A recent report has brought exciting news for technology enthusiasts regarding the anticipated Android XR smart glasses prototype that Google showcased. According to various sources, these innovative glasses are expected to be released under Samsung's brand as early as next year, which is a bit later than previously speculated by other reports.

Since December 2024, Google has been teasing the potential of Android XR through a set of smart glasses, although the details have been somewhat limited. The most comprehensive demonstration of the glasses occurred just this week at the TED2025 conference, where Shahram Izadi, Googles Vice President, provided insights into the glasses' features. Unfortunately, the demo remains behind a paywall, keeping many interested viewers in suspense.

Despite the buzz surrounding the glasses, Google has not yet made any formal announcements regarding their launch. Instead, it appears that Samsung is taking the lead in bringing this product to market. Earlier reports, along with teasers from Samsung itself, have indicated that the tech giant is poised to unveil its own smart glasses equipped with Android XR technology.

The Korea Economic Daily has now confirmed that the glasses Google has been highlighting are indeed a prototype of the product Samsung is set to release in the near future. Insiders familiar with the situation have reported that the two technology powerhouses are collaborating closely to bring these smart glasses to fruition, with plans for a launch occurring next year.

The collaboration was first hinted at during the XR Unlock event, which took place at Googles Campus in New York last December. At this event, Google and Samsung revealed images of the smart glasses that were in the development stages. Shahram Izadi took to the stage wearing a prototype and demonstrated its capabilities, further fueling the excitement around this emerging technology.

Additionally, Samsung is expected to debut another project known as Project Moohan, which is an Android XR headset that has already been showcased in person on two occasions. While there was speculation regarding the potential launch of smart glasses by the end of this year, it seems more likely that Samsung is aiming to reveal them rather than officially launching them before year-end.

As the world shifts towards augmented and virtual reality technologies, the interest surrounding Android XR and these smart glasses continues to grow. The collaboration between Google and Samsung signals a significant step in the advancement of wearable tech, which may soon change the way we interact with digital content.

For those eager to learn more about Android XR, further updates are anticipated as both companies continue to refine their product offerings. Stay tuned for more developments in this exciting domain.

Images: Korea Economic Daily, Axios

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