Preorders for smart glasses built by Samsung, Google to begin on Thu.
What happened
Samsung and Google announced that preorders for their new AI-powered smart glasses will open on November 12. The glasses, called Intelligent Eyewear, were developed in partnership with Gentle Monster and Warby Parker. They use Google's Android XR platform and Gemini AI system to provide hands-free features like voice commands and visual recognition. The official launch of the product is expected in December.
Key details
- Preorders start November 12, 2026.
- Developed with Gentle Monster (South Korea) and Warby Parker (U.S.).
- Features include real-time translation, navigation, and object recognition.
- Runs on Android XR and uses Gemini generative AI.
- Meta currently holds over 80% of the global AI glasses market by shipments.
Why it matters
Consumers interested in AI-enabled eyewear will have a new option from Samsung and Google, offering hands-free assistance and real-time translation without needing to use a smartphone. The launch introduces new competition for Meta, which currently dominates the market, potentially affecting market share and product choices for buyers. Companies in the AI eyewear sector may face increased pressure to innovate and adjust pricing as a result of this new entry.