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.
Gemini runs in Samsung's eyewear.ConfirmedConfirmed: news.samsung.com
Navigation.
It navigates for you in the lens, hands-free.ConfirmedConfirmed: news.samsung.com
Translation.
It translates speech and writing in the lens.ConfirmedConfirmed: news.samsung.com
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 the maker has not confirmed it.
Do the lenses tint automatically?Yes, the lenses tint themselves. They darken in sunlight on their own. Outlets report this, but the maker has not confirmed it.
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 the maker has not confirmed it.
What does it cost?It costs $379 to $499. That is the list price, before any subscription. Outlets report this, but the maker has not confirmed it.
What kind of screen is it?It uses none; no integrated display. Outlets report this, but the maker has not confirmed it.
Do I need a subscription?No, there is no subscription. The maker has not published this, 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 the maker has not confirmed it.
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 the maker has not confirmed it.
How does it connect?It connects over Bluetooth 5.3 and Wi-Fi. Outlets report this, but the maker has not confirmed it.
How big is the battery?The battery is 155 mAh. Outlets report this, but the maker has not confirmed it.
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 the maker has not confirmed it.
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 the maker has not confirmed it.
Can I get sunglass or clear lenses?You can have either. It is sold as sunglasses and with clear lenses. Outlets report this, but the maker has not confirmed it.
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 the maker has not confirmed it.
Can I hear it without earbuds?Yes, it has open-ear speakers that play out loud. Outlets report this, but the maker has not confirmed it.
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.
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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What Samsung confirmed
Two different battery capacities have been reported and nobody has reconciled them
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55% track record
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How the reporting has spread
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Codename "Jinju", the 2026 display-free model.
Render based on real-life pictures of a testing unit via OnLeaks and Android Headlines. Unverified; not an official Samsung image. Android Headlines
Codename "Jinju", side profile showing temple depth and dual camera placement.
Render based on real-life pictures of a testing unit via OnLeaks and Android Headlines. Unverified; not an official Samsung image. Android Headlines
Codename "Jinju", alternate angle.
Temples notably thinner than Meta Ray-Ban Gen 2; Samsung branding visible on frame. Render based on real-life pictures of a testing unit via OnLeaks and Android Headlines. Unverified; not an official Samsung image. Android Headlines
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.9to5Google · Sep 5, 2024
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.Maeil Business · Nov 15, 2024
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.Google · Dec 12, 2024
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.GalaxyClub · Nov 19, 2025
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.Tom's Guide · 2026
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.GalaxyClub · Jan 13, 2026
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.VR/AR Association · Feb 9, 2026
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.SamMobile · Mar 16, 2026
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.Android Authority · Apr 6, 2026
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.9to5Google · Apr 24, 2026
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.9to5Google · Apr 27, 2026
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.VR.org · Apr 2026
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.Android Authority · May 19, 2026
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.Samsung Display · Jun 16, 2026
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.9to5Google · Jun 30, 2026
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.Samsung Newsroom · Jul 7, 2026
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.WinFuture · Jul 21, 2026
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.Samsung Newsroom · Jul 22, 2026
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.Samsung · Sep 1, 2026
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.Tech Advisor · 2027
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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
THIS PRODUCTSamsung Galaxy GlassesCOMPARE WITHMeta Ray-Ban Gen 2
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.
Should I buy the Samsung Galaxy Glasses?
Wait until it is on sale. The Samsung Galaxy Glasses is not on sale yet. Samsung Galaxy Glasses is announced, not on sale yet. Expected November 2026 (reported window, SamMobile). See the full answer
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?
Samsung has only described pairing with its own phones. Its launch notes say Gemini on the glasses needs a Samsung account, a Google account and a compatible Samsung Galaxy AI phone. Google said at I/O 2026 that glasses pair with both Android and iOS phones, but Samsung has not said its glasses do, so plan on a Galaxy phone.
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. Outlets report this, but the maker has not confirmed it.
Do the lenses tint automatically?
Yes, the lenses tint themselves. They darken in sunlight on their own. Outlets report this, but the maker has not confirmed it.
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 the maker has not confirmed it.
What does it cost?
It costs $379 to $499. That is the list price, before any subscription. Outlets report this, but the maker has not confirmed it.
What kind of screen is it?
It uses none; no integrated display. Outlets report this, but the maker has not confirmed it.
Do I need a subscription?
No, there is no subscription. The maker has not published this, 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 the maker has not confirmed it.
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 the maker has not confirmed it.
How does it connect?
It connects over Bluetooth 5.3 and Wi-Fi. Outlets report this, but the maker has not confirmed it.
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 the maker has not confirmed it.
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 the maker has not confirmed it.
Can I get sunglass or clear lenses?
You can have either. It is sold as sunglasses and with clear lenses. Outlets report this, but the maker has not confirmed it.
Whose frames are they?
They are made with Gentle Monster, Warby Parker.
Does it have a screen?
No, it has no screen. Outlets report this, but the maker has not confirmed it.
Can I hear it without earbuds?
Yes, it has open-ear speakers that play out loud. Outlets report this, but the maker has not confirmed it.
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.
Battery and charging
How big is the battery?
The battery is 155 mAh. Outlets report this, but the maker has not confirmed it.
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.
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.
How much will the Galaxy Glasses cost?
Not announced. Our estimate is $379–$499. An estimate, not a price from the maker.
SamMobile reports Samsung will launch its smart glasses in November with Gentle Monster, Google and Warby Parker. Samsung has said only that they arrive later this year.
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.
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.
An internal Samsung build adds a Glasses category to the battery widget, alongside Watch, Ring and Buds. It is the plainest sign yet that the phone is being readied for the hardware.
Samsung has now described its Android XR glasses as a companion to a phone four separate times, and the hardware matches the words. There is no display, and the paired handset does the AI work.
Up to nine hours a charge, plus seven more charges from the case. The 155mAh figure that circulated for twenty months measures the cell, not the run time.
Samsung is pitching Galaxy Glasses on phone integration and wearability, with split computing, up to nine hours, Warby Parker and Gentle Monster frames, and a reasonable price.
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 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.
