Viture Unveils New High-End AR Glasses with Competitive Features
Viture, known for its innovative smart glasses, had a standout year in 2025 with the launch of its impressive Luma series and a pro mobile dock compatible with Nintendo’s Switch 2. As 2026 kicks off, the company is unveiling a new model at CES called The Beast, which is now available for preorder at $549, with shipping set to begin in February.
While this price point is higher than what Viture typically offers—often undercutting competitors like Xreal—it comes with some notable enhancements. The Beast now features built-in three degrees of freedom support, allowing users to anchor their screens in virtual space or have them follow head movements seamlessly. Previous models required extra hardware or software for similar functionality.
The Beast boasts a 58-degree field of view, a six-degree improvement over Viture’s last flagship model, while Xreal’s 1S supports 52 degrees. For those seeking more than the standard three dimming options found in most smart glasses, The Beast offers an electrochromic tint with nine adjustable levels, letting you control how much of your environment you want to see. Additionally, it includes an embedded camera that will enable six degrees of freedom in certain scenarios down the line.
For some users, the $100 premium over the 1S may be justified by these enhancements, even if they aren’t essential for everyone. However, one drawback of The Beast is the lack of myopia adjustments. Previous models featured dials for fine-tuning the display for clearer images, but The Beast is available only in two sizes (regular and large), which may necessitate prescription lenses for those who are nearsighted. Personally, I found that with some adjustments to the nose pads, I could achieve a clear view despite my nearsightedness.
If you’re weighing your options between The Beast and the 1S (or any other AR glasses), here are some key specs to consider: both models support up to 1200p resolution (with Viture indicating this feature will be available post-launch) and a 120Hz refresh rate. They also include 2D-to-3D conversion features aimed at enhancing immersion, though my initial impressions of this feature were lukewarm for both models. The Beast weighs about 96 grams, while the 1S comes in at 86 grams (the preproduction unit of The Beast is slightly heavier than the final version). The weight difference is noticeable, and adjusting the fit of The Beast was essential with its included nose pads, while the weight distribution of the 1S felt more comfortable.
From my experience, I’ve preferred the visual quality of games and movies through Viture’s glasses, even though both brands claim to use Sony’s latest micro OLED screens. Text and details are sharp on both The Beast and the 1S, but Viture’s model offers richer contrast. For those satisfied with the field of view and the limitations of the Luma Pro glasses, upgrading to The Beast may not be necessary. While The Beast doesn’t significantly outshine the 1S in specs, its higher price and weight may lead many to favor the more affordable and lighter 1S.
