Google and Samsung have opened pre-orders for Android XR-powered connected glasses, priced starting at 395 dollars at Warby Parker and 449 dollars at Gentle Monster, with deliveries beginning on December 10 in the United States and South Korea only.
mac4ever.com reported that these frames carry certification for the iPhone. The Intelligent Eyewear lineup features nine distinct models across two designer brands. Warby Parker supplies three options named Alden, Reid, and Wren in optical or solar configurations starting at 395 dollars. Gentle Monster contributes six alternative frames starting at 449 dollars. Prescription lenses require an additional fee for both manufacturers.
Weighing 41 grams, the hardware omits embedded display screens within the lenses. Input relies entirely on voice commands and a 12-megapixel ultra wide-angle camera backed by four microphones and two open-ear speakers. Google claims a battery life of nine hours, while the carrying case provides seven full recharges.
Users initiate functions by speaking a wake phrase to activate Gemini. The assistant can identify objects in the field of view, translate live conversations, or provide Google Maps directions. Privacy safeguards include a blinking indicator light that activates whenever the camera captures photos or video.
Obstructing this indicator disables capture functionality. The system also blurs pedestrian faces and filters voices prior to cloud transmission. Google said that these captured images will not be utilized for model training or targeted advertising.
Despite carrying the Android XR designation, the hardware connects directly with Apple devices. The companion application transfers 90-second photos and videos directly into Apple Photos. Gemini handles phone calls, reads notifications, and transmits messages including iMessages across any iPhone model running iOS from the 13 Pro onward.
Integration with native Android hardware remains restricted during the initial rollout phase. Support requires a minimum of a Pixel 7 or a Galaxy S23 operating on One UI 9. Devices manufactured by Motorola, OnePlus, or Xiaomi lack compatibility until a broader software deployment arrives in 2027. Select capabilities including guided vision or Audible playback remain exclusive to Android initially.
Deliveries commence on December 10, restricted exclusively to the United States and South Korea. European markets receive no allocation or pricing structure at launch.
