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Google and Xreal Unveil Project Aura as Second Official Android XR Device

The lightweight, tethered glasses integrate Gemini AI and Qualcomm processing, inviting developers to shape the future of extended reality.

The Project Aura glasses
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A variety of Android XR headsets and glasses users in a collage
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Overview

  • Project Aura, revealed at Google I/O 2025, is a lightweight, see-through XR glasses device developed by Xreal in collaboration with Google and Qualcomm.
  • The glasses feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor and integrate Google's Gemini AI for live translation, immersive mapping, and on-device recommendations.
  • Project Aura supports both optical see-through (OST) and virtual see-through (VST) experiences, offering a versatile cinematic XR experience.
  • Google and Xreal issued a developer call to action, encouraging the creation of new applications and use cases for the Android XR platform.
  • Details on Project Aura’s pricing and release date remain undisclosed, with further updates expected at the Augmented World Expo in June 2025.