Samsung Unveils New Smart Glasses with Google, Promising 9-Hour Battery Life
Samsung partners with Google to launch new smart glasses this fall, featuring sleek designs, extended battery life, and familiar AI functionalities.
Key points
- Samsung and Google plan to launch new smart glasses with a 9-hour battery life this fall.
- The glasses feature designs from Gentle Monster and Warby Parker.
- Qualcomm's Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 chip powers the glasses.
Samsung is stepping into the world of smart eyewear with a splash. In partnership with tech giant Google and fashion-forward eyewear brands Gentle Monster and Warby Parker, Samsung has unveiled their upcoming smart glasses, set for release this fall. These aren't just flashy specs; they boast an impressive 9-hour battery life per charge, thanks to the Qualcomm Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 chip. Think of this chip as the brain that powers the latest smart gadgets, including Meta's smart glasses.
The glasses come in two new designs, adding to the two previously revealed. Gentle Monster offers a squared-off black pair, while Warby Parker presents a more rounded, red-brown option. These frames are light, resembling everyday glasses you'd find at any optician. They hide speakers and microphones within the stems, and a camera with an LED indicator sits at the front, keeping them stylish yet functional.
Jaein Choi, executive vice president at Samsung's mobile experience division, hinted at more designs in the pipeline. While exact release dates and prices remain a mystery, Choi confirmed these will be a "premium" product.
Functionality doesn't end at looks. These glasses integrate AI features familiar to many: message summaries, live translations, and navigation guidance. They'll also work with Google Gemini and Samsung's Bixby voice assistants, allowing users to interact through simple voice commands.
In a nod to privacy concerns, the recording LED will alert others when the camera is in use. If the LED is blocked, the glasses won't record, a feature that Samsung hopes will address industry-wide privacy issues, similar to those faced by Meta.
What happens next?
Samsung aims for a fall launch of its new smart glasses, but the exact date and price are still under wraps. For those interested in tech-driven fashion, these glasses might be worth the wait. Keep an eye on this space for updates on availability and pricing.
