TCL RayNeo X2
| TCL RayNeo X2 | |
|---|---|
| Basic Info | |
| VR/AR | Augmented Reality |
| Type | AR Glasses |
| Subtype | Standalone AR |
| Platform | RayNeo OS |
| Developer | TCL |
| Manufacturer | TCL |
| Announcement Date | January 2023 (CES 2023) |
| Release Date | May 2023 |
| Price | $850 USD |
| Website | https://www.rayneo.com/products/tcl-rayneo-x2 |
| System | |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 |
| Storage | |
| Storage | 128 GB |
| Memory | 6 GB RAM |
| Display | |
| Display | Binocular Micro-LED optical waveguide |
| Resolution | 640×480 per eye |
| Image | |
| Field of View | 25° |
| Optics | |
| Optics | Optical waveguide |
| Ocularity | Binocular |
| Tracking | |
| Tracking | SLAM, 6DoF |
| Audio | |
| Audio | Built-in speakers |
| Camera | 16 MP (front-facing) |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C |
| Device | |
| Weight | 120g |
| Color | Black |
The TCL RayNeo X2 is a standalone augmented reality smart glasses developed by TCL, unveiled at CES 2023 and released in May 2023. It is the world's first standalone binocular full-color Micro-LED optical waveguide AR glasses, featuring a built-in Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 processor that enables independent operation without a connected device. The glasses include AI translation, GPS navigation, and an AI assistant named "Grace" powered by ChatGPT.
History and Development
TCL unveiled the RayNeo X2 at CES 2023 in Las Vegas, positioning it as a groundbreaking advancement in consumer AR technology. The glasses were designed as a fully standalone device, differentiating them from display-only AR glasses like the Xreal Air series that require a connected phone or computer.[1]
The X2 began shipping to Indiegogo backers in May 2023, making it one of the first true standalone AR glasses in a traditional eyewear form factor.
Design and Hardware
Display Technology
The RayNeo X2 features pioneering binocular full-color Micro-LED optical waveguide displays—a first in consumer AR glasses. Key display specifications:
- 640×480 resolution per eye
- 1000 nits brightness (10× brighter than Quest 3 and Apple Vision Pro)
- 100,000:1 contrast ratio
- 25° diagonal field of view
- Micro-LED embedded in frame, not lenses (compatible with prescription inserts)[2]
The 1000 nit brightness enables outdoor use on sunny days, a significant advantage over most AR/VR displays.
Processing
- Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 platform
- 6 GB RAM
- 128 GB internal storage
- Fully standalone operation (no phone required)
Camera
The X2 features a 16 MP front-facing camera, a significant upgrade from the dual 5 MP cameras on glasses like the Ray-Ban Meta. The camera is positioned at the center of the frame and is visible to observers.[3]
Build
At 120 grams, the X2 is heavier than traditional smart glasses (compared to 50g for Ray-Ban Meta) but lighter than most VR headsets. The design uses a bulkier frame to accommodate all the built-in technology.
Features
AI Assistant "Grace"
RayNeo includes an AI assistant named Grace, built on ChatGPT technology:
- Answers complex queries
- Identifies scenes and objects the user is looking at
- Contextual information overlay
Real-Time Translation
AI-powered translation system for multiple languages:
- Face-to-face conversation translation
- Automatic language detection
- Subtitles displayed on AR screen
Smart navigation system using:
- SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping)
- Gesture recognition for control
- AR overlay of nearby landmarks
- Walking/cycling directions[4]
Reception
Praise:
- First truly standalone AR glasses in glasses form factor
- Exceptional brightness (1000 nits) for outdoor use
- High contrast Micro-LED display
- Full standalone operation with Snapdragon XR2
- AI assistant and real-time translation
- Makes users "check their phone less"
Criticism:
- Very narrow 25° field of view ("cripples AR device viability")
- Low resolution (640×480)
- Bulky design compared to normal glasses
- Visible camera may raise privacy concerns
- High price ($850) for limited capabilities
- Some features need fine-tuning[5]
See Also
References
- ↑ "TCL Unveils Groundbreaking Augmented Reality Glasses at CES 2023". TCL. https://www.tcl.com/global/en/news/tcl-unveils-groundbreaking-augmented-reality-glasses-at-ces-2023.
- ↑ "RayNeo X2 Review: Are The First AR Glasses Any Good?". UploadVR. https://www.uploadvr.com/rayneo-x2-standalone-ar-glasses-review/.
- ↑ "TCL RayNeo X2 AR glasses unveiled at CES 2023". Dezeen. https://www.dezeen.com/2023/01/12/tcl-rayneo-x2-ar-glasses/.
- ↑ "RayNeo X2 AR Glasses Review: The Smart Glasses of the Future". XR Today. https://www.xrtoday.com/reviews/rayneo-x2-ar-glasses-review-the-smart-glasses-of-the-future/.
- ↑ "TCL RayNeo X2 review: A first step towards true AR glasses, but still work to do". XDA Developers. https://www.xda-developers.com/tcl-rayneo-x2-review/.
- ↑ "TCL's huge glasses remind us good AR is difficult". Engadget. https://www.engadget.com/tcl-rayneo-x2-ar-glasses-ces-2023-182523521.html.