WWDC 2026 Live Recap: Everything Announced
…just showed off its Android XR smart glasses powered by Gemini AI at its developer conference, Google I/O, last month. One version of the smart specs will be on sale later…
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Google is expected to debut its AI-powered Android XR smart glasses, rivaling Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses. Google first teased the return of smart glasses at its I/O keynote in 2024 (remember Google Glasses?). Last year, the company showed off a Gemini-powered prototype version, which Abrar Al-Heeti, CNET's senior tech reporter, tested at Mobile World Congress. Al-Heeti was especially impressed by the Google Maps demo, which provided directions based on a picture she viewed through the glasses, as well as the ability to look at a vinyl album cover and ask Gemini to play a song from it. Sounds
Can Google Wow Us at I/O 2026? Here's What It Has to Get RightWhat do smart glasses look like?
Not all smart glasses look alike, and not all models have cameras. The vast majority of camera glasses currently available are produced by Meta. The easiest way to identify a pair is by locating the indicator light -- a small LED bulb that turns on when the wearer is taking a picture or video. According to CNET editor and wearable tech expert Scott Stein, "Each pair of smart glasses has its own type of indicator. And many smart glasses do different things. We don't have a clear mental map of what to look for. That's a big part of the problem." Meta Ray-Bans have been around since 2021. (They l
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Apple's AirPods Are Finally Getting Custom Equalizer Settings
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Apple's Foldable iPhone Ultra: Release Date, Price, and Leaks
…the internal folding display, Apple's patent indicates that the development has been ongoing for some time. Creases have plagued smart foldable phones since their introduction in 2020, and although the most…
The Future of Apple Watch AI Isn't a Chatbot. It's a Coach
Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference kicks off June 8, bringing a fresh batch of software updates across the company's ecosystem, including WatchOS 27 for the Apple Watch . This year, however, all…
Doctors Explain Why Your Smartwatch Is Giving You Anxiety, and How to Stop It
…Your smartwatch can’t replace a doctor "Most consumer wearables were originally developed as personal wellness devices, which are not required to demonstrate safety and efficacy like traditional medical devices (e.g…
Google's In-Car Gemini Dimmed the Sunroof, Ordered Dinner and Became My Tour Guide
…The updates are part of a wider expansion of Gemini into cars, phones , wearables and smart glasses . And while the supercharged AI features might not be able to keep you cool without…
iPhone 17 vs iPhone Air, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max Compared: 4 Biggest Differences
…Instead of just glass, the Pro models have a more durable glass-ceramic shield on the back. In contrast, the iPhone Air has a titanium frame, the only model in the lineup…
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…Nowadays, there are even smart bird feeders with cameras that let you get a closer look and help you identify the birds in your area. However, before you set up a bird…
Best Home Security Systems in 2026: Expert Tested for Your Home
…What's new in home security systems? Three trends in particular interest us in the latest home security developments: Continuing Matter support: As Matter and Thread continue to spread through the smart…
Microsoft Build 2026 Recap: AI in Windows, Data Center Conflicts and Chips Galore
…365 and a connective monitor." The screen behind Bathiche displayed images of wearables like smart glasses and smart watches, as well as tablets and screens. "This is the moment to imagine where…