Google takes a page out of Meta’s book, announces new audio-powered smart glasses

In a bold move, Google is re-entering the realm of smart glasses. During the recent Google I/O event, the tech giant revealed an exciting collaboration with Warby Parker and Gentle Monster to launch a new series of AI-enabled audio glasses. These innovative devices are designed to seamlessly connect with both Android and iOS platforms, developed in conjunction with Samsung. Google has announced that these glasses will hit the market later this year. Dubbed "audio glasses," they will allow users to interact through voice commands, tapping into Google’s extensive ecosystem of applications and services, including the new Gemini. The showcased demo featured a Google employee effortlessly ordering coffee by simply speaking to the glasses, illustrating the convenience and functionality of the device. Google’s history with smart glasses has been tumultuous, dating back to the much-criticized Google Glass, which gave rise to the term “glassholes.” However, the landscape for smart glasses has evolved significantly, with major players like Meta and numerous startups now investing heavily in this technology.