Spacetop Pivots to Software, offers AR Workspace via XREAL Glasses
After initially launching as a screen-less laptop concept, Spacetop is now focusing on software that transforms a Windows laptop into a 100-inch virtual workspace using augmented reality (AR) glasses.
From Hardware to Software: A New Direction
Spacetop, initially conceived as a laptop replacement using AR glasses for visuals, has shifted its strategy. The company has transitioned from hardware growth to software solutions,now offering Spacetop for Windows
. This software connects XREAL AR glasses to a Windows laptop, creating a large, private virtual display.
the Spacetop for Windows Experience
- Virtual Real Estate: Users gain access to a 100-inch virtual screen, eliminating the need for external monitors.
- Enhanced Privacy: the AR display ensures that only the user can see the screen content.
- Business-Focused: The software is designed to enhance productivity for professionals.
Targeting Business Users
Spacetop is positioning its software as a productivity tool for business users.
AR was never built for productivity. The current array of AR workspace solutions are the equivalent of a single, boring, external monitor.Those solutions are perfect for entertainment but not for serious work. They are great for Nintendo Switch or watching a movie on your phone, but when you move to the laptop and get work done, anywhere, AR Glasses are limited.
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The company emphasizes the benefits of a multi-monitor setup in a portable format.
We pack all the benefits of a home office with multiple monitors and massive screen real estate in a laptop form factor. huge bonus with privacy.
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Pricing and Availability
The Spacetop for Windows package, including the AR glasses and software, costs $900. the software is subscription-based, with an annual renewal fee of $200. Prescription lenses for the glasses are available for an additional $50.
Future Plans
While an Apple-compatible version is in development, the company has not announced a target release date.
FAQ
- What is Spacetop for Windows?
- It is software that connects XREAL AR glasses to a Windows laptop to create a 100-inch virtual workspace.
- How much does it cost?
- The package, including glasses and software, costs $900, with a $200 annual subscription fee. Prescription lenses are an additional $50.
- Is there an Apple version?
- An Apple-compatible version is in development, but there is no release date yet.
