Xreal Beam - What No One's Telling You

In this video i talked about what i like about the #xrealbeam, and the things i'm frustrated about. Amazon affiliate link below if you'd like to get one.
Xreal Beam - amzn.to/3DSpLf6
Xreal Glasses - amzn.to/3OP7jKD
Xreal Beam/Glasses combo (cheaper together) - amzn.to/3OqbaMK
HDMI to Type C - amzn.to/42RVlDM
HDMI to HDMI - amzn.to/3XlQv0r
Type C dongle - amzn.to/3JstlQl
Timestamps
00:00 Intro
00:58 What the beam is
03:42 What i like about it
04:22 Things I don't like
13:37 Do i recommend it?

[@KingKola_]

Good News! There's a new update that adds Netflix, prime, etc to the beam now. Also, there has been plenty of updates that addressed the issues i talked about in this video.

[@BobOrKlaus]

Is the fan thing and the charging thing still an issue? Dont currently have the money but considering getting the air 2 pro and beam so I wanna make sure the most annoying things are fixed

[@michaelanthonytollan]

is this without jailbreaking it? so if I buy it now its on the beam?

[@suleimankhan4746]

It’s only 480p unfortunately

[@cardboard952]

which issues in particular?

[@peabutt38]

@@suleimankhan4746 if you install streaming app directly on the beam it only streams up to 480p? not 1080p?

[@PaulJohnarthan]

King for doing this unsponsored, one of the only channels I've found looking into xreal glasses that is honest in the review and has most of the products unsponsored. Keep up the good work!

[@pineapple-on-pizzas]

This is the best channel for X Real content - having bought both the glasses and the Beam I know you're honest and accurate with what you say 👍

[@KingKola_]

Thank you, i try to keep people informed.

[@philhario3640]

Thank you for the super honest review. It’s ridiculous how many sold out videos exist on this product. Also, great job on the simplicity of your presentation with few effects and fluff.

[@KingKola_]

Thank you!

[@bimconsaultantshawaii]

Thank you for the honest review, I ordered one of these last night and excited to test it out!

[@fareedosman2317]

I have been waiting for weeks for a review like this. This is the most useful video on Xreal beam I've seen online. You're awesome man.

[@KingKola_]

Thanks fam, I try to keep people informed.

[@travisnavarro9280]

Have you tried any Apple products with it yet?

[@laurensveldman5180]

Though I ordered it, this is a straight forward informative review everyone should see before buying.

[@KingKola_]

Absolutely, so many reviews on it but no one i've seen is talking about this issues. Thanks for watching and dropping a comment, i hope a new update comes out before you receive yours so you can have a better first impression.

[@jackofblades3171]

Thank you for being informative instead of giving a sales pitch. Good work

[@MobileDecay]

This is the one product that made me lose all trust in creators. Normally I feel they are being honest and my purchase has been as described by reviewers. This is one where I feel like they were reviewing a completely different product. They just praised it to no end and lied about it. They let themselves become an extension of the company’s sales department instead of being loyal to their subs.

[@KingKola_]

I feel you 100%, that's why i created this youtube channel. I figured i'd do it for people like me who want honest reviews. I know Xreal will and many product companies will probably not send me stuff to review if they saw this video, but i'm perfectly okay with that.

[@MobileDecay]

@@KingKola_ Exactly!

[@pineapple-on-pizzas]

Completely agree - reviewers really hyped this thing up but since buying it I've used it once because really until they add apps directly on the Beam it's as useful as a paper weight

[@XREAL_Global]

@@KingKola_ Hey Kola, we appreciate you and your content - especially this video. Feedback is incredibly important for us as a start up, especially objective and concise reviews that come from users like yourself. 😎❤

[@KingKola_]

@@XREAL_Global thank you for dropping in!

[@PhilTParker]

Nice summary about the Beam unit and it’s features, issues and benefits. I just bought mine along with the Xreal AR 2 glasses and use them wired to my iPad and PC. I just signed up for the Nebula beta also, because one of my use cases with the Beam is to be able to have multiple PC windows (two or three of them) to support my daily business workflow). I’m looking forward to the ability to connect wirelessly…one benefit with doing that should be the ability to keep the Beam plugged into my USB C charging cable. One thought that I had was about something you mentioned-having to try many different chargers before finally finding one that charges the Beam. My charger worked right off the bat. I suspect the reason why I didn’t have any problems was because my charger is plugged into an AC outlet and puts out up to 100 watts of power. Perhaps the Beam requires a certain level of wattage in order to accept a charge. We have a sailboat and sometimes take it to Catalina Island for the weekend. During these trips we don’t have live AC onboard because we are away from the dock and aren’t plugged into AC shorepower. With the boat power being DC I can charge, but only from a much lower power charger which is plugged into a 12 volt port like one you would find in your car. Thanks for pointing out that the Beam may not charge from every power source that you have available. I’d like to jailbreak my Beam also in order to side load apps as well; I wonder if doing that would impair the unit’s ability to work with new and upcoming features and apps that Xreal will be making available for the unit in the future…

[@gothicangel1001]

Man you truly deserve a super like. Most honest review I have seen, only wish I have seen ur video before I purchased it. Keep it and thanks again for being so honest.

[@KingKola_]

my pleasure and thanks fam. By the way Update your beam if you haven't. I now truly enjoy using mine after all the updates.

[@sethedwards81]

I've had the Beam and Air glasses now for a little over a week, and I feel I must leave this comment because I don't see anybody talking about it anywhere on the internet. I just realized today that the beam does not transfer the OLED capabilities of the screens inside the glasses, which is a HUGE letdown. What I mean by that is that with a standard OLED display, each pixel is individually lit, which means black is true black because there is no light at all. The glasses themselves do this flawlessly and the image has amazing contrast. But when outputting the same exact source from the Beam, it eliminates that capability and instead replaces true black with some form of gray, as if it's a standard LED panel with a backlight, which is just stupid. For example, when watching movies that have a wider aspect ratio than 16:9, you get gray bars on the top and bottom of the screen, but without the beam this doesn't happen. The image quality is significantly reduced as well due to the lower contrast coming from the beam. I bought the two as a bundle so I'm not sure if I can return just the beam, but I do like the potential that it offers and I know smooth follow will come in clutch in places like cars or airplanes (which I have yet to test it in) so for that reason I think I will still keep it, but I am becoming more and more disappointed in the lack of quality design here. It's cool, but it needs a lot of work.

[@KingKola_]

Very interesting about the oled, i haven't noticed that. I'd have to check, but wow good catch if it is the case.

[@sethedwards81]

Update: I just downloaded an update for the beam and I think they might have solved this issue.

[@Shon3GEES]

What a great review. Ah, honest review with no fluff. So appreciated. I did pre-order this device. I, too, was noting the same things you have pointed out. And yes, coming soon... so frustrating.

[@Qishqildaq]

Thnx for your work man ! Your content helped, and not just once !!! +1 subscriber !! Have a question though, if you connect it via wire to Samsung, will the DEX work or you can use ONLY that beam OS system?? AND can you plug in the phone, and plug the charger at the same time ??

[@michiahnaylor7476]

This is a great video. Honestly the fatigue is real. Staring at a screen for long periods of time is already exhausting. Hopefully the streaming capability does actually come sooner than later. A lot of great information. Thank you!

[@KingKola_]

Yes that fatigue can be detering, thank you for watching and dropping a comment 🙏🏾

[@THEDARKSIDECUTHERE]

When connected glasses to android phone directly no drm problem. It's the beam that needs work.

[@npcimknot958]

Thats why i was so tired.. i guess i wasnt blinking and ya.. eye strain is real no matter if htey say its been tested.. anything that isn’t natural will hurt your eyes. I love the glasses but. I need to not use it every day.

[@ricksanchez7250]

Never had any problems like that. Not worth vr either. Everyone is different. I can watch 3 hours of a series and it does not effect my eyes.

[@boondocksaint4977]

I was really doubting to buy this one…youre YT convinced me to wait it out a bit.thanx buddy!

[@craxy890]

2:02 thank you for explaining the eye fatigue in this way. I was considering this use case, but wasn't thinking about how much I adjust my head, not just my eyes when I look at a monitor.

[@PhamTheKiet-qf5yo]

thankfully I found your video who shares very honest thoughts about the product. Have a great day!

[@coldtricky]

Thank you for this. I was also surprised to realize how many reviews were sponsored videos.

[@michaelnguyen2007]

Very helpful video. Honest and to the point. Thank you brother Kola.

[@KingKola_]

My pleasure fam, thank you

[@Mrgoogle642]

Almost ordered ... thanks for the review!

[@Graellyfreckles]

Awesome review. Thanks to you I was able to avoid disappointment

[@digglerdiggler]

Thanks for the full and honest review! Hope NReal/XReal can come to an agreement with DRM protected streaming services or even get these apps to install on the Beam directly.

[@KingKola_]

I hope so too, they are working on that right now.

[@blujustin4175]

A more recent review from 3 weeks after this one (albeit from people supplied with it to review) says that it works fine with DRM protected serices and is fully DRM compatible. They specifically said they watched Prime, Netflix, Disney+ and more and they all work no problem.

[@exponentialbet6292]

Appreciate the honesty mate.

[@KingKola_]

No problem fam

[@jimbrothers1883]

Thank you!!!! I almost bought these...you kinda made me do more research! THANK YOU!!!

[@KingKola_]

My pleasure, i still love it though.

[@TG-Maverick22]

I appreciate the honesty and true review of the xreal beam. You truly pointed out why this product is good, but not great while most other channels reported. 5/5

[@KingKola_]

That was my goal, thank you for watching and dropping a comment.

[@JH-qx6wq]

Thanks for a great video, all you said is correct and true. For cable: you need full function type-C to type-C this is high speed data transfer and super fast charging, its also called Type-C PD cable 100W . I ordered one but still waiting for it in the post.

[@KingKola_]

Yeah i guess my mistake was using the one xreal included with my pre-order

[@GalactusTheDestroyer]

So the cable that is provided with it is not adequate? I just received my beam adapter to day but not have used it yet.

[@delxiv]

THANK YOU! Been looking for an *honest, non-sponsored* review. Enjoy your new subbed viewer. Quick question, will the body anchor feature of Beam work with the gen 1 NReal Air from last year?

[@MrMittens01]

Yes it should, as far as I know the glasses are exactly the same. Nothing has changed but the name so the beam will work with your glasses.

[@KingKola_]

Yes it works, i bought mine last year. Like the previous comment mentioned, the glasses are the exact name they just changed their name. Thanks for the sub.

[@eddiedudley7657]

thanks bro. i am really glad for your info. i bought mine a month ago and i was almost ready to send it back i am going to keep it untill i see more apps

[@KingKola_]

My pleasure fam

[@skytimtw]

Thanks for the great video, I don't think I'll buy the Xreal Beam for a while, but I'm still curious, does the Beam support other brands of AR glasses or HMDs?

[@KingKola_]

No it doesn't, so far it only works with Xreal's

[@Mightypepino76]

Great video. Your explanation really helped. The device was a little confusing. Thanks for keeping it real.

[@KingKola_]

My pleasure, glad it wss helpfu

[@paulsenior2143]

Thanks for the honest review. I watched this after I have ordered it 😅. The best bit of your review was the eye exhaustion. I didn’t even think of that.

[@KingKola_]

I hope you enjoy it

[@skydog7544]

Thank you very much dude, just saved me a lot of money. Still interested but that DRM thing and the fan noise is going to be something to wait on a fix for before shelling out

[@cafeine]

Hey Kola, great video. You did a very cool video showing how to setup 3 screens fixed in space using a Windows PC. Since you now have the Beam as well, would you be able to do an update video showing how to setup 3 screens fixed in space using a Windows PC? If you could show how it is done using the Beam wirelessly (for people with older pcs without usb-c port) without using Ginger or other third party software, that would be fantastic. I am software developer and use 3 monitors daily. I can't work efficiently with less tbh. I am really keen on being able to have that luxury while travelling. I really hope Air + Beam will allow me to do so. Waiting for my shipment next week and I am getting too excited!

[@KingKola_]

Note: Type C to C cable is only included if you pre-ordered the Beam. If you didn't, then you'd have to purchase one separately. Here's my Amazon affiliate link for a cable that i know works, most others won't work. amzn.to/3QzdvHO

[@jimdoom2276]

What is it about the cable that determines whether it works? I'm guessing it has to be proper USB 3.1, supporting fast data transfer, Power Delivery, and Display Port Alternate Mode. Not just any old USB 2.0 cable with C plugs on the ends (which many are).

[@KingKola_]

@jimdoom2276 yup i think it's all that you mentioned that is required. the other so called video output cables i tried didn't work.

[@muralibalaraman]

@@jimdoom2276doesn’t work , been down that road , you need usb 4 or Thunderbolt 3, or 4

[@DRAWKCABLLA]

thanks for the video bro

[@your-tube1446]

I ordered it off amazon it came about a week earlier then the expected later date. Secondly there was no mention of a cable being included but it came with one. Lastly i dont think all usb c cables support video connections, same way some are rated for lower wattage.

[@bokharij]

Hi, is overheating a big issue? I believe, in an update you can now charge the beam at the same time you use it. Will it overheat if using it with my work laptop for 4 hours at a time (or at least for the full battery life of the beam)?

[@thomascarpe8960]

Oh and in case I did not say this already. Thank you for posting a candid opinion about the product. It's rare to see someone posting their unfiltered view, and I respect how much it takes to put your face out there and speak your mind.

[@KingKola_]

My pleasure fam, and thank you.

[@Sleepeaze]

Your charging problem is because it turns back on when you plug in the power cord. After you plug it in hold the power button until you see the light turn completely off. The fan won’t run and you’ll get 100% charge

[@KingKola_]

Oh, i thought i was using the wrong cable, but that makes sense because the fan runs when it's charging. Thank you fam.

[@jsantos712]

Probably should update your video. I just subscribed btw

[@MultiShiv19]

Thanks for this honest review!

[@KingKola_]

My pleasure fam

[@HeadsetHistorian]

Great video! "This is good but not great" is pretty much my opinion all the time with any AR stuff right now. It's getting close to great but there's nothing there just yet imo, too many trade offs etc.

[@onielmelendez4315]

Bro, honest points mentioned here, sub'd!🤘 I'm getting mine in the mail within a week, and would love to see some instructional video on how to connect and set it up using the different modes like body anchor, fixed display and all that. Been using my s23 ultra with the xreal glasses on flights playing offline content, and it's dope! But I do also feel that eye fatigue with the display staying locked wherever you look, that's why I bought the beam, excited to get it. Keep on sharing, and thanks for keepin' it real! ❤

[@fancy_owo]

im getting my xreal air 2 pro on saturday, and the beam made it here in less than a day, i cant wait for it. any tips for using it?

[@jimdoom2276]

@Kola - hey great series of videos mate, thanks. Can the Beam stream local files ok from a PC and from a phone? I mean files that don't have DRM built in, like pirated movies etc..? Cheers.

[@KingKola_]

Thanks fam, and yes you can. You can use local network drive.

[@maxpayne5546]

my friend you are the only honest reviewer , i like your videos they are very helpful , i dont trust the rest of them they are all paid , keep doing the good job

[@derek4950]

Great video! I use my xreal glasses with samsung dex and my work laptop. Its great for working privately while flying. One big hassle is that i cant charge my phone when i use my xreal air. Will this let me charge my phone while using the air? The rokid has a device that allows this and i was hoping the beam adds that functionality.

[@KingKola_]

I uploaded a video on how to do that, but i may have to update it in a bit

[@inmostme5170]

Hello. Thank you very much for the video, this is exactly what I was looking for! I'd like to ask you a couple of questions. I do 3D modeling and picture quality is important to me. Is everything really as good there as on a regular monitor? And isn’t it hard to sit in them all day while working?

[@uberacx]

Right to the points. I am so glad that I have watched your video. It’s a bit lengthy but you really point out all the key issues. I might just skip this. Thank you.

[@sprucemobile]

always a great content, man

[@KingKola_]

Thank you, i appreciate the comment

[@chinesecheeunit]

Loved you honest review bro! I cannot stress enough how important content like yours is needed for consumers. When you listed out the flaws with raw emotion and frustration plus talked about broken promises, i know this video was 🎯. Thank you again and i subbed! PS In KZbin app settings, you can go incognito mode to test ads for Premium users

[@KingKola_]

I appreciate that, and wow good to know about the icognito mode. Thanks

[@jacobrix5918]

Totally agree! And earned a sub from me!

[@michaelanthonytollan]

great review , it makes me think twice to get real and the beam , so what is your prefable one you would get then ? i do need one where the screen don't move at all , rokid max , TLC , vision xreal ???

[@hexpulse2307]

Did you try using the streaming option from inside the Netflix app - next to the x on the screen ? I haven’t tried it yet but that gets around other screen mirroring issues

[@KingKola_]

Yeah i did, audio plays, but no video feed.

[@Phanbot01]

I'd like to know how prescription glasses wearers are fairing with this device? I'm interested in getting it to use with the Steam Deck or the Aya Neo Geek 1S that I own. I've yet to see someone who wears glasses give their take on use of the device.

[@tomn8399]

awesome review. I returned it as soon as I tried it out. The body anchor feature actually annoys the heck out of me since if you're watching videos, your field of view is fixed so it's similar to trying to watch a neighbor's TV through your own window where the visibility of the video you're watching would get cut off if you don't hold your head steady. Also, I'm a gamer and if I use the glass by itself connected directly to a Steam Deck for example, there's hardly any lag at all but through the beam, the lag is very noticeable, not to mention that the audio is also lagging which is insanely annoying. The Xbeam to me feels like an incomplete product and I really can't think of any good use for it so I returned it pretty much after 1 day.

[@MB-yw7up]

Thank you bro, you have one of the best real reviews of this thing. Please if you could also Review the XReal Air 2 Ultras that are supposed to ship soon we would appreciate that 🙌🏻🔥

[@firnnauriel]

Hi. Great video! I have my Beam last Sunday only and I don't have the charging and fan noise problem. The fan seems quiet and I already tried 2 types of chargers (25w Samsung charger and a 45W Xiaomi powerbank) and I was able to reach 100% level in Beam.

[@KingKola_]

Thanks for sharing fam, i reached out to xreal and they're gonna exchange mine for me.

[@firnnauriel]

@@KingKola_That's good to hear. Yeah, your experience sounds like you had a defective item.

[@LMahesa]

Thanks, this was extremely informative. How is the latency when wired?

[@KingKola_]

Zero, i don't notice any lag at all.

[@iBeKev]

Whats up man, I love your video as I'm looking to buy this product. I really want to play Plex media through my iPhone and I noticed that the Beam and Adapter both cannot be charged while in use. I use a magsafe charger for my iphone and was wondering if you have tried using that to use one of those options for extended periods of time (movies, etc)

[@KingKola_]

I tried an hack by using an adapter. The metowas able to fully charge my phone, but unfortunately it didn't produce enough power to keep the beam charged. The limitation is in the beam and could potentially be improved by a sotware update.

[@iBeKev]

I see thanks man! I ordered the Xreal and Vitures gonna see which ones I like most@@KingKola_

[@viraltribe4566]

I'm not sure I understand this. If I purchase the classes and connect them to my Windows 11 laptop using an HDMI to USB-C port adapter (one in your description), will they work as intended? Or do I need to wait for the nebula app release for windows?

[@KingKola_]

yes it will work as intended with just the glasses or via the beam. Though you may have to use an earphones. The audio didn't pass through on my older computer, but it does on my new one.

[@siemano-pl]

Thanks for honest review

[@KingKola_]

Thanks for watching

[@robertarnobit5357]

Thanks for this information. It helped me.👍

[@keesverhagen9227]

Thanks for adressing these issues.💪 An hour ago i did put the Xreal glasses and beam in the shoppingcard. Had to go before i could finish the payment. When home again i will delete the shopping card. Your hones review made me realise that the glasses will be a waste of my money. For sure. I will wait until a future release of better Xreal glasses. Or another brand. What comes first.

[@mastermesian9821]

Thank you so much for this review. I think I'm still going to snag one because I can connect all the things I want to use wired. But I'm glad to know up front the issues with wireless. Now I know not to count on it. Where if i was expecting the wireless to work I'd be pisses when it didn't. Now I know what to expect. Thank you

[@KingKola_]

I still enjoy using mine, plus they've made updates that fixed some of my issues which is good.

[@fbaerga]

I agree with you, now I haven't had any problems charging with my Samsung charger without any problems. I truly regret buying this box the only thing I'm looking forward to seeing what apps the come out with that will be installed into the Beam. Great review no one that has reviewed the beam on the negative reason why not to buy yet maybe wait until they have some apps that will work on the Beam. Thank You

[@KingKola_]

Yeah it's frustrating so far, especially if a person doesn't have dex. I hope they work quickly on adding the apps, it's adroid based afterall. Thanks for watching and dropping a comment.

[@fernandodelagarza3603]

Just ordered mine. Quick question, does the beam comes with any cables? I saw another KZbin video talking about providing a C to HDMI cable?

[@KingKola_]

Mine did only because i pre-ordered it. So if you did as well it will be included, if not, the you're gonna have to get one from amazon or something. I did buy one off Amazon before that i know works, most others won't work. Here's my affiliate link if yours doesn't come with and you wanna get it. amzn.to/3QzdvHO

[@TCISBEATHUB]

I ordered my beam from the official website last week after the presale ended and it came with a cable 👍🏽 maybe it’s a case to case basis

[@toonman361]

I appreciate your honesty in the review. I was wondering what exactly this iPod looking thing does and now I know. I am primarily interested in watching video "on" my phone, not through a streaming service. I guess the glasses would be fine without the Xreal box?

[@KingKola_]

Yes it will be fine without the beam, although your does does need to support display output via usb c.

[@AronGKatz]

Honest video. I had to had the beam because I get dizzy when using the xreal glasses without a screen fixed and wanted to connect my game consoles and the other adapter didnt seem like it made sense. Now is chromecast something that may be possible via software update? or it will never be possible?

[@KingKola_]

Yup chrome is definitely possible via update if Google will allow them. But the device does have ability to cast to it via other methods though. Check out my latest video, I showed how to do so.

[@mwangiplus-]

great review .thank you..these are the reviews we need.more information that matter about the products.i will keep my quest 3 untill these Ar glass become more compatible.i wish someone can come up with a lighter version of quest 3.

[@sil3nc3shot34]

Did you try Rokid mini hub ? It is for type c also for glasses while charging Rokid Mini Hub Charging Converter, Max AR Glasses

[@sofiaclemente7925]

Thank you so much for the review!! We need more reviewers like you who are knowledgeable and critical! One point of constructive criticism: I felt like I had to watch the video at 2× speed because of the small pauses and tangents, a more focused (maybe scripted?) review would be something that I would prefer to watch.

[@KingKola_]

Thanks for the tips, i'll try

[@keva3563]

Great review! I was on the fence and I'll give it a few months now or the next version of Beam or the glasses themselves.

[@Sevaanful]

It might be like the pc style usb c chargers where it has to be over 65w to charge? It says in the promotional video that it needs a specific type of USB-C cable. Didn't check the details.

[@KingKola_]

Yes It does require specific cables, Xreal is exchanging my unit as i might have a defect, so i'll check when i receive it.

[@NoobFLProducer]

Hey mate, 3 months on and i'm just commenting to ask for an update on the beam is it getting better via firmware updates or is it still not as good as people hoped. I have just purchased the Air pro 2 and the beam came before the glasses. So iv'e not tested it yet because iv'e not had the glasses sent. Thanks for the honest review.

[@RobRoy1144]

I purchased the Xrai glasses Air 2 Pro with the Beam for iPhone 14. Wanted to try Subtitles while in a multi speaker environment as I am hearing impaired. Then I learned about the wireless/ wired issue watching your video. Just found out that iPhone 15 will accommodate the wired connection, but not the iPhone 14 (Lightning vs USB 3). Still trying to figure out to get the subtitles working.

[@davidgee6452]

Bro this video is THE EXACT READ REASON i watch reviews i wanna hear the flaws tk kno if its worth looking over . U gained a new sub because of your unadulterated honesty. Please keep em coming in this way ima turn to you from now on

[@KingKola_]

I appreciate that fam

[@ramduck4154]

Great information, Thanks for the video!

[@KingKola_]

My pleasure, thanks for watching

[@VirusShockerX32]

Thank you for the insight on the product! 😎🤙

[@TCISBEATHUB]

Yes more videos on things you can do with the beam and glasses 🏆 thank you

[@KingKola_]

I absolutely will make them, thanks for watching 🙏🏾

[@btrue2day]

Anyone knows whether the Rokid Max can be connected to the Xreal Beam? I try to get another glasses if i can

[@piper8463]

How did the virtual desktop work out. Heard it was supported on iMac and other a Apple PCs

[@paulolopes9344]

great review you made many points really clear, thank you!

[@KingKola_]

Thank you, and thanks for watching!

[@mithrielmackay2283]

Best review yet. Thanks! I could really benefit from an experienced users help. I'm deaf and I use live Transcribe and live caption in the accessibility mode in my Samsung Galaxy Note 22. I can no longer go to movies or live comedy shows BUT if I can cast my mobile phone so that I'm using AR, I'm hoping that I can create a closed caption type hack. In other words; what's the best way to see my Android's Live Transcribe app in a small part of the glasses while looking through them at the show? Thanks so much! Sharing this soon with a group of links for people who can see more ways to enhance their lives with tech.

[@KingKola_]

Since you have the Note 22, i believe the best way would be through using samsung dex. When you load samsung dex, make your wall paper black, that way you see through the glasses, then open live transcrib and make the window smaller and drag it to the conner instead of using sideview on nebula. The experience is gonna be much better. Another really good option, though, uses more battery is by using this app called xrai glasses. You can get it from the play store and load via nebula. Not only will it transcribe voice to text and display it, it can also translate other languages to english in real time. I used this feature to translate spanish to english when i was in mexico. Hopefully that all make sense, thank you for dropping in.

[@DaveHoltzman]

Thank You very much Kola. Excellent Review

[@KingKola_]

My pleasure, and thank you

[@anahata8870]

I do search light glasses for using my pc including movies from stream.any suggestions ?

[@kaassoufflex9023]

Does anyone know how to connect the iPhone wired to the beam? Do you need the xreal adapter?

[@busterhoodstar6598]

Thanks for the input. I bought this, and yes, it's somewhat of a letdown regarding the wireless mode. I appreciate the screen staying in place. I bought the Rokid module, and hopefully, it works with my Xreal glasses, as it's an actual android device.

[@KingKola_]

From what i've heard, the rokid module does work. I can't wait to get mine

[@h9z4g3]

Thank you for an honest review! I just subscribed!

[@KingKola_]

Thanks for subbing!

[@alexanderturipe8062]

Very descriptive and helpful, thank you very much!!!

[@KingKola_]

Thanks, and my pleasure

[@dtvt8421]

I appreciate the honest review.. Literally 99% of youtubers do not describe the 1st world problems.. You remind me of Louis Rossmann & Flossy Carter. Keep at the videos & your personal experiences from using these devices..!

[@KingKola_]

I appreciate that!

[@edgecrush3r]

I wish the XBeam would feature its own GoogleTV OS is with unlocked playstore. Seems that Viture neckband and Rokid Station have that but lack the anchor mode.

[@KingKola_]

Right, i I really wish xreal did. But i'd rather have that body anchor mode as i hated having eye fatigue more from the screen being stuck.

[@sidney1234usc]

I'm going to try the rokid glasses and their rokid station to see if my experience is better. I love the concept but the execution was lackluster.

[@gregfaithfull6244]

Have you tried hooking up on netflix thru dex as im curious or have you tried plugging up a chromecast some how?

[@KingKola_]

Yup, i talked about both in the video

[@SamuelDavisIII]

Thanks for this info. I've never heard any talk about fan noise! I was going to purchase this primarily for my Steam Deck. And I can watch GoogleTV? Yes!

[@KingKola_]

You can side load tv apps on it

[@VIIJ1]

thank you for this honest review. I didnt get the beam lol. but my air 2 pro will arrive in 2 days

[@KingKola_]

The beam is now very much worth it

[@Whuuuuuuuhhhhappn]

this is what real reviews should’ve been. not just stating stats and the initial impressions, but the deep and long term issues

[@kiokayx]

love the review

[@AdnanTraveller]

Good review, you are a good presenter. 👍

[@MatthewWilliams-kh4ww]

Good review! I bought mine mostly for body anchor mode. It works great for me and the video quality is better than on Nebula for Samsung. The fan is not loud for me and the price of this device is pried right. XRelal seems very much like an experiment to me. but what t does, it does well. Cant please everyone. oh... use a fast charger.

[@KingKola_]

I agree with you on that. Someone from xreal told me my fan shouldn't be making the noises mine was making in the video, that i should contact support as i might have a defective unit.

[@MatthewWilliams-kh4ww]

@KingKola01 yeah. Mines cool as a cucumber. I'd imagine there are defective units being pushed out with the demand they were trying to meet.

[@TCISBEATHUB]

Can you show us how to watch 3D SBS videos with the glasses and beam ? either on KZbin or if we have one saved on the phone Thank you Kola❕

[@KingKola_]

So i have tried it, but it doesn't work so far. I'm hoping to come up with some kind of workaround. I'll definitely post it if i'm able to figure it out.

[@shareholder]

Great video! I work as a digtal marketer and do video editing both on windows. Is it worth it? Getting the beam ?

[@KingKola_]

Yes, I edited this whole video on it. I use the xreal window as my preview screen.

[@shareholder]

@@KingKola_ nice thanks you da man!

[@MsSalem007]

One question im trying to connect my beam with my Samsung fold 4 type c cable ( the one that came inside the box of the phone) but it does not connect only charging the beam can I know which cable did you use to connect your phone to the beam and did you try to connect the beam with your phone with Samsung cable

[@KingKola_]

Xreal sent me one because i pre-ordered mine. But i had already bought another cable incase. Only a few cables work, here's a link to one that i know works amzn.to/3qs8ZjK

[@cryp2shop]

Hi, My laptop supports output via type c so does xreal beam support multiple displays output in spatial display?

[@chellur9562]

no but xreal glasses does via nebula or ginger

[@KingKola_]

Xreal beam only adds one more display to your pc. I have a video on how to set up ginger xr if you're looking for more windows. You can also wait for Xreal's official nebula, they have a beta right now.