# Samsung Galaxy Glasses

The text version of the iDevice Guide at https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/samsung-galaxy-glasses/roadmap. Same data as the page, last updated 2026-10-01.

> Samsung Galaxy Glasses release this fall in select markets, no exact date yet. No price either; reports say $379 to $499.

- Status: Announced, not yet shipping
- Reported price: $379–$499 (From published reporting.) Source: [Android Central](https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/samsungs-galaxy-glasses-leak-is-a-direct-shot-at-meta-ray-bans-crown).
- Ships November 2026 (source: [SamMobile](https://www.sammobile.com/news/samsung-galaxy-glasses-everything-to-know/))
- Announced Jul 22, 2026
- Guide: https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/samsung-galaxy-glasses/roadmap
- Last updated: 2026-10-01

## What will it have?

- **Will I need a subscription?** No, we do not expect one to be required for the core glasses. Gemini runs through your Google account, while Warby Parker says some features may use subscriptions, so paid extras could still exist. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/samsung-galaxy-glasses/roadmap#can-will-i-need-a-subscription))
- **Will it cost more?** Yes, probably. Reports put the display-free glasses between $379 and $499, and we expect Samsung to land near $499. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/samsung-galaxy-glasses/roadmap#can-will-it-cost-more))
- **Will it work with my phone?** Yes, including an iPhone. Digital Trends reports Android XR pairing with iPhone as well as Galaxy phones, though some Galaxy AI features may stay Android only. We expect the Gemini core to work either way. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/samsung-galaxy-glasses/roadmap#can-will-it-work-with-my-phone))
- **Will the screen change?** No. Fourteen reports agree the first generation has no display: audio, camera and Gemini, with nothing to read. A micro-LED display model is reported for 2027 at $600 to $900. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/samsung-galaxy-glasses/roadmap#can-will-the-screen-change))
- **Will it be lighter?** No, about the same. Tom's Guide reports roughly 50 grams, close to Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2, and we expect the finished frames to stay around that weight. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/samsung-galaxy-glasses/roadmap#can-will-it-be-lighter))
- **Will I get prescription lenses?** Yes. The launch frames come from Warby Parker and Gentle Monster, both of which glaze to prescription in their own stores, and prescription support is confirmed across five reports. We expect that route to open at launch rather than later. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/samsung-galaxy-glasses/roadmap#can-will-i-get-prescription-lenses))
- **Is it built for sport?** No. These are everyday frames from Warby Parker and Gentle Monster rather than sports eyewear. If you want camera glasses made for movement, the Oakley Meta Vanguard is built for it, at $499. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/samsung-galaxy-glasses/roadmap#can-is-it-built-for-sport))
- **Will I take a photo without using my hands?** Yes. SamMobile reports a camera button, a power button and a touchpad on the frame, and Gemini takes the shot on command when your hands are full. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/samsung-galaxy-glasses/roadmap#can-will-i-take-a-photo-without-using-my-hands))
- **Will the camera be better?** It is reported as a single 12MP Sony sensor, the same class Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 uses. Outlets disagree on whether there are one or two lenses, and GalaxyClub reports autofocus, which is unusual here and would beat Meta's fixed focus up close. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/samsung-galaxy-glasses/roadmap#can-will-the-camera-be-better))
- **Will it connect any differently?** No, not much. Reporting puts the glasses at Bluetooth 5.3 and Wi-Fi, and we expect no cellular version. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/samsung-galaxy-glasses/roadmap#can-will-it-connect-any-differently))
- **Will the battery be bigger?** It is reported at 155 mAh, with a second capacity also in circulation and the two never reconciled between outlets. Either way it is a frame-sized cell, and the case is what carries you through a day. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/samsung-galaxy-glasses/roadmap#can-will-the-battery-be-bigger))
- **What colours will it come in?** Reported: The display is reported to show color. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/samsung-galaxy-glasses/roadmap#can-what-colours-will-it-come-in))
- **Will the screen be sharper or brighter?** There is no screen on the first generation, so there is nothing to sharpen. Fourteen reports agree on that. The micro-LED display model is reported for 2027, at $600 to $900. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/samsung-galaxy-glasses/roadmap#can-will-the-screen-be-sharper-or-brighter))
- **Will it get a new chip?** It runs Qualcomm's Snapdragon AR1 at 1.9GHz, on nineteen reports. That is the same platform Ray-Ban Meta runs on, so we expect the difference between them to come from Gemini rather than from silicon. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/samsung-galaxy-glasses/roadmap#can-will-it-get-a-new-chip))

## Questions

### How much will Samsung Galaxy Glasses cost?

Samsung revealed the glasses at Unpacked in July 2026 and still hasn't priced them. The figures in circulation are leaks: $379 to $499 for the display-free model, codename Jinju, and $600 to $900 for the display version, Haean, which is reported for 2027. Source: [Tech Advisor](https://www.techadvisor.com/article/3126077/samsung-galaxy-glasses-release-date-price-design-leak.html). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/samsung-galaxy-glasses/roadmap#faq-how-much-will-samsung-galaxy-glasses-cost))

### When will Samsung Galaxy Glasses be released?

Samsung unveiled its intelligent eyewear on July 22, 2026. The first Gentle Monster and Warby Parker collections are scheduled for fall in select markets, but Samsung has not announced an exact sale date or price. Source: [Samsung Newsroom](https://news.samsung.com/global/interview-galaxy-unpacked-july-2026-intelligent-eyewear-the-first-step-toward-the-next-mobile-ai-interface). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/samsung-galaxy-glasses/roadmap#faq-when-will-samsung-galaxy-glasses-be-released))

### Can bystanders tell when I am recording?

Yes. Samsung confirmed an outward-facing indicator and an inner LED. Removing the glasses disables recording, and blocking the external indicator also stops recording. Source: [Samsung Newsroom](https://news.samsung.com/global/interview-galaxy-unpacked-july-2026-intelligent-eyewear-the-first-step-toward-the-next-mobile-ai-interface). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/samsung-galaxy-glasses/roadmap#faq-can-bystanders-tell-when-i-am-recording))

### How do Galaxy Glasses compare with Meta Ray-Ban?

Camera and up to nine hours of battery life are what Samsung has said publicly; camera count, resolution, autofocus, chip and final weight remain based on outside reports rather than confirmed specs. Samsung's central difference from Meta is Gemini and Galaxy integration rather than a confirmed camera advantage. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/samsung-galaxy-glasses/roadmap#faqs-how-do-galaxy-glasses-compare-with-meta-ray-ban))

### Will Samsung Galaxy Glasses work with iPhone?

Yes. Google confirmed at I/O 2026 that the glasses pair with both Android and iOS phones. Full feature parity between iOS and Android has not been detailed. Source: [Google](https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/platforms/android/android-xr-io-2026/). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/samsung-galaxy-glasses/roadmap#faqs-will-samsung-galaxy-glasses-work-with-iphone))

### Will Galaxy Glasses have a display?

Not in the display-free model (Jinju). The display version, codename Haean, is expected in 2027 with a micro-LED screen at a higher price point, targeting the same tier as Meta Ray-Ban Display. Source: [Tech Advisor](https://www.techadvisor.com/article/3126077/samsung-galaxy-glasses-release-date-price-design-leak.html). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/samsung-galaxy-glasses/roadmap#faqs-will-galaxy-glasses-have-a-display))

### Do Galaxy Glasses support prescription lenses?

Prescription and non-prescription options are expected. Reporting says the glasses will support prescription lenses, and Samsung's eyewear partners include Warby Parker and Gentle Monster. Supported prescriptions, markets and launch availability have not been detailed. Source: [SamMobile](https://www.sammobile.com/news/samsung-smart-glasses-available-more-styles-future/). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/samsung-galaxy-glasses/roadmap#faqs-do-galaxy-glasses-support-prescription-lenses))

### What is the battery life?

Samsung says the glasses provide up to nine hours of active use on a single charge, and that the charging case enables more than seven full recharges. That is Samsung's own figure; other reporting on the battery differs, and we have not seen it independently tested. Source: [Samsung](https://news.samsung.com/global/interview-galaxy-unpacked-july-2026-intelligent-eyewear-the-first-step-toward-the-next-mobile-ai-interface). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/samsung-galaxy-glasses/roadmap#faqs-what-is-the-battery-life))

## Top reports

- **A version with a display is expected to follow in 2027** (Still open.) A micro-LED display model is rumored for 2027 at $600 to $900. First reported by [Tom's Guide](https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/smart-glasses/exclusive-inside-googles-plan-to-win-over-your-face-with-ai-glasses-and-avoid-metas-privacy-missteps) on Jul 16, 2026.
- **Gemini will be the main way you control the glasses** (Right.) Gemini runs navigation, translation, messaging, and visual answers by voice. First reported by [MacRumors](https://www.macrumors.com/2026/05/13/samsung-ai-smart-glasses-july/) on May 13, 2026.
- **Samsung confirmed a camera but not how many or what resolution** (Right.) Samsung confirmed a camera. The lens count is still disputed. First reported by [9to5Google](https://9to5google.com/2026/04/27/samsung-galaxy-glasses-first-leaked-images/) on Apr 27, 2026.
- **The glasses run for nine hours, and the case holds seven more charges** (Right.) Nine hours on a charge. The case holds seven more. First reported by [Mashable](https://mashable.com/tech/samsung-galaxy-unpacked-galaxy-glasses-revealed) on Jul 22, 2026.
- **The glasses are reported to use Qualcomm's Snapdragon AR1 chip** (Right.) It is the same chip Ray-Ban Meta runs on, clocked at 1.9GHz. First reported by [Tom's Guide](https://www.tomsguide.com/computing/smart-glasses/samsung-teases-ai-smart-glasses-but-reveals-memory-shortage-could-get-worse-in-recent-earnings-call) on May 1, 2026.
- **The glasses run Android XR and will pair with an iPhone too** (Still open.) Runs Android XR and pairs with iPhone. Galaxy AI may be Android-only. First reported by [Digital Trends](https://www.digitaltrends.com/cool-tech/samsungs-upcoming-galaxy-glasses-have-leaked-and-the-looks-dont-impress/) on Apr 27, 2026.
- **The glasses are expected to cost between $379 and $499** (Still open.) Samsung has announced no price. A display model is rumored for 2027 at $600 to $900. First reported by [VR.org](https://vr.org/articles/samsung-galaxy-glasses-leak-jinju-haean-one-ui-android-xr) on May 4, 2026.
- **You will need a Galaxy Watch9 to use wrist gestures** (Right.) A Galaxy Watch 9 is required for wrist gestures. First reported by [SammyGuru](https://sammyguru.com/samsung-galaxy-smart-glasses-specs-leak-unpacked-2026/) on Jul 21, 2026.

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## Questions and answers

### Using it

**Can I get prescription lenses?** Yes, you can. The frames can be glazed to your prescription. Through Warby Parker | post-launch review: maker has not settled this; kept (post-launch-facts-review-2026-09-23). Reported by outlets, not confirmed by the maker. Source: Samsung

**Do the lenses tint automatically?** Yes, the lenses tint themselves. They darken in sunlight on their own. Reported by outlets, not confirmed by the maker. Source: Samsung

**How good is the camera?** It shoots on a 12MP main camera. It has autofocus. The sensor is a Sony IMX681. Reported by outlets, not confirmed by the maker. Source: Samsung

**What does it cost?** It costs $379 to $499. That is the list price, before any subscription. Reported by outlets, not confirmed by the maker. Source: Samsung

**What kind of screen is it?** It uses none; no integrated display. Reported by outlets, not confirmed by the maker. Source: Samsung

**Do I need a subscription?** No, there is no subscription. An estimate, not a published figure. Source: Samsung

**Does it work with my phone?** Yes, it works with an iPhone or an Android phone. Source: Samsung

**How heavy is it?** It weighs 50g. Source: Samsung

**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. Reported by outlets, not confirmed by the maker. Source: Samsung

**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. Reported by outlets, not confirmed by the maker. Source: Samsung

**How does it connect?** It connects over Bluetooth 5.3 and Wi-Fi. Reported by outlets, not confirmed by the maker. Source: Samsung

**What chip is inside?** It runs on Snapdragon AR1 Gen1. Source: Samsung

**Which AI assistant does it use?** It uses Google Gemini. The assistant is fixed, so you cannot swap it. Reported by outlets, not confirmed by the maker. Source: Samsung

**What software does it run?** It runs Android XR. Source: Samsung

**Does it do AR?** No, it does not do AR. Nothing is drawn over what you see. Reported by outlets, not confirmed by the maker. Source: Samsung

**Can I get sunglass or clear lenses?** You can have either. It is sold as sunglasses and with clear lenses. Reported by outlets, not confirmed by the maker. Source: Samsung

**Whose frames are they?** They are made with Gentle Monster · Warby Parker. Source: Samsung

**Does it have a screen?** No, it has no screen. Reported by outlets, not confirmed by the maker. Source: Samsung

**Can I hear it without earbuds?** Yes, it has open-ear speakers that play out loud. Reported by outlets, not confirmed by the maker. Source: Samsung

**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. Source: Samsung

### Battery and charging

**How big is the battery?** The battery is 155 mAh. Reported by outlets, not confirmed by the maker. Source: Samsung

**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. Source: Samsung

### Price and models

**When will the Galaxy Glasses come out?** Expected November 2026. It was announced July 22, 2026 and is not on sale yet. Basis: reported. Source: iDevice

**How much will the Galaxy Glasses cost?** Not announced. Our estimate is $379–$499. An estimate, not a price from the maker. Source: iDevice