Reservations are open for XREAL AURA — plus, see more news from AWE 2026.
Google Blog 2026-06-16 17:00:00
Context: At the Augmented World Expo (AWE) 2026, Google is highlighting the growth of the Android XR ecosystem in collaboration with its partners. The event features various announcements, demonstrations, and workshops, including the opening of reservations for XREAL's new XR glasses, AURA. This year's AWE takes place with a focus on the future of computing and augmented reality.
Key Facts
- Google announced that reservations are now open for XREAL AURA, the company's first wired XR glasses powered by Android XR and using the Snapdragon Reality Elite Platform, set to be released this fall.
- The XREAL AURA glasses are part of the growing Android XR ecosystem, which is being showcased at AWE 2026 alongside other products from partner companies.
- During AWE 2026, attendees can participate in a developer hackathon, hands-on technical workshops, and visit the Qualcomm booth for live demonstrations of Samsung Galaxy XR, XREAL AURA, and intelligent eyewear.
- The event features several keynotes, including a developer keynote, the Android Enterprise panel, and the Auggie Awards, which aim to celebrate breakthroughs in the AR and XR community.
- Those interested in reserving an XREAL AURA can do so at xreal.com/aura, and developers can start building with Android XR immediately.