtual AR triple monitor setup. They're the new XREAL Air Smart AR glasses (amzn.to/3MIUFKY) and they project a 201” screen. Super interesting to use for an extended period, especially with the Apple Vision Pro soon to be released.
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0:00 - Wearing AR Glasses for 1 Month
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4:24 - Laptop Triple Screen Setup
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I own these glasses and I have to say, that "incredible" doesn't really describe it properly.
I would say, its cool, fun, very bright, and definitely usable. But only for a few hours max. It will leave significant marks on the nose and my eyes start to hurt a little afterwards.
Using it for produktivity on a mac gives you the equivalent screen space of roughly a 1080p monitor. The jitter is not too bad but definitvly far from perfect.
In practice, I don't use them regularily. I still perfer the great MacBook screen or my 4k 32'' monitor.
In conlusion this is a kinda first gen product (but with surprisingly few bugs) for early adopters.
THANK YOU for honest and not a hyped salespitch review.
can i just watch movies, gaming or use pc screen with these glasses or does it have real AR features. I mean with AR softwares on phones you can watch a virtual dinasour model on a real table, so they mix virtual and reality excellently. do these glasses have this kind of features ?
The first AR usability with the form factor that scifi promised us. It's incredibly impressive.
if it just didn't have the wire.....at least it's usb-c
@@jasper6482 does it work with Xiaomi 11 ultra connected using usb C ?
@@jasper6482 This year we're getting some big releases that are more portable, companies are already pouring millions and billions into developing this tech in a few years the whole landscape is gonna change
They just put little translucent screens in glasses. It’s hardly impressive.
@@9852323it's very impressive
feels like this kind of AR glasses have a brighter future than the heavy, bulky headset counterpart
The big question is for productivity for office style work. Using Excel, reading Word, PDFs etc, maybe even Kindle etc.
All reviews mention videos, gaming etc, when for many people a different kind of usage is much more important.
Buy them use them as you wish...you don't need people telling you what to use it for... Who knew that when planes were being invented that they would use them to drop bombs 😂😂😂
@@traeza777 How old are you? 14? Some planes can fly at 0.8 Macb and cross the Atlantic carrying 400 passengers. Others are single engined Cessna's with top speeds less than 200 knots. The use cases for both are different and can't be swapped. Now back on your bicycle please.
@@ishyandmikkischannel8811 ... clearly missed the point that the glasses can be used for many more things ... Other than video games ... They can even be used to fly your Cessna 😂😂😂
@@traeza777 So how does a person who hasn't used the glasses actually know if they are good enough for productivity other than games? Snarky, irreelant remarks are revealing of some stories psychological issues, maybe undiagnosed, or trememdous emotional immaturity.
@@ishyandmikkischannel8811 I already knew that by watching the video... That you can use it for multiple uses ... Sorry if I sounded snarky ... It was just too obvious to me that you can use it for multiple uses...
A perfect review, thank you. Exactly everything I wanted to know, compatibility, specs, uses, etc. Thank you!
You’re the first person I’ve seen to really talk about using AR for work which I am most curious about. Can’t wait for it to be an option for Windows users.
I don't know why anyone would make tech for apple before Windows. Windows over apple anyway.
@@urmasslow I agree with you, I think it was mismarketed, thinking the Apple users would go for this in more quantities then Windows users. They missed the mark there.
@@OohzyJohnDow Meh...I think it may have been that the code base was similar to what they were already developing for the iPhone so pivoting to Mac may have been easier to develop for without too much initial overhead.
@@KeyJayKN You talk 90s talk
Is there a Windows or Linux compatible competitor available now?
It's incredibly impressive. Thank you for sharing a perfect review!
This is awesome! I'm going to be working remotely soon and was dreading having to either work on a single small laptop screen or organise 2 screens and a docking station for my laptop. This is the future!
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Just the review I wanted, since my primary aim is desktop use. 😀 Looking forward to trying them soon, as a very affordable alternative to the not yet available Apple Vision Pro!
Really great video, i am really interested in AR Smart Glasses because of what you can do with it, and this video has helped me a lot to understand what AR Glasses Really are (Also Formula 1 is cool) ;)
Thanks Andrew, definitely buying myself a pair of these for work :)
So....how was working with them for a month? How did it compare to working with regular multi screen setup? How was long term viewing through the glasses (8 hour working day)? etc.
On the quest 2, productivity was hard because the resolution still wasn't good enough for crispy font at 1832. I can't imagine that 1080 could be better. The footage looked pretty low res like 480
this is the dream, finally transitioning to ar glasses instead of conventional displays which come with their own physical limitations. I am surprised we have yet to see any other competition to these. I think I am waiting for 4k to jump aboard.
Man wat ?!? 🎉😂😂🎉 Im already saving up for the Nreal 2's ! And ithink imma go ahead and get a prescription pair to be super comfy in the house wearing them
Don't wait, buy in now.
Even though they aren't 4k, the display with what you get thanks to the PPD distance also being 49 (Quest 2 is 21) is incredible! Probably the best tech purchase I've made in a while now for my Steam Deck. Pretty soon also, they are releasing the xReal Beam which will add 3-DOF tracking to any device you can plug into it. So now you can play your Steam Deck with a static in space up to 330" virtual display instead of a "follow your head" 150" 0-DOF display without it. About to be the best tech addon product I've purchased in a while lol.
Good for general use, garbage for specialized industries.
Omg, thanks your effort and time for making this incredible interesting video!
Probably the more complete 'real world' view of an AR glasses I've seen to date. I'm fascinated by VR/AR technology and I enjoy following the evolution of the space, thanks for the insightful view.
I tried them , they didn’t work and had to return them .
It would be cool to see them compared in "office" use with the Lenovo Thinkreality A3, which costs almost 4x times ;) But their projected screen size is, on purpose, smaller (to adapt better to office usage). Working in mobility is getting so close to sci-fi movies ;)
Thinkreality A3 are very heavy on your nose, and this unfortunate makes them uncomfortable to work with.
Thank you very much for an excellent video explaining these smart AR glasses. May I ask if it works as a fit-over on top of my regular glasses? I am wearing a very high-powered multi-focal glasses, and have been wearing these for several decades. If it doesn't work as a fit-over, will it be able to compensate for my prescription power: -1,000 and +300 on either side, give and take?
My son will love this Switch + AR combo. uNreal for sure.
Thank you so much for taking the time to do this review. I have an old Macbook from 2019 and i´m thinking of upgrading and this video has me sold. I was wondering if I should go for a 14 or 16 inch screen but I dont want to trade portability for size when these glasses are available. My main problem with working on a laptop is the lack of several screens, not the screen size itself. Looking forward to the "sci-fi" 😉 experience. However, what are your thoughts on the XReal Ultra glasses (I reckon I need a cable any way...)
How do they work for editing video, for instance looking down at the keyboard or looking around at multiple screens. Does it actually save you time? Is it a better experience? What about color temperature? Appreciate your input.
This is the future. The company that perfects this will have the next iPhone in my opinion. Excited.
Hi, nice review.
I have 3 questions:
What is the PPI, is it closer to Mac's RetinaDisplay?
Is it shaking or vibrating, or stable as a monitor?
How many hours did you use at most in one piece while working?
Thanks.
Just try actually watching the video
Sci-fi. Good review. I still want a wider field of view from a set of displays like this, but this shows a lot of promise with what is currently available. I don't think this kind of product would be collecting dust after the purchase.
Hey Andrew, I've been thinking about side effects on eyes after long periods, like eyes cataracts. Specially since they are closer compared to a regular monitor. Is there anything on the glasses Warnings?
Wholesome video 😊nice job
I was wondering, but do they work as a monitor with any other device. Would be a nice feature just to use them as monitor with any device through HDMI port 🎉
Sci-fi! Awesome review of the glasses. I wonder though how it compares to the Vitrue?
Now we just need a wireless version, feel like it'd be annoying having it plugged in and a cable draped over your shoulder all the time. Then after that we need remote functionality as well, so you could access your laptop or desktop device via the glasses from the other side of the world and use them like they're in front of you, while your computers are safe at home, that would be awesome. One can dream 😄 I feel like these would be pretty awesome on a plane though, would love to use my laptop without everyone in the seats around me being able to see my screen!
Even though I wear glasses I find it difficult doing my work on a PC laptop while traveling, a 15 inch screen. I find it comfortable reading text at home on a 32 inch monitor. So the question I have if I use these glasses with my work laptop will it help me read text any better, is it larger?
Great review! I wonder if anyone knows about the possible harms to vision…
what about short and long sight eyes ?? is there an adjustment ?? i put reading +2 when reading books or work
"Sci-Fi", This is awesome!
If they combined earbud-style additions for AR-headphones, which augment hearing or cancel out noise, would be nice, but mainly removing the speakers, and using earbuds as batteries would be a big improvement, but it would be noticeable to others while wearing, but I have my doubts that anyone wearing these won't also be wearing ear-buds.
Get a hoodie to cover em up
What resolution monitor do you usually use? How did the ppi feel when doing office work all day?
How sharp & bright the virtual multi screen set up is? Is it on par with 2k resolution at least?
Excellent review!
Hi! I have some further questions. The nebula app case you mentioned in this video was it totally functional without the help of XREAL BEAM? (meaning that I do not need to purchase a separate X real beam to get the same setting of the unfolded three screams when I just plug my x real air into Mac)
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Did you try to open WebXR or WebVR scene via the web browser? Can you project a 3D background? Is there an option for the geolocated AR scenes? Do they have plugins or APIs to connect 3D animation and 3D object-building software like Blender or Unreal?
i am courious about this too. I know that epson glasses have this kind of features but i couldt understand if this product has or not. Did u find the answer ?
Great vid! Could these be your only monitor with a Mac Mini or Mac Studio?
is it good for software coding work? how is the virtual screen resolution? thanks
As TV it works perfectly, also as hud
Just bought a pair to hopefully help with neck pain while drawing on my ipad so hopefully it goes well
Do you need the beam to be able to use the fixed screen mode? Can that be done with just being plugged into the phone or a windows pc?
Sci fi ❤ So intriging Andrew! I think I am going to get one. Which brand should I go for?
Nice info, thanks for sharing :)
I plan on also using it on my camera to check focus, exposure and composition on location. Sci-fi
Does it work?
@@javes2477 yes! You need to get the hdmi adapter and your golden. Also don’t forget the black out covers if your version comes with it. Be prepared to be asked a lot of questions 😂
haha be prepared to be asked a lot of Q's lolz. thanks bro! enjoy. seems AR glasses is worth it! considering I broked my M1 Max screen geezus... @@PopoRamos
@@javes2477 yes! I use it mostly for gaming, but you just can’t beat the portability aspect! Comes in clutch for sure! Make sure you use the right nose adapter for you because it can be a bit finicky finding the perfect position at first. And obviously keep the “screen” glass clean as any finger prints distorts the image or causes some corner light reflections. Lastly wear a black shirt if possible (helps keep the reflections down, as the lenses reflect what’s directly bellow them)
deeem to informative, thank you so much bro@@PopoRamos
What were the virtual monitor's settings? It looks like scaling has been cranked up. Is it unusable for text based work?
I noticed that during the 3 screen simulation, you can only see the screen you're looking at and it seemed like you were using a follow spot. Is this how they glasses really are or can you see all 3 screens in front of you at the same time? As well, can you lock the screens in place and not have them follow you around the room?
I have a question. can it be usefull for AR product design purpose. For example can i watch an virtual apple on a real table . There are some softwares on phones that can have AR ability but they have camera and processing the real image with virtual 3d models i think. This is real AR but this glasses is usefull for being a virtual screen for gaming or watching movies only ?
After that time using it, do you this is a true replacement for monitors (like buying😊 it instead of monitors) or still not there?
For those interested I installed this on my wife’s 16 inch MacBook Pro 2023, and not only did the three screens work but I was able to use Divvy to give her eight browser windows split. Breathtaking qualities so far on the virtual display!
I once tried programming in the quest 2, but I had to stop because the resolution was too bad. The smudgy text gave me headaches. Is it like this with this device also?
Hi Andrew! Do you know what frame rate is possible with 3 screens? Also is it only possible to have multiple displays by installing the app? I would like to use these for my work PC at 120Hz but I don't think I will be able to install the software that seems to be needed for multiple display support. Thank you! Sci-fi :)
So Andrew, would these be usable for throwing code (writing software) at 1920x1080 in your opinion?
I have the same question. I kinda wanna get some for this very thing. IF I remember, I'll come back and comment or make a video
@@whatswrongwithnick Ok, so I did buy a pair. They seem well made. I did send them back, but not because of sub-par technology. It was a fitment issue. I couldn't get the glasses close enough to my eyes, causing the bottom and bottom corners of the display to get cut off from my field of vision. My younger son had the same issue. I kept trying to push them closer to my eyes. After a while, I also experienced that sort of ear discomfomt you get from wearing headphones way too long. A better fitting pair of these glasses would fix that as well.
I still rated them 5 stars, for the clear 1920 x1080 and for the price point.
Other observations: If you are throwing code at 1920x1080, being in a bright room or outside might be a bit of a stretch. Same as it would be with a monitor. For me, darker would be better. The other issue was head movment. So I code 6 feet away from a 75" Samsung monitor running @ 1920 x 1080. The thing with the glasses is, even minor head movements make the virtual display move as well. It's as if my Samsung was able to shift position back and forth quickly with any slight head movement. Not a show stopper, but it was a bit distracting while trying to focus on fine text. I'm sure with more time, I would get used to it. Again, not a fault of the product.
The main issue, as I stated, was fitment. Trying to market a "one size fits all" product has to be difficult. I would definately consider them again with a different sized pair. My goal was to be able to VPN/RDP into a development box using my Samsung S20 phone, with either a Verizon data connection, or using Starlink. For all intents and purposes, I was able to do this. I just have to wait for a better fitting pair to come out.
So Nick, I would encourage you to try them. Let me know how it goes. I'm very curious to see what you think.
@@sempertard how about watching movie in completely dark room? was it any good?
@@alexamderhamiltom5238 I never tried that specifically, but I don't see that being an issue or a problem.
@@sempertard i mean the quality, i want it atleast like a normal LCD.
Obsessed with your set up! Thanks for working with us to spread the word 😎
Im a little late , but i wanted to ask about the pixel density . do you have problems with the resolutions ?
"Sci fi". Subscribed for your review of the apple reality pro i hope to watch
is the windows update out yet? i have them hooked up to my acer nitro 5 but id like to use them as a second screen instead of just mirroring the monitor.
How long does the battery last if used to watch media from your phone? I just discovered these yesterday so lots to learn!
Can I wear these while exercising on a stationary bike? Or would head bobbing cause motion sickness? Also is the gear sweat resistant enough?
Very interesting - sci-fi or no, this is more impressive than I'd anticipate this sort of stuff could be based off of VR virtual desktops (where the lenses are a huge limitation for these use cases, regardless of display).
What sort of resolution would you say those virtual displays are providing? Size is impressive at first, but resolution so far has been the Achilles heel where I worry I'd need a lot more than 1080p to be able to use these for serious work, as a 4k vr headset translated to maybe a 720p effective virtual monitor
I found the screen stability to be its achilles heel. The integrated Sony OLED displays do wonders for display sharpness - they're more than fine for day to day work and content. You won't want to do any serious creative work on these though.
its 40 PPD, Quest have around 20PPD. It should be same as moving from 480p to 1080p, or 1080p to 4k.
In headset to have same PPD you need Quest 2 to be 8k
@@iraklimgeladze5223 Appreciate it's been ages, but my point was that it doesn't matter what the PPI is if the lenses aren't clear enough off center to actually use it like a real monitor.
Is the resolution good enough for Excel and coding? Feels very sci-fi ;)
Does it not charge while plugged into the MacBook?
Does the physical screen turn black while you’re viewing screens in AR?
Mine had patches of blurry text that made working impossible. They sent me a replacement and it was still blurry
Can they watch what you seenand tell you how to program? I dont care about anything else and need them for analyzing my network and grtting assistsnce
How do you seal incoming light from all around the glasses ? If not this will destroy the complete experience of V.R. not ?
Hey, how is the glasses to read code in VS Code, for example? Can you do the test? Nobody is talking about it and I would love to know if it is usable.
That's the same scenario I am wondering about. Even Word and Excel. How well would it work for actual productivity.
Could I ise these with a camera eg go pro to provide a magnified/zoomed view. I have been using samsung gear VR relumino with a Note 9 but I want something sleeker. All the low vision headsets look ridiculous (Iris,esight etc)
How I can see a 3 monitors ??
When you wear the glasses, can you see the keyboard well, without a problem? Is it easy or difficult?
i need to move my head to see the other monitors? i think that would be a dealbreaker for me for working with multiple monitors. i'm surprised you didnt mention this. (i like seeing the progress though!)
it’s quite floater inducing, if you haven’t got them floating in your vision already.
Need PC + Keyboard in One .
Because sit with laptop and watch on up - incredible
Hi! Cool gadget 😁. If I get 2 of these, can my wife and I watch movies together using them? Is it the "movie" feel of an oculus? Thank you
This is incredible. Can I wear this over my regular glasses?
Can you use this while continuously charging? So the battery will not get depleted. Just like a laptop would.
Can i do mutliple screens for Microsoft computer. Want to use for my job since i do a lot of remote work driving . instead of buying portable folding screens.
I wear glasses, I have 2 degrees of astigmatism, can I adjust them?
How is it for programming?
Do these support HDCP? I tried to use the Quest 3 with virtual desktop and got the dreaded not compatible error and plays a blank screen making ALL my purchased Apple content unavailable. I would gladly buy a pair of glasses like this to access my full content. Thanks.
piracy is the way to go
Can this play vr videos like a vr headset do ? I mean the 3d effect like a VR headset . Not talking about 2d . Anyone know ?
Do they have to stay connected to the cable while using them?
I wonder how people who use eyes glasses to use Nreal? Can you do review how will be the set up with mini laptop? or Raspberry Pi 4?
when are these being made available for ios computers?
I'm thinking of buying a portable mini PC with N100 processor. Can I use glasses without a pc monitor? So can glasses serve as a monitor?
Hah! Are those glasses even real? Game changer and impressive..😎
How long is each non-stop session of wearing this? Mine would cause indentation on both side s of my nose.
how is the resolution of text? do you feel comfortable reading text for 5 hours?
Kinda used to high refresh rates now. So I'll just wait for better models.
What is your setup for nintendo switch? Mine doesn't work.
Can I change it to almost see through apps
This is a gizmo I can get behind 😎
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Does this work for programmers? Having back pain, so it would be cool if I can lay down every now and then and continue working without a shitty posture
If you connect it to a regular device without special software support, don't you have any issues that the image stays 'static' without and gyro happing? Lots of people complain that they have to keep their head perfectly still for a comfortable experience. The moment you move just a bit it can be distracting or you start to hurl :).
This was my experience. It's really a strain on the eyes when trying to read something that is not on the middle of the screen.
Do you have access to download the Shadow App? You could have a gaming PC in that if so
Do i Need the beam to Connect it to My iPhone 11?
The only way see the projected screens is to wear the AR glasses,... so you can browse the web with privacy? Also, comes with keyboard - laptop for connecting and can connect also to PC/Mac/Android/iOS/iPadOS... correct?
Yes, not SUPER private, unless you use the cover. Get a BT keyboard, does connect to most of those except has issues with iphones
waiting for the moment we see contact lenses with this tecnology, like black mirror
Does this thing work for programmers? Thanks!
My question is are they bad for the eyes over the long run. E.g. I am farsighted, and I wonder if I would even be able to see anything through these since they are so close to the eyes