Google has revealed a fair number of goodies at this year's I/O event, with the all-new Android XR-based Google Audio glasses taking one of the prime spots on stage as an elegant hardware companion to Google's ever-present and highly capable Gemini models.
Google unveils Android XR-powered Audio Glasses at its I/O
The Google Audio glasses are expected to launch this fall in an aesthetically pleasing form factor, replete with frames designed by Gentle Monster and Warby Parker, and engineered with Samsung's assistance. The glasses pair with Android as well as iOS devices.
The all-new Audio glasses offer a relatively spartan facade, with tons of Gemini-powered productivity features hidden inside:
- You can tap the side of the frame or just say "Hey Google" to ask questions or execute agentic tasks.
- The Gemini-powered Google Audio glasses can help you find reviews for a restaurant you are walking past, or assist you in decoding a confusing parking sign.
- Google Audio glasses always know your location and the direction you are facing, making navigation as natural as being guided by a helpful friend.
- While on the go, you can use Google Audio glasses to manage calls, ask Gemini to send text messages, summarize important information, and play through your favorite music playlist.
- With a single voice-based prompt, you can capture images and videos, and edit them on the go.
- Get real-time audio translations that match the tone and tenor of an ongoing conversation.
- Gemini AI within your Google Audio glasses integrates seamlessly with third-party apps to drive productivity on the go. For instance, you can order a ride via Uber or learn a new language via Mondly, all based on natural language commands.
Of course, Google has also teased another smart glasses variant, this one with a built-in display, and likely to launch next year.
As for Google Audio glasses, we'll likely get pricing details closer to launch, which is tentatively set for this fall.
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