Even without the dock, you can natively connect the ROG Xreal R1 to smartphones and tablets that support DisplayPort over USB-C. And as you might expect from an ROG-branded device, the glasses are fully supported by the ROG Ally handheld gaming PC.
The hardware behind the ROG Xreal R1 definitely sounds impressive, but the $849 asking price may be a tough sell, especially in this economic climate. We expressed skepticism about Asus' AirVision M 1 glasses, which launched at $699, so the even higher price tag of the ROG Xreal R1 will need to deliver on performance and usability to justify its price.
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Key considerations
- Investor positioning can change fast
- Volatility remains possible near catalysts
- Macro rates and liquidity can dominate flows
Reference reading
- https://www.tomshardware.com/virtual-reality/SPONSORED_LINK_URL
- https://www.tomshardware.com/virtual-reality/asus-rog-xreal-r1-ar-glasses-pre-orders-start-today-at-usd849-240-hz-virtual-gaming-at-171-inches-on-pc-xbox-and-playstation#main
- https://www.tomshardware.com
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