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Google's Android XR smart glasses partners reveal December launch

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Google's partners, Gentle Monster and Warby Parker, have revealed details about upcoming Android XR smart glasses, with Gentle Monster announcing a December launch and pre-orders starting November 12. These glasses aim to compete with Meta's smart glasses and revive the Google Glass concept. The project will offer a display-free, audio-first experience with access to Gemini, and Gentle Monster is releasing a short film directed by Jonathan Glazer starring Joaquin Phoenix to promote the collection. AI

IMPACT Google's Android XR platform aims to integrate AI features like Gemini into consumer eyewear, potentially expanding the reach of AI assistants.

RANK_REASON The article discusses product launches and partnerships related to Google's Android XR platform, but does not originate from a frontier AI lab.

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Google's Android XR smart glasses partners reveal December launch

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Ian Carlos Campbell) ·

    Google's eyewear partners can't keep a lid on its smart glasses plans

    Gentle Monster shared that its "Intelligent Eyewear" will be available to pre-order on November 12.

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