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After several years of waiting, Google is preparing its Big comeback in the field of XR (extended reality), combining Augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR) and mixed reality (MR).
A decade after the Google Glass, the company comes back with a more successful vision and a major project: Android XR, an immersive operating system compatible with both smart glasses What of XR helmets.
One universal platform, able to adapt to:
🔹 With smart glasses, lightweight and designed for everyday augmented reality
🔹 To XR helmets, more immersive, dedicated to complex environments or extended immersions
Android XR is therefore designed for a interoperability material, facilitating the development of a open and multi-device ecosystem, in contrast to Apple's closed approach with VisionOS.
Among its ambitions:
🔹 Optimization of sensors: cameras, LiDAR, eye and hand tracking
🔹 Latency-free 3D display: smooth holographic display, augmented reality directly on the real world
🔹 Natural interaction : voice control, gesture tracking, intuitive navigation without joystick
🔹 Energy efficiency: intelligent energy management, prolonged use on the go
🔹 Artificial intelligence integrated with Gemini : context assistant, real-time translation, object recognition and more
To design this ecosystem, Google is joining forces with first two partners experts in the manufacture of XR equipment:
🔹 Samsung : In charge of the development of the first helmets and goggles, makes use of its expertise in miniaturization and high definition screens
🔹 Qualcomm : including fleas Snapdragon XR already equip numerous mixed reality headsets, provides the technical architecture
This tripartite alliance aims to create a an open and efficient alternative to Apple's closed ecosystem and to the dominance of Meta in the general public.
🔹 First device announced, the result of the Google + Samsung + Qualcomm collaboration
🔹Equipped with a processor Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 to offer a display 4.3K per eye, hand/eye tracking, and the possibility of Switch between VR and AR
🔹 Available at the end of 2025, with prototypes already unveiled at the shows AWE and Galaxy Unpacked
🔹Prototypes of lightweight smart-glasses, presented at Google I/O and TED 2025
🔹“AI glasses” oriented use: real-time translation, object recognition, Interacting via Gemini
🔹Expected mainstream launch Early 2026 with brands like Gentle Monster And Warby Parker
🔹 Xreal : AR Glasses (Project Aura) With camera That Want to Be Affordable and Functional
🔹 Sony : Development of an XR helmet with 2 screens 4K microOLED And a video transparency function
🔹 Gentle Monster, Warby Parker : premium AR glasses, integrating Android XR
🔹 Kering Eyewear: luxury brand (ex Gucci/Balenciaga) working on high-end AR glasses
👉 For a more detailed overview, we invite you to consult Our article dedicated to the best XR glasses for pros in 2025.
The potential applications are vast and cover both professional and general public fields:
🔹 Augmented reality on a daily basis : visual GPS, contextual information display, notifications superimposed on the real environment
🔹 Collaborative work : mixed reality virtual meetings, 3D remote design, increased productivity
🔹 Immersive training : technical simulations, assisted medical learning, industrial maintenance
🔹 Entertainment : AR games, interactive experiences, 360° cinema
Over time, these glasses could replace some smartphone functions, while increasing their possibilities tenfold.
👉 Discover our use cases:
To establish itself sustainably, Google will have to raise Three Major Challenges :
🔹Suggest Ergonomic, lightweight and comfortable devices
🔹Offer a Intuitive and smooth user experience
🔹Develop a Rich application ecosystem That Will Appeal to Developers and Users Alike
Thanks to its mastery of artificial intelligence with Gemini, cloud computing and mobile services (Maps, Assistant, Android), Google has Significant competitive advantages To stand out.
By launching Android XR, Google is banking on the after-smartphone. A future where connected glasses and helmets will extend and transform our relationship with digital technology. If Google's Vision Comes True, These Immersive Devices Could Soon Become Too Indispensable as for our phones today.
The Public Remembers the Google Glass, these smart glasses launched in 2013, well before their time. Despite their innovation, they have never found their mainstream audience, held back by technical limitations and fears about privacy.
But today, the context has changed. Apple has launched its Vision Pro And Meta Won With His Helmets Quest And Its Rayban Meta.
La XR Revolution Let's say no. And Google Intending to play a Leading Role.
👉 To find out more about Android XR and discuss the contribution of these technologies in your jobs!
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