Samsung plots display free glasses in 2026

Samsung moves beyond phones with display free glasses now and an AR model later.

Samsung bets on smart glasses to kick off a new era beyond smartphones

Samsung is preparing its first pair of smart glasses that will not feature an augmented reality display in the initial release. The glasses will include a built in camera, microphones, speakers, and an AI assistant designed to work with Galaxy smartphones. They are intended for everyday wear rather than immersive experiences, letting AI handle tasks currently done on a phone. The glasses are cheaper and simpler to produce than full AR headsets, which could help them reach mainstream users.

A second generation with an AR display is planned for 2027. It would project digital overlays into the real world, potentially rivaling similar efforts from Apple and Meta. Samsung is leveraging its Google Gemini partnership and building its own software ecosystem to control the experience from hardware to app. The move signals a broader push to wearables as the future of mobile computing.

The shift from pocket screens to face worn AI reflects a strategic bet on everyday, hands free interaction. It could reshape product design and revenue for Samsung if the software and privacy framework hold up. The timeline tests market appetite and supply chain readiness while the industry watches for regulatory signals.

If Samsung succeeds in scaling software and addressing privacy and cost concerns, it could steer how people access digital services and AI on the go. The path will require clear consumer value and trustworthy data practices to reach mass adoption.

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