Samsung's Nearby Device Scanning app just outed the name of its upcoming smart glasses before the company could make an official announcement. A changelog update for version 11.1.23.4 of the app (part of Samsung's One UI on Galaxy phones and tablets) references "Glasses quick pair" support and a "battery pop up" feature, confirming the product will be called Galaxy Glasses. Users will see battery levels on their Samsung phone or tablet, similar to how Galaxy Buds and Galaxy Watches already display charge info.
The accidental confirmation follows a wave of leaks that have painted a clear picture of Samsung's first entry into AI-powered eyewear. Renders published yesterday show a design similar to Ray-Ban Wayfarer frames, with a 12MP camera on one side and an LED indicator on the other. The glasses reportedly pack a 155 mAh battery, Qualcomm's Snapdragon AR1 chipset, onboard microphones, speakers, and a touch-sensitive control surface.
There is no screen on this first-generation model. Interaction happens entirely through voice via Google's Gemini AI assistant (the device runs Android XR), with speakers in the arms delivering audio feedback.
Pricing is expected to land between $379 and $499, positioning Samsung directly against Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses that currently sell for around $500. The company partnered with Warby Parker and Gentle Monster last October to design the frames. A second-generation model codenamed Haean is reportedly in development with a micro-LED display, targeting a 2027 release at $600 to $900. The Galaxy Glasses could debut at Samsung's summer Unpacked event in July, alongside the Galaxy Z Fold8, Galaxy Z Flip8, and Galaxy Watch 9.
