Nreal Light
| Nreal Light | |
|---|---|
| Basic Info | |
| VR/AR | Augmented Reality |
| Type | Smart glasses |
| Subtype | AR Glasses |
| Platform | Android (Snapdragon 855+ phones) |
| Creator | Nreal |
| Price | $499 (Consumer) / $1199 (Developer) |
| Website | https://www.nreal.ai |
| System | |
| CPU | Host device dependent |
| GPU | Host device dependent |
| Storage | |
| Display | |
| Display | Dual displays |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 per eye (1080p) |
| Image | |
| Optics | |
| Tracking | |
| Tracking | 6DoF (SLAM) |
| Audio | |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity | USB-C |
| Ports | USB-C |
| Device | |
| Weight | 88g |
| Sensors | Dual SLAM cameras, RGB camera |
| Input | Phone touchscreen, Controller (dev kit) |
The Nreal Light is a pair of augmented reality smart glasses developed by Nreal. Unveiled at CES 2019, the Nreal Light revolutionized the AR sector by introducing stylish, lightweight AR glasses weighing only 88 grams—about the same as regular sunglasses. The device features 6DoF tracking with SLAM capabilities, a 52-degree field of view, and 1080p resolution per eye. The consumer version connects to compatible smartphones via USB-C, while a developer kit includes a dedicated controller and computing unit.[1]
History and Development
CES 2019 Debut
Nreal captured significant attention at CES 2019 by revealing AR glasses that were light, fashionable, and affordable compared to enterprise-focused competitors.[2]
Qualcomm Partnership
Nreal announced a partnership with Qualcomm, ensuring compatibility with phones using Qualcomm's Snapdragon 855 processor, including:
- Black Shark 2
- Oppo Reno 5G
- LG ThinQ
Developer and Consumer Editions
- Consumer Edition: $499 - connects directly to compatible smartphones
- Developer Edition: $1199 - includes handheld controller and external computing pack
Design and Hardware
Ultra-Lightweight Design
- Weight: 88 grams
- Style: Resembles fashionable sunglasses rather than bulky headsets
Display System
- Resolution: 1920 x 1080 per eye (Full HD)
- Refresh Rate: 60 Hz
- Field of View: 52 degrees diagonal
Tracking System
- Tracking Type: 6DoF (six degrees of freedom)
- Technology: SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping)
- Cameras: Two forward-facing SLAM tracking cameras
- RGB Camera: Located on right lens for world capture
Audio
DTS audio integrated into the glasses.
Connectivity
Consumer Version
Connects via USB-C directly to compatible smartphones using Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 or later processors.
Developer Kit
Includes:
- Handheld controller
- External computing pack (Compute Unit)
- No smartphone required for development
5G Compatibility
Designed to be 5G-compatible, future-proofing the device for next-generation mobile networks.
Software Development
NRSDK
Nreal's SDK enables development using:
- Unity game engine
- Sample projects for quick onboarding
- Easy integration with existing applications
Compatible Phones
Requires Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 or newer:
- Samsung Galaxy S10 5G and later
- OnePlus 7 Pro and later
- LG V50 ThinQ
- Various 5G Android smartphones
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Weight | 88g |
| Display | 1920 x 1080 per eye |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
| Field of View | 52° |
| Tracking | 6DoF SLAM |
| Connectivity | USB-C |
| Audio | DTS integrated |
| Price | $499 (Consumer) / $1199 (Developer) |
Product Evolution
Nreal (later rebranded to XREAL) continued developing AR glasses: