At I/O 2026, Google had a number of Android XR announcements, including a sneak peek at the first two audio-only Samsung glasses with designs from Gentle Monster and Warby Parker.
Google and Samsung refer to this new form factor as “intelligent eyewear.” These “audio glasses” do not have a screen, with all output from the built-in speakers. In terms of input, there are cameras and microphones for Gemini.
To access Gemini, you can “tap the side of the frame” or say the “Hey Google” hotword. Google touts use cases like:
Ask about what you see: Ask Gemini about anything you see. Find reviews for the restaurant you’re walking past, learn the name of that cloud formation up above or quickly decode a confusing parking sign.
Navigate with ease: Glasses know where you’re standing and which direction you’re facing, so they’ll give you natural, turn-by-turn directions. Gemini can also add stops to your route or find nearby restaurants based on your preferences.
