I've tested several pairs of smart glasses at CES 2026 - this one nails both price and performance

• The Xreal 1S is $449, and the Xreal Neo accessory is $99
• Viewing native content in 3D is easy and fun, the on-board controls are powerful, the glasses are comfortable, and the Neo is a must-have 10,000 mAh battery accessory
• The volume could be louder for use on transit, and there are no diopter adjustments, so you may need to buy prescription inserts.

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The new Xreal 1S glasses introduce a few notable upgrades and a launch price that's $50 less than the Xreal One, which was released in December 2024. 

Compared to its predecessor, the Xreal 1S increases the field of view from 50 to 52 degrees, boosts the resolution from 1080p to 1200p, enhances the aspect ratio from 16:9 to 16:10, and increases available brightness from 500 nits to 700 nits ...