According to a new report, Samsung is preparing to introduce the “Galaxy Glasses,” its first glasses with the Android XR operating system , as well as the new Galaxy Watch 9 at the event on July 22. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 and other devices with a foldable screen are also expected to be introduced at the same event .
The report comes from Seoul Economic Daily, which claims that Samsung will launch its first AI-powered glasses, believed to be called “Galaxy Glasses,” at a summer event in London. This date was previously mentioned for the next Unpacked event.
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The report also highlights the partnership with optical company Gentle Monster and cites Android XR as the platform that will support these glasses, despite the fact that this first version looks more like Meta's Ray-Ban glasses - featuring only a speaker, microphones, and a camera without a screen.
The glasses are expected to go on sale “in the third quarter,” which starts in July, well before the event.
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The event will also include the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8, as well as other devices with a book-style foldable screen, while the smartwatch Galaxy Watch 9 . Overall, it is believed to be a significant event in terms of the number of products that will be launched.
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The company has invested heavily in the development of new technologies, and the expected presentation of smart glasses is an important step towards integrating artificial intelligence and augmented reality into everyday life. The alleged collaboration with Gentle Monster, a well-known optical company, shows Samsung's intention to combine technology with style, offering a product that is not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing.
The potential use of Android XR as a platform for these glasses suggests that the company aims to offer an experience that combines augmented reality with the capabilities of artificial intelligence. Although the first version of the glasses will not have a screen, the integration of a speaker, microphones and a camera paves the way for future versions that could offer even more advanced features.
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At the same time, if the tech giant does indeed release the Galaxy Glasses in the third quarter of the year, it means it is ready to compete with other well-known companies.
Overall, the July 22nd event is expected to be one of the most important of the year for the company, as it will present a series of new products that will define the technological trends of the coming months.
