RayNeo, a TCL-backed company, is back with its sleekest AR wearables yet. The new Air 3s and Air 3s Pro AR glasses officially launched in China today, blending high-end display tech with comfort-focused design at prices starting from 1499 yuan (roughly $205).

Both glasses weigh just 76 grams, and yet they’re packed with hardware you’d usually expect from a much heftier device. Each model features a 0.6-inch 5.5th-gen dual-layer Micro-OLED panel per eye.

These are the same kind of high-end panels used in Apple’s latest iPad Pro, which is notable not just for the name-drop, but for the implications: a peak brightness of 1200 nits, a razor-sharp contrast ratio of 200,000:1, and vivid color coverage with 145% sRGB and 98% DCI-P3. Even color accuracy gets an upgrade, with a reported ΔE < 2, making it viable for more than just Netflix and gaming.

RayNeo’s second-generation Peacock Optical Engine drives the visual experience on both models. It’s a self-developed lens system that now includes a revised light path design, reducing glare by 15% and boosting clarity and immersion.

Users can toggle between five preset color modes: Standard, Movie, Game, Eye Care, and High Brightness, to match their environment or use case. There’s also 3840Hz high-frequency PWM dimming for better eye comfort, and TÜV Rheinland certifications for low blue light and flicker-free visuals.

The Air 3s Pro takes things a step further with an enhanced audio setup. It adds a 3D surround sound system and a “Whisper Mode” designed for private listening. Both versions feature a quad-speaker design tuned by TCL’s in-house acoustic engineers, paired with 11-level volume controls and a 0.7mm speaker stroke with phase cancellation. It’s surprisingly robust audio for something that rests lightly on your face.

Interactivity and comfort are also key design pillars. Both models include an accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity sensor, and geomagnetic sensor to support movement detection and adaptive visuals. Temple arms are adjustable across nine levels, while the front-to-rear weight distribution has been carefully tuned to reduce nose pressure during extended use. Vision correction is supported too, with lens options for up to 1000 degrees of myopia and 800 degrees of hyperopia.

Device compatibility is generous. The glasses connect via USB-C to over 1000 supported devices, including Android smartphones, tablets, laptops, and even game consoles like the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation.

For more universal setups, RayNeo is also selling a new HDMI adapter with built-in power support, priced at 299 yuan ($42), or 199 yuan ($28) when bundled with the glasses.

The Air 3s Pro includes a few bonuses out of the box, a charging adapter and a light-blocking front shield to enhance viewing in brighter environments. Both models come bundled with a carrying case, cleaning cloth, user guide, USB-C cable, and warranty card.

In related news, TCL also unveiled the RayNeo X3 Pro microLED AR glasses earlier today with support for real-time translation.

TCL has launched the RayNeo X3 Pro, a new pair of augmented reality (AR) glasses that include a full-color display, app compatibility, and built-in AI functions. The device serves as the successor to the RayNeo X2 and was first shown publicly at CES earlier this year.

The X3 Pro uses a custom microLED display system developed by TCL. The display projects visuals through a waveguide lens and simulates a 43-inch 3D screen. TCL states that the display reaches a peak brightness of 6,000 nits and maintains an average of 3,500 nits. The lenses are designed to look similar to standard eyeglasses. The device has an IP52 rating for water and dust resistance and weighs 76 grams.

The glasses run on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon AR1 processor. TCL has integrated dual cameras that include a Sony IMX681 sensor and a custom OmniVision sensor. These cameras support AI features such as object recognition, real-time translation, and virtual assistance. The X3 Pro also includes three microphones and two speakers.

The glasses support Android apps through a built-in virtual machine. Users can run apps like Douyin and Bilibili directly on the glasses. TCL designed this feature to address the software limitations that have affected many AR wearables.

The field of view is 30 degrees, and the glasses use 3 degrees-of-freedom (3DOF) head tracking. The X3 Pro also supports gesture controls through Apple Watch integration. The battery has a capacity of 245mAh. TCL says the battery takes 40 minutes to fully charge.

The RayNeo X3 Pro is currently available in China. The retail price is 8,999 yuan (about $1,250). With available subsidies, the price drops to 7,649 yuan (about $1,063). TCL has also released a special edition of the glasses based on the Detective Conan franchise.

In related news, Alcatel has launched its V3 series in India, featuring 120Hz paper-like NXTPAPER displays for an enhanced visual experience, while TCL has announced the addition of Dolby Atmos FlexConnect technology to its 2025 QD-Mini LED TVs.

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TCL‘s Alcatel has officially launched the V3 series in India, introducing three new smartphones: the V3 Ultra 5G, V3 Pro 5G, and V3 Classic 5G. All three models are powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset and support 5G connectivity. Two of the devices, the Ultra and Pro variants, feature TCL’s NXTPAPER display technology, which aims to reduce eye strain by mimicking the look of paper with an anti-glare finish.

The Alcatel V3 Ultra 5G comes with a 6.8-inch Full HD+ NXTPAPER display that offers a 120Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of up to 650 nits. The device includes a stylus, supports NXTPAPER INK mode for reading, and offers a triple camera system with a 108MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP macro camera. A 32MP front camera handles selfies. It includes up to 8GB RAM, 128GB internal storage, and microSD support. The 5010mAh battery supports 33W fast charging.

Alcatel includes a built-in stylus with the V3 Ultra 5G, marking it as the first device in its price range in India to offer this feature. It ships with Android 14 and is eligible for three major OS upgrades and four years of security updates. The V3 Ultra 5G is available in Hyper Blue, Champagne Gold, and Ocean Grey. The 6GB + 128GB model is priced at ₹19,999 (approximately $240), while the 8GB + 128GB version costs ₹21,999 (around $265).

The Alcatel V3 Pro 5G features a 6.7-inch HD+ NXTPAPER display, also with a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 570 nits peak brightness. It includes 8GB RAM and 256GB storage. The rear cameras consist of a 50MP primary sensor and a 5MP ultra-wide camera. The front-facing camera uses an 8MP sensor. The phone has a 5200mAh battery with 18W fast charging and comes with Android 15 out of the box.

It includes stereo speakers, IP54 dust and splash resistance, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. The V3 Pro 5G is offered in Matcha Green and Metallic Grey, priced at ₹17,999 (around $215) for the single 8GB + 256GB variant.

The Alcatel V3 Classic 5G includes a 6.7-inch HD+ LCD with a 120Hz refresh rate. Unlike the other two, it does not feature NXTPAPER technology. It comes with 6GB RAM, 128GB storage, and a dual camera setup featuring a 50MP main sensor and a macro lens. An 8MP front camera handles video calls and selfies.

The phone runs Android 15 and is powered by a 5200mAh battery with 18W charging support. The V3 Classic 5G is available in Halo White and Cosmic Grey. The 4GB + 128GB version is priced at ₹12,999 (around $155), while the 6GB + 128GB model costs ₹14,999 (approximately $180).

In recent news, TCL has introduced Dolby Atmos FlexConnect support to its 2025 QD-Mini LED TV lineup, enhancing the audio experience across select models. Alongside this update, TCL launched the QM8K QD-Mini LED TV featuring a CrystGlow WHVA panel and an ultra-thin ZeroBorder design, combining advanced display technology with sleek aesthetics for an improved viewing experience.