Reports from Android Headlines have revealed images and specifications for Samsung's forthcoming smart glasses. While their development was anticipated, these apparent photographs provide a first visual glimpse, showcasing a sleek design. The project carries the internal name 'Jinju' and is expected to retail between $380 and $500.
Marking Samsung's entry into the smart glasses market, the device aims to deliver capabilities comparable to the Meta Ray-Bans and upcoming Google Gemini models. It will operate on the Android XR platform for wearables and incorporate deep ties to the Google Gemini AI assistant.
The initial 'Jinju' version reportedly lacks a built-in screen, though a follow-up model slated for 2027 is expected to address that. Codenamed 'Haean,' this future iteration will feature a micro-LED display, enabling functions akin to the Meta Ray-Ban glasses with displays. Pricing for that advanced pair is projected at $600 to $900.
A specific release date for the 'Jinju' glasses remains unclear, but a debut in the latter half of the year seems probable. Samsung's July Unpacked event could offer initial announcements, though a full rollout alongside devices like the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Watch 9 appears improbable.
More realistically, the event might include a preview, followed by an actual debut later on. This approach mirrors Samsung's strategy for the Galaxy XR headset in the previous year.
Additional details suggest the 'Jinju' model will equip a 12-megapixel camera, a Snapdragon AR1 processor, and speakers using directional audio with bone-conduction technology. These features remain provisional and could evolve prior to release. Furthermore, final costs might exceed the estimated range amid worldwide economic pressures and escalating prices for components like memory and storage.