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New AR Glasses: Rokid Max 2 vs. XReal One

8/29/2025

Summary

Rokid Launches Glasses

XReal One Pros and Rokid Max 2 glasses launched in early 2025, priced at $649 and $429, respectively.
Rokid Max 2 weighs 49 grams and features real-time translation, AI capabilities, and a 12MP camera.
Rokid glasses have built-in vision correction; XReal requires prescription inserts, which may not suit all users.
Rokid uses Qualcomm's AR1 processor and has a companion app, with a Kickstarter campaign raising over $686,000.
Both models emphasize comfort, with Rokid Max 2 being lighter and more suitable for prolonged use.

Summary

Smart Glasses Surge

The smart glasses market grew 110% year-over-year in H1 2025, with AI-enabled models making up 78% of shipments.
Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses increased market share by 73%, with projected sales of 2 to 5 million units in 2025.
New entrants like HTC and Samsung are launching products, including HTC's Vive Eagle and Samsung's Project Moohan in 2026.
China is becoming significant in the market, with Xiaomi and TCL offering budget-friendly options, while Meta's Hypernova will feature gesture control and a micro-display.

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Rokid Launches Glasses

XReal One Pros and Rokid Max 2 glasses launched in early 2025, priced at $649 and $429, respectively.
Rokid Max 2 weighs 49 grams and features real-time translation, AI capabilities, and a 12MP camera.
Rokid glasses have built-in vision correction; XReal requires prescription inserts, which may not suit all users.
Rokid uses Qualcomm's AR1 processor and has a companion app, with a Kickstarter campaign raising over $686,000.
Both models emphasize comfort, with Rokid Max 2 being lighter and more suitable for prolonged use.

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