Google AI eyewear

Google announced its largest investment in Germany and a 2026 launch of AI‑powered smart glasses developed with Samsung, Gentle Monster and Warby Parker, the latter securing a $150 million partnership. The first model is audio‑only, enabling conversation with Gemini AI; a second adds an in‑lens micro‑display for navigation, translation and contextual data, both running Android XR. The move follows Sergey Brin’s admission of past Glass failures and aims to capture a share of the projected $30 billion AI‑wearables market, competing with Meta, Snap and Alibaba. Pricing and seamless Gemini integration will be critical for adoption.