Qualcomm just unveiled the Snapdragon Reality Elite, packing a 160% jump in NPU performance and 60% faster graphics for next-gen headsets. The chip debuts inside Google and Xreal's upcoming Aura glasses this fall, aiming to run Gemini Live multimodality right on device. Preorders are open now.
Google just unveiled its Android XR-powered intelligent eyewear at I/O 2026, kicking off with audio glasses landing this fall. Built with Samsung and styled by Gentle Monster and Warby Parker, the frames let you tap or call on Gemini for real-time translation, visual lookups, and multi-step background tasks across Android and iOS.
Google just detailed its next phase for Android XR, rolling out beta features like PC Connect for Galaxy XR while previewing new hardware coming next year. The upcoming lineup includes Gemini-powered AI glasses developed with partners like Samsung, alongside XREAL's Project Aura wired glasses.
Samsung just unveiled Galaxy XR, the first device running Google’s Android XR platform, priced at $1,799. Powered by multimodal Gemini Live, the headset lets users control spatial apps with their eyes, hands, and voice, while converting 2D media into 3D environments. It is available now in the US and Korea.
Google just shared a closer look at Android XR, bringing Gemini directly onto headsets and lightweight smart glasses. The glasses use cameras and microphones to match your vantage point, demoing live in-person translation and hands-free directions with an optional in-lens display. Google is partnering with Gentle Monster and Warby Parker for consumer frames, with developer access opening later this year.
Google is reportedly planning to unveil a Pinterest-like visual search feature at next week's I/O 2025 conference to defend its lucrative commercial search ads against ChatGPT. The company is also expected to showcase a software development AI agent alongside voice-driven Gemini integrations for Android XR and desktop Chrome.
Google just showed off its Android XR smartglasses in a live public demo at TED. Powered by Gemini, the hardware sports an in-lens color display and can recall where you left a hotel keycard, translate conversations on the fly, and overlay walking directions. Why it matters: It proves multimodal AI is moving to useful everyday eyewear, though consumers likely have to wait until 2026 to buy a pair.
Google just unveiled Android XR, a new operating system built with Samsung for headsets and smart glasses. The platform deeply bakes in Gemini so you can talk about what you see, multitask across virtual screens, and run standard Android apps. Samsung's first headset, Project Moohan, drops next year.
