World’s first 240Hz AR glasses aim to replace big gaming monitors
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Key Points:
- Asus-owned Republic of Gamers (ROG) partnered with augmented reality company Xreal to launch the ROG Xreal R1 gaming smart glasses, designed for competitive and portable gaming setups.
- The glasses feature a 240 Hz refresh rate with full HD micro-OLED panels from Sony, low motion latency of about 3 milliseconds, and a virtual screen up to 171 inches with a 57-degree field of view.
- Weighing just 3.2 ounces (91 grams), the R1 glasses connect via USB-C to devices like the ROG Ally handheld, phones, laptops, and major gaming consoles through the optional ROG Control Dock.
- Electrochromic lenses adjust tint automatically for better contrast, while built-in Bose-t
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