The Spacetop G1 is an innovation in the world of computing which is a world that is in a state of constant progression. As for the Spacetop G1 laptop, it is a groundbreaking invention that marks a new generation of laptops by changing the conventional look at computing, which lacks a monitor. This innovative approach is based on spatial computing which provides a smooth and rather portable computing experience.
Moving up from there, this article will discuss each and every aspect of the Spacetop G1, its design, and what it possesses in material world and technology and such that will exemplify how the Spacetop G1 is all set out to reform the current day demand and requisites for computing.
What is Spacetop G1 like?
Sightful’s Spacetop G1 is a black slab of a computer that does not have a screen and connects to a pair of AR glasses which can put up applications on a 100-inch virtual desktop surrounding you. It costs $1,900 and that’s not cheap but it does what it promises and offers a glimpse into a world without a screen.
Created by an Israeli firm called Sightful the Spacetop sits wired with a set of Xreal AR glasses that you wear every time you wish to use it. However, instead of a Windows or macOS main desktop, the Spacetop has a very limited operating system called SpaceOS, which appears like a tailored version of Android placed on the user’s vision.
The Spacetop G1 price at $1,900 is a laptop that is shipped together with a pair of augmented reality glasses and after trying the gadget out and having a hold of one of the glasses, I feel like not knowing whether to be happy over the gadget or not.
Price And Release date
Spacetop G1 is slated to start shipping by October 2024. While its price starts at $1,900.
Design and build
The Spacetop G1 is a laptop without monitor. It appears to be cut right at the center of its lid, just above the hinges like someone used an axe to split it.
This is why instead of the full-size display, affixed to the keyboard deck, there is only a neat folding lid that also hosts both the 5MP built-in webcam and the compartment for Xreal AR glasses included into the package.
The case is made of black fabric coupled with a hard covering to protect the glasses and the folded camera at the back.
When you bring the cover forward of the so-called “front shield” over the Spacetop G1 closing it, you get the impression of a sleeved laptop with a rather distinct hump in the middle. Pull it all the way back as if you’re opening a clamshell laptop, and the case flips back and pivots forward, revealing the glasses cubby to you and holding up the camera array, positioned forward toward you.
Full Specifications
Let’s look at it’s full Specifications
Size & Weight
Fits a standard laptop bag with the glasses safely stored in hardcover.
- Min height: 0.51 inches (1.3 cm)
- Max height: 2.44 inches (6.2 cm)
- Width: 11.81 inches (30.0 cm)
- Depth: 9.09 inches (23.1 cm)
- Weight: 3.08 lbs (1.4 kg)
- Glasses weight: 0.18 lbs (85gr)
Chip
- Platform: Qualcomm Snapdragon QCS8550
- CPU: KRYO
- GPU: Adreno 740
- AI: Dual eNPU V3, 48 INT8, 12 FP16 TOPs
Memory & Storage
- Memory: 16 GB LPDDR5
- Storage: 128 GB UFS3.1 (102 GB available)
Battery & Charging
Up to 8 hours of battery for a full day of productivity.
- Battery: 60Wh
- Peripheral ports: 2x USB-C up to 10 Gb/s
- Charge time: From 0% to 85% in less than 2 hours
- Power adapter: Dual Port USB-C, Up to 63W, 110V/220V
Glasses
Crystal clear text rendering fit for a full day of use.
- Type: 2X OLED display panels
- Pixels: 1920×1080 pixels per eye
- Refresh rate: 90Hz
- Field of view (diagonal): 50°
- Pixels per degree (PPD): 44 pixels
- Custom lenses included for most prescriptions: 8.00D to +6.00D
Audio
- glasses speakers: 2X open-ear speakers
- Base speakers: 6W stereo
- Microphone: Optimized for online meetings
Connectivity
- Wi-Fi: Wi‑Fi 7 (802.11abgn/ac/ax/be)
- Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.3
- 5G: 5G/LTE NR Sub-6
- Webcam: Up to 5MP (2592×1944 pixels)
- SIM: eSIM, Nano-SIM card slot
Keyboard & Trackpad
- Keyboard: 79 keys, full-sized us keyboard
- Supported languages: English
- Trackpad: With multi-touch gestures 135 mm (5.31’’) x 85.5 mm (3.36’’)
Mini-display
- Type: Full color OLED
- Pixels: 262×928 pixels
Temperature
- Operating temperature: 50° to 95° F (10° to 35° C)
- Storage temperature: 14° to 113° F (−10° to 45° C)
Operating system
- SPACE OS
Optimized for spatial computing
Conclusion
The Spacetop G1 stands as a groundbreaking device in the world of computing, offering a unique blend of portability, performance, and innovative display technology. Providing a glimpse into the next generation of portable computing solutions. For those looking to embrace the future.