Gentle Monster's Android XR glasses launch in December, with pre-orders November 12

The first Google smart glasses from an eyewear partner now have a launch month, and orders open in under a week, though Google itself has not confirmed either date.

By iDeviceNov 6, 6:05 PM CT3 min read

What does the Galaxy Glasses have?

Can I get prescription lenses? Yes, you can. The frames can be glazed to your prescription. Through Warby Parker. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
Do the lenses tint automatically? Yes, the lenses tint themselves. They darken in sunlight on their own. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
How good is the camera? It shoots on a 12MP main camera. It has autofocus. The sensor is a Sony IMX681. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
What does it cost? It costs $379 to $499. That is the list price, before any subscription. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
What kind of screen is it? It uses none; no integrated display. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
Do I need a subscription? No, there is no subscription. No official figure is published, so treat it as a best guess.
Does it work with my phone? Yes, it works with an iPhone or an Android phone.
How heavy is it? It weighs 50g.
Is it built for sport? No, it is not built for sport. It is an everyday frame. Nothing stops you wearing it, but it is not made to grip. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
Can I take a photo without using my hands? Yes, you can say the word or press the button. A capture button on the frame, and a spoken command when your hands are full. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
How does it connect? It connects over Bluetooth 5.3 and Wi-Fi. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
How big is the battery? The battery is 155 mAh. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
What chip is inside? It runs on Snapdragon AR1 Gen1.
Which AI assistant does it use? It uses Google Gemini. The assistant is fixed, so you cannot swap it. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
What software does it run? It runs Android XR.
Does it do AR? No, it does not do AR. Nothing is drawn over what you see. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
Can I get sunglass or clear lenses? You can have either. It is sold as sunglasses and with clear lenses. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
Whose frames are they? They are made with Gentle Monster, Warby Parker.
Does it need a battery pack? No, it has a built-in battery. Up to 9 hours on one charge, charging case provides up to 7 additional full charges.
Does it have a screen? No, it has no screen. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
Can I hear it without earbuds? Yes, it has open-ear speakers that play out loud. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
Can I control it with gestures? Only with a paired Galaxy Watch9. Samsung: "Gesture interactions are only provided through Galaxy Watch9." Without the watch, control is the touchpad, buttons and Gemini voice.

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Gentle Monster's version of Samsung's Galaxy Glasses, the "Intelligent Eyewear" line it is building with Samsung and Google, launches in December. The Korean brand posted the date on X alongside a teaser for a Jonathan Glazer short film starring Joaquin Phoenix, and its website, as Engadget reported, puts pre-orders on November 12, the same date Warby Parker appeared to let slip a day earlier.

Google hasn't confirmed either date. These first frames skip a display and lean on audio, with Gemini as the main thing you talk to, so they compete with Meta's Ray-Ban glasses rather than with display models like the Xreal Aura. If you want a pair this year, November 12 is the day to watch, with delivery expected in December.

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Android XR glasses will answer to "Hey Gemini" and can turn on their camera to see what you see

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Gucci and Google Are Building Smart Glasses for 2027

Kering CEO Luca de Meo confirmed Gucci will launch Google-powered smart glasses in 2027 running Android XR and Gemini, making Gucci the first luxury house in a category Meta and EssilorLuxottica just sold 7 million units in last year. The catch is that Gucci's revenue dropped 22% in 2025, the creative director was fired, and the brand is still mid-turnaround under new artistic director Demna.

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Samsung's smart glasses now look set for mid-December, in the US and Korea first

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A refundable $49 deposit now reserves Raven Prism for January

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