Xreal Aura smart glasses were unveiled at IFA 2026, combining elements of Meta’s Ray-Bans and Samsung’s Galaxy XR. The glasses are expected to launch in the Fall of 2026, with the official website listing a release window of September, October, or November in the Northern Hemisphere. While the exact price has not been confirmed, it is unlikely to exceed $1,500. These glasses aim to offer a blend of style and advanced smart capabilities, targeting both consumers and tech enthusiasts. The Xreal Aura features 2K see-through displays with a 70-degree field-of-view, a significant improvement over earlier models. It includes Bose-tuned speakers for enhanced audio, a microphone for voice commands, and cameras that enable hand-tracking. One standout feature is "Circle to Search," which lets users perform Google searches by circling objects in their environment with their hand. This makes the glasses more interactive and practical for everyday use. Unlike many other smart glasses, the Xreal Aura does not have a built-in battery or processing unit. Instead, these components are housed in an external "compute puck" that also functions as a trackpad for scrolling and app interaction. This design keeps the glasses lightweight and comfortable while still offering powerful features. The puck allows users to control apps and navigate content using both hand gestures and traditional trackpad inputs. The Xreal Aura supports Android XR features, providing access to the Google Play Store for downloading both extended reality (XR) and standard apps. Users can stream content from their favorite services on a virtual screen, use Gemini for cross-app assistance, and open Google Docs for productivity. The glasses allow multiple tasks to be performed at once, with virtual windows arranged in the space in front of the user, enhancing multitasking capabilities. The Xreal Aura can connect to compatible devices via a USB-C cable, allowing the screen of the connected device to appear as a window in front of the user. During a demonstration, the glasses were used to watch the latest GTA 6 trailer while playing Hades on a Steam Deck, with Gemini offering real-time game coaching. The Xreal Aura shares the same optical engine as the Xreal One Pro, ensuring consistent performance across the company’s product line.