# Google and Samsung's smart glasses are on sale

> Nearly two years after announcing Android XR, Google and Samsung have launched Intelligent Eyewear through Warby Parker and Gentle Monster, starting at $395.
- Title: Google and Samsung's smart glasses are on sale · WIRED
- Summary: Nearly two years after announcing Android XR, Google and Samsung have launched Intelligent Eyewear through Warby Parker and Gentle Monster, starting at $395.
- Keywords: google, samsung, android xr, intelligent eyewear, warby parker, gentle monster, smart glasses, gemini, meta, ray-ban, WIRED
- Source: WIRED — https://wired.com/story/google-samsung-intelligent-eyewear-launch-warby-parker-gentle-monster-smart-glasses
- Author: Julian Chokkattu
- Published: 2026-11-12T14:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 2 min
- Topics: google, samsung, android xr, intelligent eyewear, warby parker, gentle monster, smart glasses, gemini, meta, ray-ban
## Two years in the making
Google and Samsung have launched Intelligent Eyewear smart glasses nearly two years after first announcing the Android XR platform that powers the hardware.
## A partnership with eyewear brands
Warby Parker and Gentle Monster designed and fitted the glasses, similar to how Meta partnered with Ray-Ban. Google and Samsung leverage their retail expertise and brick-and-mortar presence.
## Warby Parker pricing and styles
Warby Parker frames start at three hundred ninety five dollars and come in three styles: Alden, Reid, and Wren, as optical or sunglasses with prescription options.
## Gentle Monster pricing and designs
Gentle Monster glasses start at four hundred forty nine dollars and come in six designs with various colors, tints, and prescription options for most frames.
## Hardware specs and battery
The glasses weigh around forty one grams, have a nine hour battery life, and include a charging case that recharges them up to seven times.
## Camera and recording features
A twelve megapixel camera with LED indicator shows when recording. A button captures photos and ninety second videos at up to three K resolution.
## Gemini as the primary assistant
The glasses support the Hey Gemini hotword, distinguishing them as Gemini's optimal form. You can also use Hey Google if preferred.

> It's really you and Gemini going through your day together, so it was feeling a little dissonant for us. You're not talking to Google, you're talking to Gemini.
## Limited phone compatibility
The glasses work only with Pixel seven or newer, Galaxy S or Z Fold running One UI nine point zero or higher, and iPhone thirteen Pro or newer.
## Future display glasses coming
Google has previewed Intelligent Eyewear with displays built into lenses for navigation and captions. They are being tested by non-Googlers and remain on the road map.
## Privacy protections against misuse
Tamper detection stops recording if you block the LED indicator. Visuals from Gemini are not saved in history, used for training, or targeted ads. Faces are automatically redacted.
## Gemini capabilities on the glasses
Ask Gemini to identify posters, add events to calendars, create shopping lists, build travel itineraries, translate languages in real time, or describe items for accessibility.
## Wrist control coming early next year
Early next year, users can control music playback and activate Gemini on the glasses using gestures on Fitbit Air or Google Pixel Watch from their wrist.
## Pop-up demos in New York City
Warby Parker and Gentle Monster are launching pop-up experiences in New York City this week running about a month, letting people demo Gemini capabilities with nonprescription glasses.

> These are the original wearables that have been around for hundreds of years. A lot of people start by getting an eye exam in one of our stores, and then come in, do a demo, buy these.
## Key takeaway

Google and Samsung launched Intelligent Eyewear smart glasses through Warby Parker and Gentle Monster, with preorders starting now and sales beginning December ten.