The best smart glasses just keep getting better, and CES 2026 just proved it. When we're seeing AR glasses reaching 240Hz refresh rates in a 177-inch display and AI specs that push the limits of being seamless, everyday eyewear, you know it's heading in the right direction.
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However, as we've seen on the showfloor at CES 2026, there are only more advances in smart specs to look forward to. Whether it's gaming on a pair of AR glasses or subtly seeing live translation, teleprompting and even karaoke lyrics right before your very eyes, it's clear that smart glasses tech still has plenty up its sleeve, and we're here for it.
We're still in the thick of the biggest tech event of the year, so we're sure to spot a few more contenders at the show. For now, though, here's the best smart glasses we'll be keeping an eye on in 2026 — and one's you should, too.
MemoMind One
Déjà vu? The MemoMind One looks and operates very similarly to the Even Realities G2 smart glasses that I’ve been wearing all of CES, but it has a few very interesting differences.
At its core, you’ll find a nearly identical dual-eye display, which gives you access to features like AI note-taking, a teleprompter (my personal favorite feature), online and offline translation, navigation and even karaoke lyrics. Despite the software similarities, what has me most interested in trying these out is the addition of built-in speakers that sound surprisingly good and way more frame styles and colors to choose from.
In my quick hands-on demo, I found the One to be significantly more comfortable than the G2, and MemoMind says that we can expect several exciting accessories to be revealed as well.
MemoMind is the new kid on the block and is actually a sub-brand of XGIMI, a company known for its home cinema projectors, so I’m very interested to see how this partnership develops. Preorders for the MemoMind One are expected to open later this year, with pricing starting at around $599. — Paul Antil
Asus ROG Xreal R1
Let’s be (x)real. While there are many use cases for AR glasses, the main one is to play games without hurting your neck on long-haul transport (that was mine at least). And if you’re a serious player, the best picture quality and refresh rate are critical to that.
That’s where the Asus ROG Xreal R1 comes in — a 1080p picture with HDR running at a buttery smooth 240Hz refresh rate. That means you could extract every single one of those frames from that RTX 50-series system and its multi-frame gen and get an oh-so fluid picture: officially the highest refresh rate on any glasses.
And with a 57-degree field of view, strong electrochromic lenses and a comfortable fit, these are easily the best premium specs for an all-immersive gaming experience. — Jason England
Xreal 1S + Neo hub
The Xreal 1S has just been announced, but I’ve been testing them for a while and — being real — they’re the best AR glasses for most folks to buy. Plus, a sequel product that is actually cheaper than the original? That’s a rarity, but at $449, not only is it cheaper than the Xreal One, it’s also better too.
There’s a wider field of view at 52 degrees, the aspect ratio is now 16:10 for a bigger 1200p panel for productivity, and there’s even a 2D-to-3D content conversion tool that works in real-time directly on the glasses. Pair it with a Neo Hub, and you have a pair of AR glasses that actually work with the Nintendo Switch 2.
Yes, there are cheaper options for first timers for sure, and there are other glasses with sharper specs like HDR. But for the all-round great experience, there’s nothing better right now at this kind of affordability. — Jason England
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