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{{Device Infobox
{{Device Infobox
|image =
|image =
|VR/AR = [[Augmented Reality]]
|VR/AR = [[Augmented Reality]], Display Glasses
|Type = [[Head-mounted display]]
|Type = [[Smart glasses]]
|Subtype = [[AR Glasses]]
|Subtype = Display Glasses
|Release Date = 2021
|Platform = USB-C devices
|Price = $680
|Creator = [[TCL]]
|Display = 2 x Micro-OLED binocular
|Announced = 2021
|Resolution = 1920x1080 per-eye
|Release = 2021
|Refresh Rate = 60 Hz
|Price =
|Field of View = 47° diagonal
|Website = https://www.tcl.com
|Horizontal FoV =  
|OS = Device dependent
|Vertical FoV =  
|CPU = Host device dependent
|Diagonal FoV = 47°
|GPU = Host device dependent
|IPD Range =  
|Storage =
|Ocularity = Binocular
|RAM =
|Display = 2 x Sony Micro OLED
|Resolution = 1920 x 1080 per eye (Full HD)
|Refresh = 60 Hz
|Brightness =
|PPD = 47 PPD
|FOV = 47° diagonal
|Virtual Screen = 140" at 4 meters
|Lenses = Frameless design
|IPD =
|Eye Tracking =
|Hand Tracking =
|Tracking = 3DoF
|Spatial Mapping =
|Speakers = Stereo (built into frames)
|Microphone =
|Audio Jack =
|Connectivity = USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode
|Ports = USB-C
|Battery = None (device powered)
|Weight = 100g (without cable), ~130g (with cable)
|Dimensions = 187.35 x 159.3 x 42.8 mm (unfolded)
|Materials =
|Colors = Deep black
|Sensors =
|Input = Host device
}}
}}


'''TCL NXTWEAR G''' is an [[augmented reality]] [[head-mounted display]] released in 2021.
The '''TCL NXTWEAR G''' is a pair of wearable display [[smart glasses]] developed by [[TCL]]. Released in 2021, the NXTWEAR G features dual Sony Full HD Micro OLED displays that create a virtual 140-inch screen experience. Unlike traditional AR glasses, the NXTWEAR G functions primarily as a portable personal display, connecting to smartphones, tablets, laptops, and gaming devices via USB-C.<ref name="tcl">{{cite web|url=https://www.tcl.com/global/en/glasses/tcl-nxtwear-g|title=TCL Glasses NXTWEAR G|publisher=TCL Global}}</ref>
 
== History and Development ==
 
=== TCL Wearables ===
TCL, known primarily for televisions and mobile devices, entered the wearable display market with the NXTWEAR series, applying their display expertise to personal viewing devices.
 
=== Display Glasses Category ===
The NXTWEAR G represents a category of devices focused on private viewing rather than AR overlay, providing a portable cinema-like experience.
 
== Design and Hardware ==
 
=== Display System ===
The NXTWEAR G features premium display technology:
* '''Panels:''' Dual Sony Full HD Micro OLED
* '''Resolution:''' 1920 x 1080 per eye (1080p)
* '''Pixel Density:''' 47 pixels per degree
* '''Refresh Rate:''' 60 Hz
* '''Aspect Ratio:''' 16:9
 
=== Virtual Screen ===
* '''Size:''' 140 inches equivalent
* '''Distance:''' Simulates viewing at 4 meters
* '''Modes:''' 1080p 2D, 1080p x2 3D
* '''Features:''' Resizable and curved display options
 
=== Field of View ===
The NXTWEAR G offers a 47-degree diagonal field of view, optimized for media viewing.
 
=== Physical Design ===
* '''Weight:''' 100g (without cable), approximately 130g (with cable)
* '''Style:''' Frameless, futuristic deep black exterior
* '''Folding:''' Foldable for portability
* '''Dimensions:'''
  * Unfolded: 187.35 x 159.3 x 42.8 mm
  * Folded: 181 x 53 x 46 mm
* '''Comfort:''' Skin-friendly materials
 
== Audio ==
 
=== Built-in Speakers ===
Stereo speakers are integrated into the glasses frames for convenience.
 
=== Audio Recommendation ===
TCL recommends using external headphones for the best audio experience.
 
== Connectivity ==
 
=== USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode ===
The NXTWEAR G connects via USB Type-C with DisplayPort Alternate Mode, compatible with:
* Recent MacBook models
* iPad Pro
* Select smartphones (including Samsung Galaxy S21)
* USB-C laptops and tablets with DP Alt Mode
* Gaming handhelds
 
=== Power ===
The glasses are powered by the connected device, requiring no internal battery.
 
== Package Contents ==
 
* NXTWEAR G glasses
* USB-C cable
* Three nose pads (different sizes)
* Protective carrying case
* Lens frame for prescription inserts
* Cleaning cloth
 
== Use Cases ==
 
=== Personal Cinema ===
Primary use case for watching movies, TV shows, and videos in a private, immersive setting.
 
=== Gaming ===
Connect to compatible gaming devices for a large-screen portable gaming experience.
 
=== Productivity ===
Use as a secondary display for laptops and tablets.
 
=== Travel ===
Lightweight, portable design ideal for entertainment during travel.


== Specifications ==
== Specifications ==
* '''Display:''' 2 x Micro-OLED binocular
* '''Resolution:''' 1920x1080 per-eye
* '''Refresh Rate:''' 60 Hz
* '''Field of View:''' 47° diagonal


* '''Price:''' $680
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Specification !! Details
|-
| Display Type || 2 x Sony Micro OLED
|-
| Resolution || 1920 x 1080 per eye (Full HD)
|-
| Pixel Density || 47 PPD
|-
| Refresh Rate || 60 Hz
|-
| Field of View || 47°
|-
| Virtual Screen || 140" at 4 meters
|-
| Connectivity || USB-C (DP Alt Mode)
|-
| Audio || Built-in stereo speakers
|-
| Weight || 100g (without cable)
|-
| Power || Device powered
|-
| 3D Support || Yes (1080p x2)
|}
 
== Product Line ==
 
TCL has expanded the NXTWEAR series:
* [[TCL NXTWEAR V]]
* [[TCL RayNeo X2]]


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Augmented Reality]]
* [[TCL]]
* [[Head-mounted display]]
* [[Display glasses]]
* [[AR Glasses]]
* [[Micro OLED]]
* [[Smart glasses]]
 
== References ==
{{Reflist}}


[[Category:Devices]]
[[Category:AR Glasses]]
[[Category:AR Glasses]]
[[Category:Head-mounted displays]]
[[Category:Smart glasses]]
[[Category:Display glasses]]
[[Category:Micro OLED displays]]
[[Category:TCL]]
[[Category:2020s AR]]

Latest revision as of 22:15, 7 January 2026

TCL NXTWEAR G
Basic Info
VR/AR Augmented Reality, Display Glasses
Type Smart glasses
Subtype Display Glasses
Platform USB-C devices
Creator TCL
Website https://www.tcl.com
System
CPU Host device dependent
GPU Host device dependent
Storage
Display
Display 2 x Sony Micro OLED
Resolution 1920 x 1080 per eye (Full HD)
Image
Optics
Tracking
Tracking 3DoF
Audio
Connectivity
Connectivity USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode
Ports USB-C
Device
Dimensions 187.35 x 159.3 x 42.8 mm (unfolded)
Weight 100g (without cable), ~130g (with cable)
Input Host device


The TCL NXTWEAR G is a pair of wearable display smart glasses developed by TCL. Released in 2021, the NXTWEAR G features dual Sony Full HD Micro OLED displays that create a virtual 140-inch screen experience. Unlike traditional AR glasses, the NXTWEAR G functions primarily as a portable personal display, connecting to smartphones, tablets, laptops, and gaming devices via USB-C.[1]

History and Development

TCL Wearables

TCL, known primarily for televisions and mobile devices, entered the wearable display market with the NXTWEAR series, applying their display expertise to personal viewing devices.

Display Glasses Category

The NXTWEAR G represents a category of devices focused on private viewing rather than AR overlay, providing a portable cinema-like experience.

Design and Hardware

Display System

The NXTWEAR G features premium display technology:

  • Panels: Dual Sony Full HD Micro OLED
  • Resolution: 1920 x 1080 per eye (1080p)
  • Pixel Density: 47 pixels per degree
  • Refresh Rate: 60 Hz
  • Aspect Ratio: 16:9

Virtual Screen

  • Size: 140 inches equivalent
  • Distance: Simulates viewing at 4 meters
  • Modes: 1080p 2D, 1080p x2 3D
  • Features: Resizable and curved display options

Field of View

The NXTWEAR G offers a 47-degree diagonal field of view, optimized for media viewing.

Physical Design

  • Weight: 100g (without cable), approximately 130g (with cable)
  • Style: Frameless, futuristic deep black exterior
  • Folding: Foldable for portability
  • Dimensions:
 * Unfolded: 187.35 x 159.3 x 42.8 mm
 * Folded: 181 x 53 x 46 mm
  • Comfort: Skin-friendly materials

Audio

Built-in Speakers

Stereo speakers are integrated into the glasses frames for convenience.

Audio Recommendation

TCL recommends using external headphones for the best audio experience.

Connectivity

USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode

The NXTWEAR G connects via USB Type-C with DisplayPort Alternate Mode, compatible with:

  • Recent MacBook models
  • iPad Pro
  • Select smartphones (including Samsung Galaxy S21)
  • USB-C laptops and tablets with DP Alt Mode
  • Gaming handhelds

Power

The glasses are powered by the connected device, requiring no internal battery.

Package Contents

  • NXTWEAR G glasses
  • USB-C cable
  • Three nose pads (different sizes)
  • Protective carrying case
  • Lens frame for prescription inserts
  • Cleaning cloth

Use Cases

Personal Cinema

Primary use case for watching movies, TV shows, and videos in a private, immersive setting.

Gaming

Connect to compatible gaming devices for a large-screen portable gaming experience.

Productivity

Use as a secondary display for laptops and tablets.

Travel

Lightweight, portable design ideal for entertainment during travel.

Specifications

Specification Details
Display Type 2 x Sony Micro OLED
Resolution 1920 x 1080 per eye (Full HD)
Pixel Density 47 PPD
Refresh Rate 60 Hz
Field of View 47°
Virtual Screen 140" at 4 meters
Connectivity USB-C (DP Alt Mode)
Audio Built-in stereo speakers
Weight 100g (without cable)
Power Device powered
3D Support Yes (1080p x2)

Product Line

TCL has expanded the NXTWEAR series:

See Also

References

  1. ↑ "TCL Glasses NXTWEAR G". TCL Global. https://www.tcl.com/global/en/glasses/tcl-nxtwear-g.
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