TCL is set to launch the RayNeo Air 4 Pro AR glasses on January 25, 2026, at a competitive price of $299. The glasses feature advanced Micro-OLED display technology and can connect to smartphones or laptops via USB-C.
Launch date: January 25, 2026
Price: $299
World's first HDR10 AR glasses
Tethered to devices via USB-C
Weight: 76 grams
Brightness: Up to 1,200 nits
New concept AR glasses with eSIM
X3 Pro costs $1,299
TCL’s new RayNeo Air 4 Pro AR glasses are hitting the market soon. They promise to shake up the smart glasses scene, which has been dominated by brands like Meta and Xreal.
These glasses will officially launch on January 25, 2026, priced at $299, making them a budget-friendly choice compared to others out there. Notably, they claim to be the first AR glasses with HDR10, raising the bar for visual quality. Users can connect them to their smartphone or laptop using a USB-C cable, essentially projecting an extra screen wherever you want it.
Top Specs That Stand Out
They come loaded with impressive specs. The display is a SeeYa 0.6-inch Micro-OLED that offers remarkable clarity and color. During a demo, I noticed how bright and vibrant the screen was compared to the Xreal One Pro I’ve been testing, which sometimes feels a bit dim.
Here’s a closer look at what they offer:
Processor: Vision 4000
Color accuracy: 98% DCI-P3
Refresh rate: 60 to 120 Hz
Weight: 76 grams
Future Concepts and Untethered Advantages
Alongside the RayNeo Air 4 Pro, TCL also demonstrated the RayNeo X3 Pro Project eSIM. This innovative device includes embedded eSIM connectivity, so you won’t need to tether it to another device, making it more convenient for on-the-go use. However, it comes at a hefty price—$1,299 for the standard version.
The ability to use AR technology without being tied to another device could transform how users interact with the digital world. Plus, they look pretty sleek, which doesn’t hurt.
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