Take a 130" screen with you EVERYWHERE - XREAL Air 2 Review

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In this video, I test the XREAL Air 2 and Air 2 PRO glasses!
The Gear I Use
🖥️ The 'square' monitor from my desk howl.me/ckOz9nKQSR6
🖥️ My main display howl.me/ckOAe9AMecE
🖥️ My secondary display howl.me/ckOAdNMbq7V
⌨️ My main computer howl.me/ckOAhOdwhgd
💻 My main laptop howl.me/ckOAjEIFnfX
💻 My travel laptop howl.me/ckOAkDY3UVh
📱 My daily use phone howl.me/ckOAowcl7u0
⌚️ My Watch howl.me/ckOApC31jJO
📱 My iPad howl.me/ckOAlNhGyfN
Chapters;
0:00 - Intro
0:50 - Key Features
2:17 - Performance
5:03 - Design & Comfort
6:37 - The Beam
8:25 - Gaming
10:49 - Nebula Virtual Desktop
13:31 - The importance of USB C
14:33 - Corrective Lenses
15:46 - Conclusion
19:50 - End

[@Dungulus]

these have been a huge quality of life improvement for me. I'm a farmer and on the days I have to spend hours upon hours crawling a tractor across a huge field, being able to watch some shows from my phone while keeping my head up and able to see that i'm still on track and my implement is still operating fine, has made the work so much more enjoyable. I obviously don't recommend using these while operating dangerous equipment or driving, but I own everything involved, the risk is minimal, and most importantly, no one else is involved in that risk. these glasses have made a necessary part of my life way more enjoyable, what a great product.

[@reese457]

Wow that’s actually amazing that you are still able to do your job with those on! Really shows how many different applications these things can be used for! Thanks for sharing your story!

[@gatilleropr1]

Or you can just get a iPad or tablet and do the same thing....

[@laartwork]

@gatilleropr1 really... seems like you need to use your hands to hold the tablet, sunlight will affect the image... and it's small. Think deeper before commenting

[@kainatticus]

@@gatilleropr1 not even remotely the same

[@syrus3657]

Thanks for the input farmer Dungulus.

[@johndough23]

Eventually, a tiny house is going to be the ultimate accessory. These sorts of products eliminate the need for screens, speakers, desks, and people gloating about their home theaters. Living in an RV is making more sense to me every day. Outstanding video.

[@CameronRabie]

This sounds like Ready Player One dystopia lol. I'm sure there's a bunch of mega millionaire CEOs licking their lips and loving your comment....

[@ripearripear]

I really appreciate the way you speak on the video, not as fast as other youtubers, is nice to chill hearing your experience with tech!

[@aw7425]

Nice review and congrats to you both on the new kids…💕💕

[@humansloth4096]

Excellent review. Well thought out. Focused and to the point.

[@antcooper]

Congratulations on the twins. You’re doing well to get anything done! I can see how these would be life changing for you. My wife and I had a similar shift pattern and I watched so many series!

[@ProperHonestTech]

Thanks! Yeah, producing content for the channel is certainly not as easy as it once was… 😂 The late night shift is a bit of a grueller (tonight begins in about 20 mins as I write this) but as you say, lots of time to catch up on the stuff I want to watch (when the kids both sleep and don’t scream of course)

[@57z]

Congratulations on the twins! I have twins too. Tons of fun. I really could’ve used the Xreal when they were babies. I have a pair of the air 2 and I am honestly quite impressed with them as well. Much better than I expected. A tip in regards to privacy. You can plug into your MacBook and dim the screen all the way down and you’ll still see content in the glasses, and you’ll get more battery life as well

[@youngphil8766]

Very nice and cohesive review and answered a lot of questions. Thanks bro!

[@haroldpierre1726]

Wonderful review and great introduction to something I really want.

[@craigmoncur9777]

Thanks for your great review, have subscribed to your channel. Very clever and you covered all of my questions on these glasses. Thanks again..

[@TerryLBrad]

By far the best informative review on KZbin of the Xreal glasses. Awesome job!! I just received my Xreal 2 pro in the mail.

[@dtz1000]

Was it as good as he said? The reviews on Amazon aren't very good and I don't trust KZbinrs with affiliate links and mouths to feed!

[@srbushidomaster]

Dude! Best down to earth review I've seen, on ANY product. So informative and honest. Like how you mentioned to literally look at your life and decide how you could benefit from them before buying. Great job

[@dtz1000]

You can't trust KZbinrs with affiliate links. Especially KZbinrs with new mouths to feed. The Amazon reviews are not so good for these glasses.

[@srbushidomaster]

​@dtz1000 this is generally true.

[@jonathanholmes9219]

Productivity was key section for me. Awesome review. Peace.

[@gengener]

Thank you very much for this review!👏👏🙂

[@robertshawiv1513]

Congratulations on those twins! 👶👶 🎉

[@Pasi80]

Extreme good review. Thanks😊

[@issiewizzie]

Great work again

[@ahmedelboghdadi5328]

Hiya! I just received my package today and I'm absolutely fascinated by the product. Yes expensive but sure is worth it!

[@mindovermatter1453]

Side view is a good fit for me because i do alot of walking on my commute to work when i go to wait for my bus and after getting off the bus to arrive at the office so just having the screen off the side playing content that does not require much visual attention and not blocking my vision would be great

[@zw2237]

Great job, as usual.

[@gregg5958]

I did not know you had twins. Congratulations!! As for the glasses, I am extremely prone to motion sickness and as such don’t know that these would work for me, but your baby monitoring situation sounds like a perfect use for them!

[@stevebettany8778]

My iPad still keeps me company in my woodwork shop long may it do so. Thanks for your clear videos.

[@EliasCardenes4650]

Congratulations on the twins!

[@ingidraws]

Having mine delivered today and look forward to having a go!

[@MoeHashim]

What’s your feedback after you got them? Would be nice to hear…

[@lowbar77]

I have owned the NReal Air glasses for over a year and a half and love them. They are not perfect for everything, but what they do, they really do well. The biggest thing I notice is how bright and clear the displays are. I really think you could watch these outside in direct sunlight with no issues. Nothing else I have is as bright. The color and clarity are wonderful. I use these with my iPad Pro 12.9” Gen 3 and my iPhone 12 pro max. I also have a Samsung Note Ultra 20 and it works great with that as well. The only issue I can find with this is that the browser and other software in the AR side are not standard software, meaning that data privacy could be an issue. Imagine using some weird, third party browser to log into your KZbin account and giving your access credentials away! Scary. If you keep that in mind, this is a great product.

[@JohanBekker]

When using them with a laptop can you see your keyboard?

[@mramosch]

What are you able to do when connected to your iPad? Screen mirroring only (3:4) or also 16:9 or multi-screens?

[@youtubebrowser1730]

how to enable 3d mode ?

[@keesverhagen9227]

So i can not use these glasses for managing my 87 Bitcoin account ? ?

[@coachgius]

Great point ​@@JohanBekker

[@Clubmud]

Congrats on your Twins!

[@borgimplantdan]

Great review. My bundle will come tomorrow. My hopes are computing without monitors, preventing tech-neck and just treating myself on long flights. So I'm really excited to see if its money well spent

[@ddvantandar-kw7kl]

Great review.

[@BoomerBass523]

These are (almost) great Caprica glasses. Zoe would approve!🤘

[@fullmetalabacus7710]

@ProperHonestTech I notice what looks like the LG DualUp in the background, I am a cloud engineer and data scientist and wanted your opinion between the DualUp and these for productivity? Comfort is a big deal for me and so I have been considering the Air 2 pro so I can lounge with my laptop while working, however I am also tempted by the DualUp for it's reliability (as an actual physical monitor) and versatility for writing and editing long code. I work from home and my office is windowless and so I'm curious if you think personally the Air 2 (with or without beam) would be a better option than the DualUp? I don't normally ask questions in comments however you uniquely have experience with both of my current options!

[@aechtabayer5434]

Good video! Is nebula software for windows also?

[@devisback3698]

I have Viture One XR ....quite impressed ❤

[@papa.mike01]

thanks so much for doing this review. I had viewed another glowing review but didn’t know them to be trustworthy. I trust your views of tech and plan to purchase these in two weeks. Thanks again!

[@whoisrussell]

Just got mines! Thanks for the review

[@ProperHonestTech]

Great bit of kit, enjoy!

[@poshpantspaddy]

Thanks for the review. You mentioned glasses and contacts (so for those who wear glasses permanently) but what about reading glasses? Do people who wear glasses for reading need to use the additional lenses?

[@johnroumeliotis7428]

Great video and sounds like you're a wonderful father and husbands. Cheers on that. About the small screen floating on the side, it would be great to use while cooking and needing to follow a recipe without having to look at a real cook book, or even a manual while working on something physical. I think the uses are endless. Please review the XREAL Air 2 Ultra. They're not out yet, but I think reviewers can get their hands on them.

[@sandippatel4778]

This is the best review I have seen for this product.

[@georgebarron7429]

Does the 3 screen / multitasking functionality work on m2 iPad Pro? That would be a definite incentive for me to buy as I use my iPad Pro as a laptop?

[@camptube7621]

I’ve got the Air 2 and the beam. They are excellent and the display is unbelievable. My only gripe is the over ear speakers are not loud. If you cup them with your hands they sound louder 😂 I tend to use ear pods so no real issue. I got a cheap iPhone/ipad remote to pause and play without having to look at the screen.

[@matthewferguson8423]

I guess you're an apple/iPhone guy, but id like to see you get ahold of a Samsung phone and review how well these work as a portable Dex station with a bluetooth keyboard and mouse. Love the idea of leaving my laptop at home and travelling light.

[@michaelpisapia]

THE best tech reviews, tips and tricks on KZbin..! Congratulations on the birth of your twins… also a “life changing product” ❤ I wish you all the best…!!

[@Blackeye1987]

just as a side node you can also just run a hdmi + usb to usb - c mode eith the glasses the beam itself is just to enable nebula features for all devices (side view / body anchor / smooth follow) therefore only glasses work on everything that has usb + hdmi (with a 15€ purchase) and the beam if you want to have those extra features aswell

[@seanrm]

We really need to see a comparison between RayNeo Air 2 & Xreal Air 2!

[@youtubebrowser1730]

can we directly connect it to android phones with c port, does it works ? how to connect it to iPhone which has lightning port? how to connect it to windows desktop which has only hdmi port? only original c type cable which comes in box works with it or any other c type cable? wireless connection with iPhone 14 pro through beam is smooth or not comfortable? any type c to HDMI cable works with it or only original xreal c to HDMI cable works ? PLEASE TRY TO REPLY

[@JohanBekker]

Great review. When using them with your MacBook can you see your keyboard?

[@2012quicksilver]

I was wandering the same…

[@Gopher7]

Great review and congratulations on the new twins!

[@ProperHonestTech]

Thank you!! 😊

[@mojjammil]

Great review Can you connect these with Xbox?

[@mbk1251]

Im normally use a projector unless with some else watching im not going back that anymore after these glass. no setup faff big bright picture and later purchase of beam can only improve options im only using the first model branded as nreal. the option to pin screen off center opens up using navigation and still see the road in dayligh hours a new horizon like headup display fighter jet tec maybe rear view too with beams 3 screens

[@slicedpage]

A few of the things that were not mentioned were that you can store files on the beam and there is no Windows support. Also, not all HDMI to USB C cables work.

[@douggottlieb]

Great video. Could this be your only monitor for a MacMini or MacStudio?

[@Cdub0619]

Not only your only monitor but you can set up a dual/triple or even quad monitor setup through display settings on your device and have them anchored in space.

[@weircottage]

Great!

[@Zelig2u]

I really like the option to not always have to be in my home office in order to have the productivity of 3 screens. Extremely appealing. There is one other application I'm interested in and I wondered if you had an opinion. Would these work well for flight training with a flight simulator, where your forward screen is looking out the front window of the airplane and the other 2 are the side windows? Related to that, does the ability to have the result of 3 monitors in these glasses require that the computer be capable of connecting to 3 monitors, or is it just taking a single screen and dividing it up? If memory serves the level of M1 MacBook I got is only capable of 2 monitors (natively). I believe there are one or two external hardware components that can trick the laptop so that you end up with a 3 monitor capability, but either way, that's why I'm asking about the computer requirements to run 3 screens in these glasses. Thanks so much!

[@MrOcelot92]

the beam is not necessary for make them work. You can use the xreal's ada adapter.

[@MB-yw7up]

Please review the XReal Ultras that are coming out soon, they promised more features/functionality with those

[@youtubebrowser1730]

can we enjoy movies on it ? which devices r supported with it ? can we play 3d sbs movie on it ? how to enable 3d mode ? how to connect it to windows pc ? PLEASE REPLY

[@user-fi6hg8vq6c]

Question, while’s plugged into the macbook, can you dim the actual macbook without it dimming the virtual screens?

[@michaelgoddard4122]

I’ve read on Reddit the software you need to use for MacBooks doesn’t work with M2 chip. Were you using M1 or M2? I’m looking at these mainly for the 3 screen setup for software development instead of forking over $2000 for monitors

[@marker3346]

You didn't mention the horrible blurred corners. XReal must fix it.

[@zimmejoc]

Prescription lenses: what if you wear progressive lenses? can i get that on the lenses to insert into the frame?

[@andrejstemmle606]

Very awesome video, exactly what I‘ve been looking for since these kind of glasses are almost constantly in my mind. But to spend over 450 Swiss Francs (over 500$) is not a small thing to do. But since I own a 15 Pro Max and 2 x M1 iPads with a USBC port covers the question of connectivity. I guess I only would use these glasses on my iPad or iPhone watching on one of the various movie-websites on the web. Greetings from Switzerland 🇨🇭

[@HesDeadJim]

I wonder if you can turn your laptop monitor off or dim to 0 for use on a plane. Would save battery, and deal with any privacy concerns

[@komplicatedsam6332]

Do the pros get more see through than the non pros because of the adjustable dimming?

[@stevensmall1]

I had the exact same reaction. I was waiting for the Apple headset, and I thought I would try these not really expecting to keep them. They were fantastic. Expected to use them primarily on airplanes (and they are much less obtrusive for that purpose.) but I find myself using them when I am watching a movie by myself versus watching on a big screen TV. Immediately ordered another pair for my wife. With these, I may just pass on the first generation of the Apple headset. Thanks for a great channel.really enjoy your reviews.

[@JohanBekker]

When using them with a laptop can you see your keyboard?

[@Cdub0619]

@@JohanBekker I worked with XREAL as a Brand Ambassador at CES this year and you can setup double and even triple monitor display that sits right above your laptop just like in a home office setup.

[@JohanBekker]

@@Cdub0619 Thanks. I purchased the Air 2 Pro recently. The Mac version of the Nebula app is still a bit buggy and hasn’t been updated since October. Do you have any insights into when they will release proper version?

[@halvardlund4782]

How long can you work in Productivity Mode in a day - day in and day out ? Could it replace a big monitor? Thanks for a great video.

[@robertweisberg5570]

I seriously doubt that would be a good experience. Just my thought. Wearing them for a long time?

[@kayce856]

This is something I would definitely like to try but my glasses are pretty thick. Is there a limit on the prescription strength for glasses adapter?

[@slicedpage]

I found wearing prescription glasses works with these but it is not ideal, I forked out the £100 for lenses and it does make a big difference. As for the strength of the lenses and being able to get them you'd need to speak to the optician whom you choose to make them. If I had been a little less impulsive I could have found another supplier for half the price. So, shop around.

[@KiltedGreen]

How do you practically use a single or multi monitor setup when wearing these when you can’t then clearly see your keyboard and mouse/trackpad?

[@jslevenson101]

For most people, this technology is a dream come true, if not more than that.

[@user-ph2cl7fi8l]

I was sold on XREAL Air 2's, but they're the same price as the Meta Quest 3's where I live. Meta Quest's are the way to go if you live in the same region as me.

[@Cdub0619]

I worked as a Brand Ambassador for XREAL at CES this year and was really impressed with both the Air 2 Pro & Ultra. Unfortunately, the marketing director they hired with a yahoo email did not pay us. Lesson learned.

[@fazm1bico]

13:34 - can you tell me if you can use a "USB-C Female to Lightning Cable Adapter" instead of the expensive adaptor?

[@janetlewis1]

Just ordered from amazon

[@mahyatazike2887]

Thank you for the insightful video! I recently purchased AR glasses (XREAL Air AR Smart Glasses, Formerly Nreal with Massive 201") for my research, and I'm looking for a compatible Android tablet to enhance the experience. Since I use an iPhone 12 and can't use the Nebula app, I'm planning to buy an Android tablet or mobile device specifically for that purpose. Any recommendations for the best-fit Android tablet or mobile device to pair with AR glasses?

[@Mike_Jones281]

I have these glasses. You can get a Samsung smartphone with Dex. Dex is a computer-like environment you can use with your glasses, and it is actually a better solution than Nebula, which is the native Nreal application. I use both Nebual and Dex as both are useful, but most of the time I use Dex.

[@bs2096]

So true.

[@coachgius]

Would be good to know how easy is the use of keyboard when typing. Is it weird?

[@io_metre]

Fantastic concept came to a real product! I don’t understand WHY TF big players like Apple and Samsung didn’t do it before. It is SIMPLE. Start just with an external monitor of your smartphone your comp or anything. Everybody is in their phones and comps today. Why should you invent anything complex like AR VR #R than the MUCH SIMPLIER need is on the surface??? They dumb lost this opportunity for the good of NREAL-XREAL! I have used the version 1. And I’m excited to get my version 2 pretty soon. Nice review. Thank you

[@Hall]

Can these replace monitors for daily office use?

[@SparketDog]

I only want to mirror my Windows Screen to these, so I can walk around and still attend teams meetings. Will the beam allow that, power source plus screen mirroring via wifi?

[@user-hg8fx2yf5x]

Getting the XReal Air 2 pro AR Glasses is a goal of mine

[@nealrcn]

You mention software that allows multiple monitors with windows. Can you tell us the name of the software.

[@batmanskicks6228]

Yes sir I will purchase the pro for gaming and watching videos

[@rizielv9040]

Finally got mine two days ago. Funny I just realized my nose is slightly off center making the view from the glasses also slightly off center (making the sides in some situation blurry). I found this out by lookng straight at the screen then closing one eye after the other. If Xreal can read this maybe make a nose pad or the screen adjustable to the left or right to center the screen for noses like mine or for those with broken nose.

[@piergiorgiospaziani8648]

Hello! I was wondering about the sides in the image. I owned a pair of Rokid Air and side image was quite blurry, I coulnt read any text. Do Xreal 2 have the same problem?

[@UKgamer87]

what happens when you plug them into a device? are they plug and play?

[@anujmaurya4188]

Gaming consoles can now go screenless and just become a add on to such displays

[@garrickmusic]

Are you near-sighted or far-sighted? I’m pretty much near sighted and have a pretty strong Prescription. I take off my glasses to see 6 to 12 inches in front of me, like when I often use my phone, so I have kind of assumed that I should be able to see the screens sans contacts. Although if I hold anything 1 inch in front of my eyes it is blurry with OR without my glasses on. 🤷🏻‍♂️ It’s been a few years since I worn my contacts at all actually.

[@cmacmenow]

Apparently they are really cool for editing in FCP and others.

[@GamerDan89]

Can you run them on power supply while connecting to a external device lime Asus Rog Ally?

[@keesverhagen9227]

Sir, thanks for your review ! 💪 But could you check without having the glasses on if you really have twins ? 😂

[@deama15]

hopefully they'll release 4k 240hz versions for $2000, I'd definitely buy that cause I'm looking for a portablje 4k 240hz screen that's very large.

For me, the price isn’t too high because it’s more or less the same as buying two extra monitors for a three screen setup, with the added benefit of using it also to see movies and videos. I would use it 99% of the times for these two purposes, the 1% being the ocasional gaming session 😊

[@mikecrawford9537]

you wouldn't use them for a full days work, but why? This is the most important question people are here for...

[@SlobberySlob]

Great video review in many ways, but still left me wondering can you watch a movie/youtube with them while hovvering the stairs or cleaning up? A question that is not fully answered by your review - the only hint that this may be possible is that you state you can shrink the screen to concentrate on the real world enviroment, despite saying these are not really AR glasses and you darken out the real world with a filter.

[@the.scarlet_witch.official]

Thank you for this. Your review just felt so much more real use case and down to earth without all the extra ick other youtubers add 😇

[@davidpilsworth1254]

Hi. Just got air2. Cannot load Nebula on macbook air. It says security issue. How did you load it?

[@ehoenig]

while Gaming, can I charge the switch while using these glasses with a dongle?

[@johnosam4681]

Can i use this form productivity without installing nebula app? We are not allowed to install third party software on purpose work pc 😂 been cheking this and rokid

[@patrickbaitmen9290]

Could you possibly do an update with some windows and android use if even that means going to mates house lol. Rog ally runs off windows and I heard there is no support of yet? I want to know if it’s true before I purchase

[@thedarkside3899]

Where do i get a Hdmi to usb c cable? I can't find any just the other way around 😩

[@liamcureton3630]

I would use them almost solely for media consumption of streaming services. 2 questions, 1 what's the quality and experience like in comparison to watching a half decent TV in your living room? 2 why would you hold off on buying a beam for media consumption?

[@laartwork]

The beam doesn't have enough apps. I don't even know where I put it. Attaching to my phone and watching any streaming app is great. It's a better quality and larger picture than my 120in 1080 projector. I also attach to steamdeck

[@YeahYeahItsJustin]

Don't buy any AR/Display glasses. Unless you have a small head or you are a child(not an adult child). You need to know the IPD of your eyes and the distance between the screens of the AR/Display glasses before you buy a set. It's funny you watch reviews of AR/display glasses, the reviewers look like they are cross-eyed because the screens are set so close together. These reviewers are clueless to why the screen looks blurry on the outer right and left sides. The outer sides look blurry because there is no IPD/PD setting and the screens are set too close together. All the glasses look like they are made for a kid or an adult with a small head. The quest 2 has three settings IPD 58mm, 63mm, and 68mm. The quest 3 has a IPD setting with a range of 58mm - 71mm. I hope all the AR/Display glasses brands read this!

[@liquid79]

I'm 43 years old, 5'10" and have normal size head and love mine. The pictures sharp and clear.

[@artefaktartefakt]

I agree, I bought myself Viture glasses, their interpupillary distance is from 58 to 62 mm, this is not indicated anywhere, even my wife is not comfortable looking at them. Why don’t they make it possible to change the distance, because the technology of individual screens allows you to do this. And the strangest thing is that no one mentions this in reviews of AR glasses.

[@Connoroliverryan]

What size screen without the beam? Thanks