Intelligent eyewear is coming this fall
This is an exciting time for Android XR, the platform we’ve built with Samsung and Qualcomm, as Gemini continues to unlock new experiences across headsets, glasses and everything in between.
Today at Google I/O 2026, we shared more about intelligent eyewear: glasses that deliver help in the moment without taking you out of it. There will be two types of intelligent eyewear: audio glasses that offer spoken help in your ear, and display glasses that show you the information you need, right when you need it. Both let you stay hands-free and heads up, and get you help from Gemini just by asking.
Audio glasses are launching first, coming later this fall. Let’s take a closer look.
Stylish on the outside
Audio glasses can only deliver all-day help if they’re stylish and comfortable. That’s why we partnered with Samsung and eyewear brands Gentle Monster and Warby Parker to create eyewear you’ll happily wear all day. Today, we gave a sneak peek at two of the first designs that will launch as part of Gentle Monster and Warby Parker’s full collections later this year.
Intelligent on the inside
Just say “Hey Google” or tap the side of the frame to instantly access Gemini. From there, you can ask questions about the world around you — or ask it to help you execute tasks on your behalf. Here are a few of the features coming to audio glasses.
- 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.
- Stay connected, hands-free: Manage calls, send texts and have Gemini summarize missed messages without reaching for your phone. Or ask to listen to music that complements your environment — all on crisp, clear and private over-ear speakers.
- Capture and edit: Snap high-quality photos and videos instantly. With a single command you can take a picture and use Nano Banana to remove background distractions or playfully transform your images. Try, “Hey Google, take a picture and put everyone in funny hats.”
- Translate speech and writing: Get real-time translations with audio that matches the tone and pitch of the speaker’s voice, or simply look at text on menus and signs to hear a translation.
- Get help with tasks: Gemini Intelligence handles multi-step tasks in the background. Gemini can prepare your coffee order on Doordash while your phone stays in your pocket. All that’s left for you is the final order confirmation.
- Tap into your apps: Order a ride with Uber, learn a new language with Mondly and more, just by using your voice with your phone’s apps. Glasses pair with both Android and iOS phones.
The future of intelligent eyewear has never been more exciting. Stay tuned for more in the coming months.
