At the Galaxy Unpacked event in London, Samsung demonstrated its first pair of smart glasses. These glasses are designed to resemble everyday accessories and integrate Galaxy AI capabilities.
Technical Specifications and Functionality
The development was conducted in collaboration with Google, Gentle Monster, and Warby Parker. These glasses are equipped with a built-in camera, speakers, and microphones, as well as Google's Gemini assistant. They operate on the Android XR platform and utilize Qualcomm's Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 chip, which is optimized for compact AI-enabled wearable devices.
The main goal of creating these devices is the seamless integration of AI into users' lives. The glasses can summarize long messages, voice information, translate conversations and signs, provide pedestrian directions, and answer questions about objects the user is looking at.
Additional Features and Compatibility
Users can take photos and videos from their point of view, share what they see during a call, or record whiteboard content, saving key information in Samsung Notes. Google confirmed that the glasses will be compatible with both Android phones and iPhones.
Samsung states that up to nine hours of usage is possible on a single charge. An additional case can provide up to seven full recharges, although the actual operating time will depend on the functions used.
Design and Previous Announcements
Two new frame models were presented in London. The Gentle Monster option features a thin black frame with a sharp upper rim, while the brown model from Warby Parker has a slightly raised brow line. These designs were previously shown at the Google I/O conference earlier this year.
Google had previously specified that the first models expected this autumn would be audio glasses, not glasses displaying information directly in front of the user; versions with a display are planned separately. A light signal is provided to indicate camera activity, and Samsung reportedly designed the glasses to prevent recording when this indicator is closed.
Release Information
Samsung has not yet disclosed the price, exact release date, or availability in the UAE.