As a gamer, there is no shortage of updates in gaming equipment. To this end, I also shared a peripheral recommendation about the Switch, from the console film, controller stickers, game card storage, to peripheral equipment, memory cards, portable screens, ......
There are also more than 20 kinds of large and small. And among so many gaming equipment, the portable screen should be the thing that has accompanied me the most "long". The reason why I say this is mainly because the portable screen can solve many of the problems I encountered at the beginning.
For example, the TV is occupied by family members, the projector wiring is troublesome, and the screen of the Switch handheld mode is too small, etc. But since last year, I often have to travel because of work, and I deliberately bring a portable screen at this moment, is it a bit too unusual?
However, this is not a difficult task for "deep" gamers, and there are always more ways than difficulties. After many attempts, I found AR glasses to be a good choice. First of all, of course, the improvement of the gaming environment, due to the uniqueness of the AR glasses, the picture can always be centered, and it can bring a shocking experience like a giant screen.
The second is that AR glasses are more portable than portable screens, so that the game space no longer has "regional" limitations, and the progress can be loaded at any time, fragmenting the game process. You can also add third-party programs to complete many entertainment games on AR glasses, and even office work.
Since AR glasses have so much convenience compared to portable screens, what should you pay attention to when buying?
About the purchase of AR glasses
Wearing experience
One of the main advantages of AR glasses over portable screens is that they are not only portable, but also wearable, so the comfort of the product is a key part. Although AR glasses seem to have a glasses structure, most brands on the market are slightly heavier than regular glasses, and the burden on the bridge of the nose and ears will increase accordingly when wearing.
The wearing experience is a more subjective feeling, if you want to "fit" your head, then there must be more parts that can be adjusted by AR glasses. Basic temples and nose pads, such as those are generally adjustable.
Although the weight to be shared by the ears is not large, the right size of the temples does reduce the pressure on the bridge of the nose. Some products even support nose bridge width and angle adjustment, just to make AR glasses suitable for users of different ages. If you can wear it, but it's uncomfortable to wear, it's better not to wear it.
In addition, because the display screen is always centered when wearing AR glasses, we can maintain a head-up view without having to bow our head or find an angle like when using a portable screen, and there will be less pressure on our shoulders and neck.
The screen is displayed
As long as it is a display device, then the picture must be the core indicator. This is the same whether it is a portable screen or AR glasses, but the focus of the two is slightly different. Portable screens are mainly resolution and refresh rate, and AR glasses also have field of view and angular resolution in addition to these two.
Resolution: If you want the image quality to be delicate and detailed, the resolution must be high. It is recommended to reach at least 4K (3840x1080) in both eyes and 1920x1080 in each eye, so that there will be no obvious graininess.
Field of View (FOV): This determines the size of the viewable area and is linked to immersion. The larger the field of view, the wider the field of view, and vice versa, the narrower, and even the left and right sides of the black field. In general, 45° is the basic requirement and 60° is the theoretical standard.
The reason why it is said to be 60° is because the comfortable field of vision of the human eye is 60°, and the peripheral part beyond this range is commonly known as afterglow. Unless you increase the angle of your eyes, you can't see clearly.
Angular resolution (PPD): AR glasses are different from conventional displays in that their clarity is not measured by PPI, but by angular resolution (PPD) based on the optical system. The higher this value, the clearer the optical image. The resolution of the human eye under normal vision is 60 PPD, and the product can reach more than 45, which is an excellent level.
Refresh rate: The value affects the smoothness of the picture, it is recommended to give priority to products with 120Hz high brush, which can eat up the game, viewing and entertainment needs in the market.
Other things to look out for:
For myopia users, lens customization service is better than power adjustment function. This is because myopia is only a "symptom", for example, I am not only myopic but also have astigmatism, so the myopia adjustment does not suit me, and lens customization does not have this problem.
After all, it is a display digital product, which will cause eye fatigue after a long time, so the eye protection function becomes necessary. TÜV Rheinland low blue light, flicker-free, and Eye Comfort certifications are the most basic requirements.
Considering the usage scenario, try to choose a product that can be adapted to more external connections, such as mobile phones, PCs, game consoles, tablets, etc. Covering more products can make AR glasses more worthwhile. Otherwise, the willingness to use AR glasses will be reduced, and it will become idle.
As a wearable device, the battery life of AR glasses will also affect the user experience, and a single use can meet the battery life of more than 4 hours to be considered a pass.
From the above content, it can be seen that compared with portable screens, there are still more key points for the purchase of AR glasses, and it is not just about looking at the appearance, resolution, and color. Instead, there are a series of standards such as wearing, compatibility, clarity, and battery life.
Based on the above criteria and my own situation, I chose an AR glasses that can meet the above standards - Thunderbird Air glasses + magic box + JoyDock fully adaptable package. Next, I will share my experience in the past month, and talk about the difference between AR glasses and portable screens in my eyes.
Thunderbird Air2 glasses
It weighs only 76g
As I said, wearing comes first. The Thunderbird Air2 glasses weigh only 76g, which is a little heavier than the glasses I was wearing, but they are quite lightweight compared to similar products. If it is replaced by a portable screen, then it is definitely a 1kg counterweight to start, and there is no "portable" at all.
The nose pads are made of air capsules, which are soft to the touch and provide good support. Coupled with three levels of range adjustment and a memory metal bracket, it can accommodate a variety of nose bridges of different widths and heights.
The temples also support three-step adjustment, and the inside and outside can be folded 15°, which can not only adapt to different face shapes, but also appropriately reduce the pressure on the temporal region.
In terms of actual wearing experience,ThunderbirdAir2Glasses did not bring me an obvious sense of chuck,Judging from the lack of red marks on the bridge of the nose,The pressure on the front end is very small,It belongs to the front light and heavy rear structure,The overall lightness is not bad。
It is worth mentioning that Thunderbird Air2 glasses provide free glasses dispensing service, and the range of glasses covers myopia within 1000° and astigmatism within 200°. And the lens is magnetic, which is easy to install and remove.
Flagship display quality
The Thunderbird Air2 glasses feature a Sony 0.55-inch Micro OLED low-power display with a pixel density of 4032 PPI and an angular resolution (PPD) value of 49. In addition, it has been corrected by Gamma2.2 color accuracy, and the color effect and picture delicacy are among the top in its class. In addition, the Thunderbird Air2 has passed the triple Rheinland eye protection certification, low blue light, no flicker, and comfortable eyes, which effectively reduces the visual fatigue and damage caused by viewing.
Through the real samples, we can see that the light and dark levels of the picture are clearly distinguished, and the dark details are well restored. From light to deep, it progresses naturally, and there are no faults. (Pure mobile phone shooting)
When you zoom in on the sample of the person, you can clearly see the fluff and lip marks on the skin, and the resolution is remarkable.
With a maximum brightness of 600nit, Thunderbird Air2 glasses can be easily held in both strong and low-light environments, and can adapt to various use environments. Of course, multi-level brightness adjustment is also a plus, and I like to watch anime when the picture is brighter. In terms of brightness, it is indeed much higher than my original portable screen, and my peak is 450nit, which is really ordinary under the light.
At the same time, the refresh rate of Thunderbird Air2 glasses supports 60Hz/120Hz adjustment. For us players, it has been able to meet the needs of most games. Even the current PS5 console has a maximum of 120 fps, while the Switch is 60 fps in console mode.
Giant screen gaming experience
My purpose is to improve the current state of Switch gaming, and in terms of the actual experience of the Thunderbird Air2 glasses, it is indeed far beyond my expectations.
If it used to be, I would plug in the HDMI cable and power cable on the Switch dock and then connect it to the TV. Now the Thunderbird Air2 only needs JoyDock and data cable, and the host mode can be turned on.
The connection of the JoyDock is very simple, just snap the clip to the Switch console, then slide the JoyDock into the track in the direction of the arrow, and finally plug in the data cable, remove the Joy-Con controller, and complete the combination.
Although the connection method is somewhat similar to the portable screen, the Thunderbird Air2 is small in size, and it can be easily taken away with the included storage bag, which has more advantages than the portable screen.
Because the Switch is running in host mode after connecting to Thunderbird Air2, the display resolution has also changed from 720P to 1080P. The picture has changed from 6.2 inches to 201 inches, whether it is a portable screen or a TV, it cannot be compared.
In terms of picture texture,It can't be said that it is too much more than on the TV,But the visual experience is really shocking,The color reproduction is quite excellent。 With the blessing of the AAC speaker unit, the sense of atmosphere has also been further improved, which can not be experienced on the portable screen.
Leap from the island of the first sky and swim the land of Hyrule. Ride on the vibrant Hyrule Grasslands and feel the emptiness of the grasslands. Walking through the dense woods, the surrounding spatial soundstage brings the birds to your ears as a companion. When entering the battle, the low-frequency feedback is quite powerful, and the character's sense of impact has also been taken up a notch.
Thanks to Thunderbird Air2's support for high brushes, in some competitive or action games, there will be no ghosting, and the operation feels quite smooth and silky. The most important thing is that the brightness of the screen is very powerful, which can ensure a relatively bright scene.
Since the JoyDock has a built-in 10,000mAh capacity battery, it can also synchronize its battery life during the combination with the Switch, and it can bring up to four hours to the console.
In terms of interface, the Thunderbird Air2 glasses use Type-C input, which I can connect to the PS5 console through the conversion of the docking station. In the past, at most, I used a projector to play PS5 console games, but now it has become a 201-inch giant curtain, and the visual impact of next-generation games is stronger, and the effect is quite shocking.
Try to open a few PS5 games, the overall light and shadow of the picture are natural, and the characters turn quickly left and right without dragging and stuttering. And the good sound quality experience allows me to get feedback that is not too weak than that of headphones when I play Master.
When the TV set is preempted, the Thunderbird Air2 becomes an excellent choice. What a pleasant thing it is to lie on the sofa and enjoy the view of a giant screen larger than a projector. Not only the game console, but also the Thunderbird Air2 to connect tablets, computers, mobile phones and other devices, it is also an exclusive giant screen.
Other details
Although for me, the main task of the Thunderbird Air2 glasses is to serve the game console. However, the magic box that comes with it also allows me to open up a new way of watching movies outside of the game.
The magic box is equipped with an Android intelligent system, with its own film and television space. By default, it brings together a number of film and television drama platforms, including Kiwi TV, Mango TV, BesTV and Cool Meow, and there is no need to worry about the content ecology.
Through the internal app store, we can also install various third-party applications to add more sources and extended functions to the magic box.
In addition,Magic box also supports multi-platform projection,You can easily realize the wireless projection operation of mobile phones、Tablets and other devices,Let the picture be presented in front of you in the form of a giant screen,Make video members make the best use of things。
After all, it is a digital product, and there will be a certain amount of heat dissipated when it is running. The main hot spot of the Thunderbird Air2 glasses is located in the middle of the right temple, with a peak temperature of 41°C. However, this position is suspended when worn, and does not touch the skin. After wearing it for a long time, there is no need to worry about burning sensation on the face.
Is it worth starting
As an AR product, the advantage of Thunderbird Air2 glasses is not only that they have ultra-clear picture quality, excellent color performance, but also have an excellent wearing experience, with a weight of 76g, it is easy for me to forget its existence during use.
After combining with JoyDock, it can fit perfectly with the Switch, solving the pain point of wanting to experience the big screen when we don't have a "venue".
In addition, we can also use Thunderbird Air2 glasses to directly connect to mobile phones, tablets, computers and other devices, and experience different sides of "digital life" from another perspective. The most important thing is that Thunderbird Air2 has excellent portability, focusing on a play-and-go, fragmented control of game time.
If you're also a gaming party, then AR glasses would be a good choice. If you want to talk about the disadvantages, it may be that the pricing is higher than that of ordinary portable screens. But I've calculated an account,From the perspective of frequency of use,ThunderbirdAir2It can meet the adaptation of various hosts、Handheld、Tablet and mobile phone and other equipment,So that it will not have"Idle"Situation,Portable screen does not have such an advantage,And the atmosphere experience is not comparable with ThunderbirdAir2。
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