Samsung Electronics' first intelligent eyewear, equipped with Google's artificial intelligence (AI) model Gemini, has been unveiled. Design collaborations were conducted with Gentle Monster and Warby Parker. In Korea, 16 models from the Gentle Monster design collaboration will be released.
On the 12th (local time), Samsung Electronics unveiled 30 types of intelligent eyewear in New York, USA, developed in collaboration with Google, Gentle Monster, and Warby Parker. This completes the entire lineup by adding 16 Gentle Monster models and 14 Warby Parker models to the four models previously showcased at Google I/O in May and Galaxy Unpacked in July.
Galaxy Intelligent Eyewear allows users to easily utilize AI in daily life by conversing with real-time Gemini, exploring the surrounding environment, and obtaining information.
Only the Gentle Monster collection will be released in Korea. Prices range from 650,000 won to 700,000 won (VAT included) depending on the model. This is slightly cheaper than Meta Smart Glasses, which start at 690,000 won. In the United States, both Gentle Monster and Warby Parker products will be sold.
The models released in Korea feature Gentle Monster's bold and innovative designs. Based on six design types, various frame colors such as black, gray, and dark red are applied to comprise a total of 16 models.
Users can choose not only the eyewear design and frame color but also lens colors such as clear, black, and brown according to their preferences. Additionally, users with high prescription strengths can have lenses fitted with their prescription at an optician for wear.
Samsung's first intelligent eyewear boasts a lightweight and slim frame of approximately 41g. It has been made lighter by applying a Split Computing structure that processes AI computations in conjunction with Galaxy phones.
The 12-megapixel HDR (High Dynamic Range) camera installed on the left side of the frame provides visual information necessary for AI to understand the surrounding situation, and also supports high-resolution photography and video recording with vivid colors.
Furthermore, two open-type speakers installed on each temple allow users to hear ambient sounds while using call and media viewing functions, as well as AI response features.
Four microphones recognize the user's voice commands to perform various AI assistant functions.
The official launch date is December 10, and pre-sale reservations will begin on that day through official online channels.
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