Viture Luma Pro

Impressive clarity and mesmerising colour packed into a sleek pair of specs, but beware the import costs

- JASON ENGLAND

When it comes to choosing a pair of AR glasses, wearability, picture quality and versatility all come into play and Viture's latest specs excel in all three regards. It's true that Xreal has a technical advantage with the X1 chip built directly into its One Pro glasses (see opposite), but if you're looking for a comfortable viewing experience with great picture quality, the Luma Pro is absolutely worth considering.

In the US, the Luma Pro costs $499, the same as the standard Xreal One glasses. However, Viture doesn't have a UK distributor, so while you can order these glasses online, you'll need to pay for international shipping plus VAT and import fees, which together push the price close to £500.

Even at that price, the Luma Pro is a very likeable piece of kit. The frames are comfortable and stylish, and the display is stunning. To understand what makes it so special, I need to tell you about the technology behind the Viture Luma Pro. It starts with Sony’s micro-OLED display; this is a little more power-efficient than previous AR displays, so you'll get more battery life out of whichever device you plug these into.