XREAL goes all-in on Android XR in Google partnership

XREAL goes all-in on Android XR in Google partnership

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Key Points:

  • XREAL has announced a multi-year extension of its strategic partnership with Google at CES 2026, positioning itself as a lead hardware partner for the Android XR ecosystem.
  • The collaboration will focus on aligning XREAL’s long-term hardware roadmap with the Android XR platform, particularly around Project Aura launching in 2026.
  • XREAL and Google will work together to bring Android XR to optical-see-through devices, including wired XR glasses, expanding support for Android XR development.
  • XREAL also unveiled new products at CES 2026, including the XREAL 1S glasses and an upgraded gaming-focused model developed with ASUS’ ROG brand.
  • This partnership highlights XREAL’s growing investment in the XR market and its role alongside