Samsung and Google opened preorders for Gemini-powered smart glasses developed with Warby Parker and Gentle Monster, with prices starting at $395.
According to TechRepublic, the Intelligent Eyewear series merges Samsung’s physical build with Google’s Gemini assistant to field inquiries, offer navigation, and manage daily chores without needing users to pick up their phones.
Preorders opened on November 12, ahead of a scheduled December 10 general release in the US. The hardware relies on a Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 processor and weighs around 41 grams. Each pair includes a 12-megapixel camera, four microphones, and open-ear speakers.
Users can expect as many as nine hours of battery power per charge, extending up to 72 hours when using the charging case, per Samsung’s estimates. Unlike display-equipped Android XR glasses, these models have no built-in screen, relying instead on audio responses delivered through the open-ear speakers.
Two eyewear collections offer 30 variations across nine distinct frame styles with different colors and lens options. Warby Parker features the Alden, Reid, and Wren styles across 14 variations starting at $395, offering prescription, nonprescription, and sunglass lenses, including light-responsive options.
Gentle Monster offers six sculptural designs with 16 variations priced between $449 and $489, with prescription lenses available for most models. Gentle Monster’s lineup will also launch in South Korea on December 10 alongside the US general availability.
Prospective buyers face an important catch regarding smartphone compatibility, as some of the most useful AI features will not work with every compatible device. Supported handsets include eligible Samsung Galaxy S and Z models running One UI 9.0 or later, Pixel 7 series and newer models running Android 17 with the September 2026 update or later, and Apple iPhone models with at least 6GB of RAM running iOS 26.6 or later.
Compatibility does not guarantee access to every feature at launch. Guided Vision and the Aira visual assistance service are restricted to Android devices. An iPhone owner with a compatible handset may still find themselves unable to use Guided Vision or Aira.
Users must also be at least 18 years old and have an eligible Google account associated with the US or South Korea. Google does not recommend Guided Vision as a replacement for a white cane or other mobility aid.
