During TED 2025, Google demonstrated its new Android XR smart glasses equipped with a remarkable memory feature. This presentation showcased how these glasses could help users locate lost items, such as hotel key cards, by remembering their last known locations. This innovative capability was highlighted by Shahram Izadi, Google’s head of augmented and extended reality, marking a significant step forward in the integration of AI and wearable technology.
The glasses, powered by the latest Android XR, promise to enhance the user experience across both augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) applications. Although it’s unclear if these are Samsung’s smart glasses, Google representatives refrained from providing a specific product name during the demo. Instead, the focus was on the practical applications of the memory feature, which demonstrated how the glasses can aid in everyday tasks.
In a live demonstration, Google product manager Nishtha Bhatia asked the AI where her hotel key card was, and the response was immediate and accurate. While the duration for which these glasses can record and the limits of their memory capabilities are still unknown, this technology holds great potential, particularly for individuals facing memory-related challenges, such as dementia. The glasses are expected to work in conjunction with a smartphone, allowing them to remain lightweight while accessing applications and data from the device.
This approach prioritizes battery longevity and efficient processing. Google has shown interest in various designs of smart glasses, including models with one or two displays, enhancing the possibilities for interactive interfaces. As competition heats up in the smart glasses market, with companies like Meta also entering the fray, interest in Google’s offering is sure to grow.
The future release of these glasses remains anticipated, though timelines for their availability in stores are yet to be confirmed.