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Weird, Wild & Everywhere: The Sunglasses Trend 2026 Cool Girls Can't Ignore

It-girls spotted. The freaky sunglasses trend 2026 is making waves, and the coolest brands are fully committed. Here are the summer fashion ideas worth stealing.

Can Google and Samsung redefine smart eyewear with Android XR, or will history repeat with a new generation of 'Glassholes'?

Can Google and Samsung redefine smart eyewear with Android XR, or will history repeat with a new generation of 'Glassholes'?

Samsung's Android XR glasses are launching later this year, but let's hope Google can avoid another 'Glassholes' moment.

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Google's AI glasses are here – except they aren't

Google's AI glasses are here – except they aren't

Android XR's roll-out creeps closer

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I tested Google’s “Intelligent Eyewear,” and found the smart glasses that will defeat Ray-Ban Meta

I went eyes-on with Google’s Intelligent Eyewear at I/O. With Warby Parker styles and Gemini Live conversation, these Android XR glasses are ready to beat Meta.

Google’s latest eyewear can now order you an Uber ride

Google has lifted the veil on a new generation of smart eyewear — a fashion‑forward collaboration with Gentle Monster and Warby Parker that stitches Gemini AI into everyday frames: discreet audio glasses and display glasses.

Google unveils smart glasses, taking on Meta

Google is re-entering the smart glasses market with new audio glasses featuring a microphone, camera, and speaker, allowing calls, music, photos, and AI interaction. These glasses, designed in collaboration with Warby Parker and Gentle Monster, aim to overcome past privacy concerns and compete with Meta's established offerings.

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Warby Parker and Gentle Monster finally showed us their Samsung XR glasses — but forgot to tell us when they’ll release, or how much they’ll cost

Samsung has lifted the lid on its premium Android XR glasses — and some familiar fashion brands have lent a hand.

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Samsung, Google merge fashion and AI for 'Intelligent Eyewear' with Gentle Monster, Warby Parker

Samsung, Google merge fashion and AI for 'Intelligent Eyewear' with Gentle Monster, Warby Parker

Samsung and Google partner to announce "Intelligent Eyewear," a new venture for glasses that brings style to AI technology.

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Ray-Ban Meta just got a major competitor – Samsung and Google reveal "Intelligent Eyewear"

Ray-Ban Meta just got a major competitor – Samsung and Google reveal "Intelligent Eyewear"

Gentle Monster and Warby Parker are providing the styles for the new Intelligent Eyewear smart glasses collection from Samsung and Google

Here are the 3 Google I/O 2026 Android XR smart glasses announcements I'm hoping to see

Here are the 3 Google I/O 2026 Android XR smart glasses announcements I'm hoping to see

Google I/O could be a major Android XR showcase if we're lucky, but what might we get treated to?

Samsung Galaxy Glasses will have at least one big specs advantage over rival Ray-Bans – and come as sunglasses

Samsung Galaxy Glasses will have at least one big specs advantage over rival Ray-Bans – and come as sunglasses

The first Android XR smart glasses from Samsung might launch this year with at least one advantage over Ray-Bans

Samsung confirms its next-generation AR glasses will arrive this year

Samsung confirms its next-generation AR glasses will arrive this year

This marks the first time Samsung has shared a release window for its AR glasses.

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Android XR: Everything you need to know

Android XR: Everything you need to know

Everything you need to know about Android XR, Google's mixed-reality wearable platform

Android XR preview shows off Magic Leap glasses made in partnership with Google

Android XR preview shows off Magic Leap glasses made in partnership with Google

Magic Leap and Google are combining their prowess in optical display to make prototypes and reference devices of Android XR glasses.

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Samsung just revealed its answer to Ray-Ban Meta

Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses are a hit, and Google and Samsung are finally readying their response to Meta's success.

Here's what we know about the 5 Android XR smart glasses currently in development

Samsung, Xreal, Gentle Monster and 2 others are working on Android XR glasses, here's what we know.

Why Google working with Warby Parker and Gentle Monster gives me confidence about the future of smart glasses

Google’s deal with Warby Parker and Gentle Monster form smart glasses is a smart plan for the future of wearables.

Google’s Android XR glasses look like its most exciting gadget in years – but the headset leaves me wanting more

Google finally shows off what its Android XR glasses and headset are capable of, and it's a mixed bag for now.

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Google finally gave us a closer look at Android XR – here are 4 new things we've learned

We now know what Android XR is capable of, from the AI features that'll power it to the hardware that'll offer it.

Tekken 8 is thirst trapping its big baddie to sell some designer sunnies and suddenly $500 seems like a fair deal

The fighting game is collaborating with Gentle Monster with some very shirtless Kazuya thirst traps.

Gentle Monster and Mugler Take Us into the Future With an Innovative Sunglasses Collaboration

Gentle Monster joins forces with Mugler to create two sunglasses that fuse each brand's signature aesthetic and futuristic qualities.

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