Google Glass is back in the form of Android XR Glasses

Google has finally announced that it's back in the smart glasses game.

As well as its collaboration with Samsung and Qualcomm over the Project Moohan headset (which is coming later this year), the company unveiled a successor to Google Glass.

Currently called Android XR Glasses and also developed with Samsung, the demo models are Gemini-powered and use cameras and a microphone for interaction. As with the new Camera and Screen Sharing mode in the Gemini Live app, the glasses can see the world around you and comment on objects and the surroundings.

You can also chat with Gemini in conversational tones to find out further information.

Live translation is also possible between different languages, with the text translation appearing on the inner lens.

Indeed, with the glasses connected to your phone, the read-out display on the inside of the lens can interact with other apps. Developers will also get the chance to make new apps for the glasses later this year.

When will Android XR Glasses be available?

There's no word yet on when a public version of the Android XR Glasses might be available, but Google has announced that eyewear brands Gentle Monster and Warby Parker will be among the first to design their own versions.

As for Project Moohan, the Apple Vision Pro rivalling headset will be available "later this year". It'll also come with some exclusive experiences, such as a completely 3D, interactive version of Google Maps.

We'll undoubtedly find out more on both products in the coming months – maybe even during the next big Samsung Galaxy Unpacked, when the Korean manufacturer launches its latest foldables.

We'll bring you more as soon as we hear.