Google and Samsung’s Android XR Smart Glasses Are Finally Here

Google and Samsung have unveiled Android XR smart glasses made with eyewear brands Warby Parker and Gentle Monster. The launch brings Google’s Gemini assistant and camera features into everyday frames, while the retail partners contribute design, fitting and in-store demonstrations.

Preorders are open, with sales starting on 10 December. Warby Parker frames start at $395 and Gentle Monster’s at $449; both use the same hardware, weighing about 41 grams and offering up to nine hours of battery life. The glasses have a 12-megapixel camera, can record videos up to 3K resolution for 90 seconds, and support Gemini voice controls, but work only with selected recent Pixel, Samsung Galaxy and iPhone models. Glasses with built-in displays are still in testing, with no release date announced.