Hands-On With All of Google’s New Upcoming Android XR Smart Glasses
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Google has unveiled its upcoming Android XR-powered smart glasses, co-developed with Samsung and designed by Warby Parker and Gentle Monster. The glasses will feature audio capabilities and advanced optics, with the first models set to launch later this year. Users can expect functionalities like voice translation and interactive features powered by Google's Gemini assistant.
- ▪Google's smart glasses are powered by its Android XR platform and are being developed in collaboration with Samsung.
- ▪The first models, which will be audio-only, are expected to launch later this year, followed by versions with displays.
- ▪The glasses will utilize Google's Visual Positioning System for navigation and include features like voice translation and photo editing.
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Julian ChokkattuBoone AshworthGearMay 19, 2026 1:45 PMHands-On With All of Google’s New Upcoming Android XR Smart GlassesHere's your first look at smart glasses coming from Warby Parker and Gentle Monster, powered by Google and Samsung's XR platform.Photograph: Julian Chokkattu/WIREDCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyGoogle has been teasing its Android XR-powered smart glasses for the past year and a half—ever since it first announced the new mixed reality platform in December of 2024.
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