Smart Glasses|announced

Google Android XR Glasses

AI glasses from Google × Warby Parker × Gentle Monster

Google / Warby Parker / Gentle Monster

ConfirmedTBA (consumer-focused pricing)Expected: 2026

Trend: Rising

HIGH INTEREST

VR Eddie Hype Score

Key Features

/Two models: screen-free and in-lens display

/Warby Parker and Gentle Monster design collaboration

/Gemini AI assistant built in

/Photo capture and voice interaction

/Turn-by-turn directions (display model)

/Live closed captioning (display model)

/Fashion-forward design

Overview

Google announced partnerships with fashion brands Warby Parker and Gentle Monster to create consumer-friendly Android XR smart glasses. Two models are planned: a screen-free version with speakers, microphones, and cameras for Gemini AI communication and photo capture; and a display model with an in-lens display visible only to the wearer for turn-by-turn navigation and closed captions.

Google invested an additional $75 million contingent on Warby Parker hitting production milestones, signaling serious commitment. The collaboration focuses on making AI glasses that people actually want to wear — leveraging fashion expertise rather than pure tech aesthetics.