Samsung Galaxy Glasses

Samsung Galaxy Smart GlassesRelease Date, Price & Specs

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Samsung's first smart glasses go on sale in fall 2026 in select markets, with no exact date or price yet. Samsung unveiled the Android XR eyewear at Galaxy Unpacked on July 22, developed with Google and shown in two designs from Gentle Monster and Warby Parker. Gemini handles hands-free navigation, translation, capture and contextual assistance.
Status
Announced
Ships
Before the end of 2026
Price
$379–$499
REPORTED PRICE
$379-$499
SEP 30 · LATEST ON SAMSUNG GALAXY GLASSES
Samsung's Galaxy Glasses turn up at the FCC in two styles

Two Samsung glasses models, SM-O200J and SM-O200P, are in the FCC database with nine more codes between them. Samsung still hasn't given a date or a price.

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Best for

AI assistant.
Gemini runs in Samsung's eyewear.Confirmed: news.samsung.com
Navigation.
It navigates for you in the lens, hands-free.Confirmed: news.samsung.com
Translation.
It translates speech and writing in the lens.Confirmed: news.samsung.com

What does the Galaxy Glasses have?

What to expect

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  1. A version with a display is expected to follow in 2027

    A micro-LED display model is rumored for 2027 at $600 to $900.

    Confirmed
    1 source → 7 outlets
  2. The glasses are expected to cost between $379 and $499

    Samsung has announced no price. A display model is rumored for 2027 at $600 to $900.

    Reported
    71% track record
    1 source → 6 outlets
  3. Two Samsung glasses models have turned up in the FCC database, SM-O200J and SM-O200P

    Two styles have reached the FCC, which usually means launch is close

    Reported
    66% track record
    2 outlets

Comparison

Compare smart glasses

How it compares

Cost over 3 years

$379

Device price plus up to three years of optional subscription.

Weight

~50g

Grams on your face. Lower is lighter.

Battery life

~9 hrs

How long it lasts on its own, away from a charger.

Cost over 3 years

Samsung Galaxy Glasses
$379 · soon
Meta Glasses
$299 → $1,019
Rokid AI Glasses Style
$299
Solos AirGo V2
$299 → $767
RayNeo Air 4 Pro
$299

Weight

Battery life

Even Realities G2
~2 days
RayNeo iO
~2 days
Solos AirGo V2
~16 hrs

DeviceOptional subscription

Weights are for the frame as sold, without a case or a charger.

Battery life can vary based on usage, settings and firmware version.

If not this one

Samsung Galaxy Glasses is our pick for the assistant, navigation and translation. Where it does not lead, here is what does, and why you would switch.

  • If you want to play games on itRayNeo Air 4 Pro

    It runs a 120Hz display, and there is a Switch bundle.

    $299
  • If the camera decides itSolos AirGo V2

    The frames take photos and record video.

    $299
  • If it has to hold up at workMemoMind One

    A binocular waveguide display shows you reminders and teleprompter text.

    $399

Quick answers

All FAQs

Quick answers

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.
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.
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.

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Sep 5, 2024 · First sign of it
Qualcomm CEO hints at Google and Samsung smart glasses
9to5Google reported Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon referencing companion smart glasses Google and Samsung were developing together, the first public signal of what would become Galaxy Glasses, months before Android XR was formally announced.
Nov 15, 2024 · First specs reported
Wellsen XR supply-chain note: chip, no display, 12MP camera
A Wellsen XR supply-chain research note, surfaced in Korea's Maeil Business, put the first real specifications on record more than a year and a half before Samsung took the stage: a Qualcomm chip, no display, a 12MP Sony IMX681 camera, roughly 50 grams, and gesture control. It remains the earliest detailed report.
Dec 12, 2024 · Others confirmed it
Google and Samsung announce Android XR
Google and Samsung jointly announced Android XR, the platform underpinning both the Project Moohan headset and Samsung's planned glasses. Qualcomm silicon was confirmed as part of the platform architecture.
Nov 19, 2025 · Design and hardware
GalaxyClub leaks the first model number and photochromic lenses
GalaxyClub published the first model number, SM-O200P, and reported photochromic transition lenses that darken in sunlight, along with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. It was the first fresh hardware detail to surface after a long quiet stretch.
2026 · First sign of it
Google plans a trusted-tester program for display glasses
Ahead of the display-equipped Haean model, Google plans to open a trusted-tester program for its Intelligent Eyewear lineup sometime this year, per a Tom's Guide exclusive.
Jan 13, 2026 · Design and hardware
GalaxyClub: cameras autofocus, and a second model appears
GalaxyClub reported that the 12MP camera has autofocus, unusual for smart glasses, and revealed a second model number, SM-O200J, alongside the SM-O200P from November.
Feb 9, 2026 · Others confirmed it
Samsung's Q4 earnings call confirms smart glasses for 2026
Samsung confirmed smart glasses launching in 2026 during its Q4 2025 earnings call, built on Android XR with Qualcomm silicon, independently corroborated by Android Authority and Forbes.
Mar 16, 2026 · Design and hardware
Battery figures diverge: SamMobile reports 245mAh
SamMobile reported a 245mAh battery (part EB-BO200CAY) and a sunglasses variant. The figure conflicts with the 155mAh capacity that has been on record since Wellsen XR's November 2024 note. T3 covered the 245mAh figure two days later, comparing it to Meta Ray-Ban's non-display model. No report has reconciled the two capacities.
Apr 6, 2026 · Design and hardware
Bureau of Indian Standards certification surfaces model numbers
A Bureau of Indian Standards battery certification, reported by Android Authority citing SammyGuru, tied model numbers to the glasses project, the first regulatory-filing-based confirmation rather than a leak.
Apr 24, 2026 · Design and hardware
Software builds reveal glasses integration under 'One UI 9'
9to5Google reported Galaxy Glasses software integration appearing in Android builds, initially referencing 'One UI 9' as the internal branding. A separate teardown the same week showed touchpad controls, a camera button, and dual LED indicators baked into the software ahead of launch.
Apr 27, 2026 · Design and hardware
Marketing renders leak: design, and a spec sheet
Leaked renders based on real testing-unit photos, surfaced via Android Headlines, showed slim temples and a display-free design. The accompanying spec sheet listed a 12MP Sony IMX681 sensor, a 155mAh battery, roughly 50 grams and a Qualcomm Snapdragon AR1 chip. Several of those figures predate this leak: the sensor and battery trace to November 2024 reports, and photochromic lenses to a November 2025 GalaxyClub report. The camera count is unsettled: the spec sheet lists one camera while other coverage described two modules in the same renders.
Apr 2026 · Others confirmed it
Two-model roadmap confirmed: Jinju (2026) and Haean (2027)
Reporting converged on two distinct models: Jinju, display-free and expected as early as 2026, and Haean, adding a micro-LED display and targeting 2027 at a higher price point.
May 19, 2026 · Others confirmed it
Google I/O 2026: Samsung and Google jointly reveal the glasses, two launch designs named
Samsung and Google jointly revealed the glasses on stage at I/O 2026, naming Warby Parker and Gentle Monster as the two launch frame-design partners. Specs and pricing weren't shared; Samsung said more details would come in the following months. Google confirmed the glasses pair with both Android and iOS; only feature parity between the two has yet to be detailed.
Jun 16, 2026 · Design and hardware
Samsung Display shows a 40,000-nit XR panel at AWE, no product tie confirmed
At AWE USA 2026, Samsung Display showed a 1.3-inch RGB OLEDoS panel reaching 40,000 nits. Samsung Display named no product or customer, and Digital Trends called it 'a flex, not a launch.' Some coverage speculated a link to the display-equipped Haean model, but Haean is separately rumored to use micro-LED, a different technology, so that connection isn't stated as confirmed here.
Jun 30, 2026 · Design and hardware
Leaked companion app confirms 'One UI XR' branding and Galaxy Ring gesture control
SammyGuru published screenshots of the unreleased Galaxy Glasses Manager app, showing the wireless charging case and confirming 'One UI XR' as the final software branding, superseding the earlier 'One UI 9' reference. Buried code strings referencing Galaxy Ring gesture control were the first concrete signal the ring could control the glasses without a frame tap. SamMobile published further hardware and software detail the following day.
Jul 7, 2026 · Others confirmed it
Samsung sends the Unpacked invitation for July 22 in London
Samsung officially invited press to Galaxy Unpacked on July 22, 2026 in London. The invitation named only a new foldable shape and did not mention glasses directly.
Jul 21, 2026 · Design and hardware
WinFuture's full spec dump, hours before Unpacked
One day before Unpacked, WinFuture published the most complete breakdown yet: the Snapdragon AR1 clocked at 1.9GHz, two cameras with Full-HD video capture, and roughly nine hours of runtime, with an autumn 2026 launch.
Jul 22, 2026 · Announced
Samsung unveils its intelligent eyewear at Unpacked
Samsung introduced its intelligent eyewear at Galaxy Unpacked in London, developed with Gentle Monster and Warby Parker and built on the Android XR platform with Gemini. Samsung quoted up to nine hours on a charge plus seven more from the case, a built-in camera and the Snapdragon AR1 Gen1 platform. Samsung did not use the name Galaxy Glasses, and gave no price.
Sep 1, 2026 · Went on sale
Samsung Intelligent Eyewear expected to arrive in fall 2026
Samsung says both eyewear collections arrive in fall 2026. No month or day has been given.
2027 · Others confirmed it
Haean, the display-equipped model, expected to follow
Samsung's roadmap is reported to include a second model, Haean, adding a micro-LED display at $600-900, targeting the same tier as Meta's Ray-Ban Display, arriving after the display-free Jinju model.
◆ Reader prediction

Will Galaxy Glasses actually ship by the end of year?

Samsung showed the glasses at Unpacked but hasn't committed to a ship date.

Resolves "Yes" only if first units reach buyers on or before Dec 31, 2026 — general availability doesn't count.

At a glance

Samsung Galaxy GlassesTHIS PRODUCTSamsung Galaxy GlassesMeta Ray-Ban Gen 2COMPARE WITHMeta Ray-Ban Gen 2
Camera
12MPRumored: Android Central · Jul 11, 2026
12MPConfirmed: Ray-Ban (official) · Jul 11, 2026
Device battery
155mAhConfirmed: Android Police · Jul 15, 2026
8 hrsConfirmed: Meta · Jul 15, 2026
Works with
iOS & Android
iOS & Android
Display
NoRumored: Android Authority · Jul 11, 2026
NoConfirmed: PCMag · Jul 11, 2026
Price
$379–$499
From $379
Case battery
Wireless charging caseRumored: Yahoo Tech · Jul 15, 2026
+48 hrsConfirmed: Meta · Jul 15, 2026
Frame choice
Gentle Monster (bold/disruptive), Warby Parker (classic/timeless)Confirmed: Google · Jul 11, 2026more styles announced at July 22 Unpacked
Wayfarer, Skyler, Headliner, Blayzer Optics, Scriber OpticsRumored: Meta · Jul 11, 2026150+ combinations
Show 14 more specifications
Auto-tint lenses
Photochromic transition lensesRumored: Road to VR · Jul 11, 2026
Transitions lenses (+$80 option)Confirmed: Meta (official) · Jul 11, 2026
Camera-free option
Unknown
NoRumored: Meta (official) · Jul 11, 2026
Video
Yes - press-and-hold camera button starts video recordingRumored: SamMobile · Jul 13, 2026
3K at 30fpsRumored: Ray-Ban (official) · Jul 11, 2026
Connectivity
Bluetooth 5.3Rumored: Road to VR · Jul 11, 2026Wi-Fi
Bluetooth 5.3Confirmed: Meta (official) · Jul 11, 2026Wi-Fi 6
Frame partner
Gentle MonsterConfirmed: Samsung Newsroom · Jul 11, 2026Warby Parker
EssilorLuxottica / Ray-BanRumored: Wikipedia · Jul 11, 2026
Hands-free capture
Camera button (press = photo, hold = video) + voice/GeminiRumored: Android Authority · Jul 11, 2026
Capture button + voice ('Hey Meta')Confirmed: Meta (official) · Jul 11, 2026
Microphones
UndisclosedConfirmed: DigitBin · Jul 13, 2026
5-mic (standard) / 6-mic (Optics frames)Confirmed: UploadVR · Jul 13, 2026
Walking directions
Gemini hands-free turn-by-turn directionsConfirmed: Google (official) · Jul 11, 2026
Audio turn-by-turn walking directions (driving pushed to phone)Confirmed: Meta Help (official) · Jul 11, 2026
Open-ear speakers
Yes - directional open-ear speakersConfirmed: Google (official blog) · Jul 13, 2026
YesConfirmed: Meta Newsroom (about.fb.com) · Jul 13, 20262x open-ear speakers
Prescription lenses
Via Warby ParkerRumored: Digital Trends · Jul 11, 2026
Via LensCrafters & Sunglass HutRumored: LensCrafters · Jul 11, 2026
Ongoing cost
None
OptionalConfirmed: The Verge · Jul 12, 2026$19.99/mo
Live translation
Yes, Gemini live translateConfirmed: Google (official blog) · Jul 13, 2026
YesConfirmed: Meta Newsroom (about.fb.com) · Jul 13, 2026
Visual AI
Ask Gemini about what you seeConfirmed: Google (official) · Jul 11, 2026
Look and ask Meta AI about what you seeConfirmed: Meta (official) · Jul 11, 2026
Water resistance
Unknown
IPX4Confirmed: Meta (official) · Sep 23, 2026
More specs
Processor
Snapdragon AR1 family (QualcommRumored: Tom's Guide · Jul 11, 2026exact variant unconfirmed by Samsung)
Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1Confirmed: Qualcomm · Jul 11, 2026
AI platform
Google GeminiConfirmed: Google · Jul 11, 2026
Meta AIConfirmed: Meta Newsroom · Jul 11, 2026
Ar capable
No
No
Controls
No - buttons + touchpad + Gemini voiceConfirmed: Google (official blog) · Jul 13, 2026
NoRumored: PCMag · Jul 11, 2026touchpad + voice
Recording indicator
Two LEDs - outward (bystanders) + inward (wearer)Rumored: Android Authority · Jul 11, 2026
Capture LEDConfirmed: Meta (official) · Jul 11, 2026
Livestream
Unknown
No (Gen 1 only, per Meta)Rumored: Meta (official) · Jul 11, 2026
Lens sunglasses
YesRumored: Gadget Hacks · Jul 15, 2026
YesConfirmed: Meta · Jul 15, 2026
Lens optical
YesRumored: Gadget Hacks · Jul 15, 2026
YesConfirmed: Ray-Ban (official) · Jul 12, 2026
Sport
No
No
Model choice
No - locked to GeminiRumored: Google (official) · Jul 12, 2026
NoRumored: Ray-Ban/Meta (official) · Jul 12, 2026locked to Meta AI
Software
Android XRRumored: Tom's Guide · Jul 11, 2026
MetaConfirmed: Meta Newsroom · Jul 11, 2026
Battery capacity
155mAhConfirmed: Android Police · Jul 15, 2026
Unknown
Camera focus
autofocusRumored: Android Central · Jul 11, 2026
fixed focusConfirmed: arXiv (Meta) · Jul 11, 2026
Phone needed
No - phone requiredConfirmed: Samsung Newsroom · Jul 11, 2026
NoConfirmed: PCMag · Jul 11, 2026phone required
Battery
Up to 9 hrsConfirmed: 9to5Google · Jul 11, 2026
8 hrsRumored: Meta Newsroom · Jul 11, 2026
Camera
Two camerasRumored: Road to VR · Jul 11, 202612MP Sony IMX681 · autofocus
12MPRumored: TechInsights · Jul 11, 2026

Expected price: about $379–$499

Reported estimate

Price compared to others

Price compared to others

Samsung Galaxy Glasses
$379 · soon
Meta Glasses
$299
Rokid AI Glasses Style
$299
Solos AirGo V2
$299
RayNeo Air 4 Pro
$299
Meta Ray-Ban Gen 2
$379
Available nowEven Realities G2$599Guide News
Available nowMeta Glasses (2026)$299–$399Guide News
Available nowMeta Ray-Ban DisplayFrom $799Guide News
Available nowOakley Meta Vanguard$499Guide News

Frequently asked questions

Questions about Samsung Galaxy Glasses

Top 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Do they work without a phone?
No. Samsung describes the glasses as designed to work as a companion device to a mobile phone.
What is SM-O200P?
SM-O200P and SM-O200J are the model numbers of Samsung's two glasses styles, which have turned up in the FCC database. Android Authority says it is suspected that SM-O200J is the Gentle Monster pair and SM-O200P the Warby Parker pair, but Samsung has not confirmed which is which. The filings also list variants: SM-O201P to SM-O204P under the P model, and five under the J model. Samsung has still given no date or price.

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 Before the end of 2026. It was announced July 22, 2026 and is not on sale yet. Basis: official. 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

Galaxy Glasses will charge at 5W

A UL Demko listing puts the Galaxy Glasses at 5W and names eleven model codes. Samsung still says fall 2026.

Samsung glasses already obey a rule California has not passed

Samsung's AI glasses disable recording if you cover the indicator light, which is close to what California's SB 1130 would require of any camera wearable sold in the state. The bill is not law yet, and the workaround people found on other glasses defeats the light rather than the statute.

Apple Glass faces Meta's privacy hangover

Gurman puts the Apple glasses reveal at WWDC 2027 with release late that year, delayed in part by privacy work aimed squarely at the reputation Meta has earned.

Samsung's Gemini glasses arrive with no price yet

Samsung soft-launched its Android XR glasses at Unpacked with Gemini, four frames from Warby Parker and Gentle Monster, and a privacy light that works like the Ray-Ban Metas.

Google's Answer to Meta's Glasses Privacy Problem

Google's XR lead says the company is designing its Intelligent Eyewear to resist tampering and can detect when someone tries to interfere with the glasses, its answer to the workaround market that let Ray-Ban Meta users disable their recording light.

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