Samsung has opened pre-orders for its new Samsung smart glasses ahead of its December 10 launch. The wearable runs on Android XR and brings Google’s Gemini AI to a pair of everyday-looking glasses.
The smart glasses are designed to help users get information without pulling out a phone. You can ask Gemini about what you’re looking at, translate signs and menus, and get directions while on the go.
Samsung also packed in features for daily communication. The glasses can read notifications aloud, help manage alerts, support voice replies, and handle calls through built-in speakers and microphones. It can also capture information around you and save it to Samsung Notes.
The device weighs about 41 grams, which is light enough for all-day wear. Inside is a Qualcomm Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 platform, along with a 12MP HDR camera for photos and videos. The battery is rated to last up to nine hours on a single charge.
For privacy, a visible LED light turns on whenever the camera is recording. The camera won’t work if the recording indicator is blocked or not functioning properly. The company also says Gemini automatically hides bystanders’ faces during visual analysis.
Samsung is working with eyewear brands Gentle Monster and Warby Parker for the launch. Prices start at USD 395 (around PHP 25,260 / INR 37,230)for Warby Parker models, while Gentle Monster versions range from USD 449 to USD 489 (PHP 28,720 / INR 42,320 to PHP 31,280 / INR 46,090).
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For now, pre-orders are open in the US and South Korea. If you’re interested in AI wearables, Samsung’s latest smart glasses could give you a glimpse of what comes after the smartphone.
