Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
I tried XREAL's Project Aura at Google I/O 2026 and here are my first impressions on the 70° field of view, the puck, Android XR, and when you can actually get a pair.
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Watch my Google I/O 2026 predictions video first: youtu.be/X531kuGgTWE
Thanks to XREAL for covering our trip to Google I/O so we could make this coverage happen. They had no review direction or approval. All opinions are my own.
► Project Aura: xreal.com/aura
► Apply for the Android XR Developer Catalyst Program: developer.android.com/develop/xr/catalyst
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CHAPTERS
00:30 - What Project Aura actually is
01:49 - Hardware & optics
05:08 - Insta360
06:23 - The puck (clip, fingerprint, carrying case)
08:04 - Android XR, Gemini & the vibe-coded paint app
10:22 - XREAL features in Aura?
11:36 - Tracking
11:37 - Launch timing?
13:35 - What I couldn't test & Final Thoughts
SOURCES
► XREAL & Google announcement (I/O 2026): linkedin.com/pulse/xreal-google-showcase-project-aura-io-2026-xreal-com-jc29c
► Android XR Developer Catalyst Program: developer.android.com/develop/xr/catalyst
► Google's official Project Aura tour: youtube.com/watch?v=qIQ7Qga61QI
► Google Android XR blog: https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/platforms/android/android-show-xr-edition-updates/
► XREAL Project Aura page: xreal.com/aura
► XREAL One Pro display modes (user guide): us.shop.xreal.com/blogs/buying-guide/user-guide_xreal-one-series
► 9to5Google launch confirmation: facebook.com/9to5Google/posts/1406426214863365
#ProjectAura #XREAL #AndroidXR #casandchary
XR on! - Cas and Chary XR
I tried XREAL's Project Aura at Google I/O 2026 and here are my first impressions on the 70° field of view, the puck, Android XR, and when you can actually get a pair.
► Get the Insta360 X5 (code: CasandChary) - there's a promo running right now: store.insta360.com/campaign/creator-week?utm_term=CasandChary
Watch my Google I/O 2026 predictions video first: youtu.be/X531kuGgTWE
Thanks to XREAL for covering our trip to Google I/O so we could make this coverage happen. They had no review direction or approval. All opinions are my own.
► Project Aura: xreal.com/aura
► Apply for the Android XR Developer Catalyst Program: developer.android.com/develop/xr/catalyst
SUPPORT US + DISCOUNT CODES
► Check out our VR/AR Gear Picks: amazon.com/shop/caschary
► Get Meta Quest 3 here: bit.ly/quest3cnc
🎮 Get 10% off Quest games with code: CNC
► VR Discount Codes: casandchary.com/discount-codes-affiliate-links
► Buy our VR Merch: bit.ly/casandchary-merch
► Our PC Specs: casandchary.com/vr-equipment
► Become our Patron: bit.ly/PatreonCasandChary
► Become a Sponsor on YT: bit.ly/JoinCasandChary
GET LATEST UPDATES
Instagram → instagram.com/casandchary
Twitter → twitter.com/CasandChary
Facebook → facebook.com/casandchary
Join our Discord → discord.gg/YH52W2k
Links in this description may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small referral fee from qualifying purchases that supports the channel (at no extra cost to you).
CHAPTERS
00:30 - What Project Aura actually is
01:49 - Hardware & optics
05:08 - Insta360
06:23 - The puck (clip, fingerprint, carrying case)
08:04 - Android XR, Gemini & the vibe-coded paint app
10:22 - XREAL features in Aura?
11:36 - Tracking
11:37 - Launch timing?
13:35 - What I couldn't test & Final Thoughts
SOURCES
► XREAL & Google announcement (I/O 2026): linkedin.com/pulse/xreal-google-showcase-project-aura-io-2026-xreal-com-jc29c
► Android XR Developer Catalyst Program: developer.android.com/develop/xr/catalyst
► Google's official Project Aura tour: youtube.com/watch?v=qIQ7Qga61QI
► Google Android XR blog: https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/platforms/android/android-show-xr-edition-updates/
► XREAL Project Aura page: xreal.com/aura
► XREAL One Pro display modes (user guide): us.shop.xreal.com/blogs/buying-guide/user-guide_xreal-one-series
► 9to5Google launch confirmation: facebook.com/9to5Google/posts/1406426214863365
#ProjectAura #XREAL #AndroidXR #casandchary
XR on! - Cas and Chary XR
