Google Glass, the pioneering augmented reality device, may be making a comeback. Recent code discovered in the Google app for Android hints at a new product called “iris” that could potentially be a pair of AI glasses. This development comes after Google briefly showcased a project called Project Iris in 2022, which aimed to translate foreign languages into text displayed to the user. While the project seemed to have been shelved, it now appears to be back on the table.
Although there is limited information available about these AR glasses, it is speculated that they could offer more than just instant translation. They may incorporate various features of Google Assistant and potentially more. While Google has been relatively silent on this topic since discontinuing Google Glass Enterprise, the market for smart glasses continues to grow.
Furthermore, Samsung and Google are reportedly collaborating on a mixed reality headset to compete with products like Meta Quest 3 and Apple Vision Pro. This suggests that Google is once again taking an interest in developing innovative wearable devices.
As the details about Google’s new glasses are still scarce, tech enthusiasts eagerly await further information regarding their capabilities and potential release date.
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