TechVRThere’s an Apple Vision Pro rival coming that could be more suited to everyday useThe Rokid AR Lite glasses look more like… well… glassesWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
TechVRThere’s an Apple Vision Pro rival coming that could be more suited to everyday useThe Rokid AR Lite glasses look more like… well… glassesWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
The Rokid AR Lite glasses look more like… well… glasses
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
(Image credit: Rokid)
(Image credit: Rokid)
Chinese AR company has returned with a second-generation pair of tech-packed glasses that you’re more likely to wear on your travels.
The Rokid AR Lite comprises a second-generation pair of glasses – the Rokid Max 2 – and a Rokid Station 2. Its this latter component that contains the processing prowess, while the glasses themselves boast impressive specifications, especially when you consider that they look more like sunglasses or spectacles than rival devices, such as theApple Vision Pro.
According to the manufacturer, they weigh 75g, but offer a 1200p resolution per eye through theSony0.68-inch MicroOLED display.
The 50-degree optical display field-of-view also means that wearers can see a virtual display that’s the equivalent of up to 300-inches.
Up to 120Hz refresh rates are available too, along with support for Spatial Video, includingApple’s technology.
An audio system is built into the AR Lite frames.
(Image credit: Rokid)
(Image credit: Rokid)
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Speaking of which, we tested the original Max glasses last year, which we said were a doddle to setup using anAndroidphone. The second-gen version is compatible withiPhoneandiPadtoo.
(Image credit: Rokid)
(Image credit: Rokid)
Indeed, you can use it with a wide array of devices, including games consoles (for playing games on the virtual screen in 2D). The glasses can also view 3D pictures and videos running off a compatible phone.
As well as the smaller form factor, the Rokid AR Lite system is a lot cheaper than the Apple Vision Pro. It is currently listed for pre-order onKickstarter, as part of a crowd-funding phase.
You can get yourself the package from $499 (around £393) as part of an “early bird” price. It will usually set you back from $749.
Shipping will start in September this year, it is claimed.
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