Google and Samsung opened preorders on November 12 for their first Gemini smart glasses. Warby Parker styles start at $395. Gentle Monster styles cost $449 to $489. Retail sales begin December 10 in the United States, with Gentle Monster frames also on sale in South Korea.
Below: the Gemini smart glasses price by brand, what the glasses do, which phones work, what the privacy rules say, and what the preorder leaves out. The buying checklist is The Jolt Journal’s own. The Jolt Journal has not worn or tested the glasses.
Gemini smart glasses price and preorder dates
Google calls the product “Intelligent Eyewear” in its announcement. The glasses are designed with Warby Parker and Gentle Monster and engineered with Samsung.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Warby Parker price | From $395, in three styles: Alden, Reid and Wren |
| Gentle Monster price | $449 to $489, depending on the frame, in six styles |
| Preorders opened | November 12, 2026 |
| Retail availability | December 10, 2026 |
| Regions | United States; Gentle Monster also in South Korea |
| Frame variations | 30 in total: 14 from Warby Parker and 16 from Gentle Monster |
- Samsung’s U.S. release notice gives the same prices and dates.
- Prescription lenses are offered, and 9to5Google said no prescription surcharge was listed. The final price may differ from the starting price.
- Warby Parker sells through its website and through guided demos at more than 360 stores, per Google.
Warby Parker first named November 12 on its November 5 earnings call, per 9to5Google.
What the Gemini smart glasses do
The Gemini smart glasses have a camera, speakers and microphones. They do not have a display. Nothing is projected onto the lenses, per Talk Android, which cited Samsung. Users talk to Gemini or tap the frame.
| Feature | What Google and Samsung say |
|---|---|
| Ask about surroundings | Say “Hey Gemini” to ask about a landmark, poster or object |
| Navigation | Google Maps turn-by-turn directions through the speakers |
| Translation | Real-time speech translation in more than 70 languages |
| Notes | Capture a whiteboard, have Gemini summarize it, save it to Samsung Notes |
| Calls and messages | Handled hands-free on the Gemini smart glasses; notifications can be summarized and read aloud |
| Music | YouTube Music, Spotify, Apple Music and Audible (Audible is Android-only at launch) |
| Accessibility | Guided Vision audio descriptions and Aira Explorer; Android-only at launch |
Gemini needs an internet connection and a Google Account, Samsung said. Samsung also noted that features, languages and accuracy can vary by country, device and subscription.
Gemini smart glasses specs
| Spec | Figure |
|---|---|
| Weight | About 41 grams (40 to 44 grams by model) |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1, with some work offloaded to the phone |
| Camera | 12MP HDR; video at 3K 30fps or 1080p |
| Audio | Two open-ear speakers and four microphones |
| Memory and storage | 2GB RAM, 64GB storage |
| Battery | 245mAh; up to nine hours per charge |
| Charging case | Up to 72 hours total, or seven recharges, per Samsung and Google |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Water resistance | IPX4 |
The nine-hour figure is “up to.” Samsung said it reflects a mix of Gemini use, music, video capture and notifications, so results will vary.
Which phones work with the Gemini smart glasses
Compatibility is the main limit. Samsung’s notice and Google’s post list these phones.
| Phone | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Google Pixel | Pixel 7 series and newer, on the Android 17 September 2026 update or later |
| Samsung Galaxy | S series, S FE, Z Fold, Z Flip and Fold Ultra, on One UI 9.0 or later |
| iPhone | iPhone 13 Pro and newer; Samsung adds a 6GB RAM minimum and iOS 26.6 or later |
| Not supported | Galaxy A-series and other Android brands, per Talk Android |
Guided Vision, Aira and Audible work only with a compatible Android phone at launch. The Jolt Journal found no statement on whether iPhone users get every other feature.
The site’s report on the XREAL AURA Android XR glasses covers a different, display-based product on the same platform.
Privacy rules for the Gemini smart glasses
Google and Samsung list several controls. They are the companies’ claims, not test results.
- Recording light. A light shows when the camera captures. The glasses are designed to stop recording if it is covered or disabled.
- Wear detection. The camera turns off when the glasses are removed, per Samsung.
- Face blurring. Bystanders’ faces are redacted before Gemini processes a visual query.
- Data use. Google says camera visuals are not saved to Gemini History, used to train models, or used to target ads.
- Age limit. Users must be 18 or older and verify it to activate the glasses.
- Off switch. Every pair has a physical switch, per Google.
The Next Web reported that a $2 sticker has reportedly defeated the recording light on Meta’s glasses, and that Google has banned such accessories from its shopping and ad platforms. The Jolt Journal could not confirm that claim independently.
Gemini smart glasses versus Meta
The Next Web said Meta sells its own-brand glasses from $299 and shipped 81% of AI glasses in the first half of the year. Android Central’s headline called the new glasses cheaper than Meta’s. Its body did not name a Meta model, so the comparison depends on which Meta glasses are meant. Prescription lenses, frame choice and phone compatibility also change the real price.
A checklist before you preorder Gemini smart glasses
These are The Jolt Journal’s suggestions, not Google’s or Samsung’s guidance.
- Check your phone first. An unsupported model means the glasses will not pair. Check the exact model and software version.
- Price your prescription. Add lens options before comparing the $395 and $449 starting prices.
- Check the Google Account. Google requires an 18+ account from the United States or South Korea.
- Decide if you need a display. The Gemini smart glasses have none. WIRED, as summarized by Digg, reported that display versions are planned, with no date given.
- Read the return policy. The retailer sets it, not Google. Try a pair at a store demo if you can.
- Know your Gemini plan. Samsung said features may vary by subscription. The Jolt Journal’s report on Google AI Plus losing Gemini Pro shows how Google’s plan rules shift.
What is not known about the Gemini smart glasses
- How the Gemini smart glasses perform in independent tests of battery, camera and audio.
- Prescription lens pricing and any surcharge.
- When Gemini smart glasses with a display will arrive.
- Whether the features match across Android and iPhone.
- When the glasses reach countries beyond the United States and South Korea. Samsung has not announced a date.
- Exact delivery dates for preorders; Warby Parker said only “holiday season” earlier this month.
Editor’s take
Editor’s take: At $395 to $489, the Gemini smart glasses undercut display-based glasses by a wide margin, but they give up the display. The phone list is short, and independent reviews do not exist yet. Buyers with a supported phone who mainly want voice help, photos and directions have a clear product to consider. Others may prefer to wait for reviews before December 10.
This article is for general information, based on Google, Samsung, 9to5Google, Talk Android, The Next Web and Android Central as of November 13, 2026. The Jolt Journal did not test the glasses. Prices, features and availability may change.
