Google and Xreal Deliver Smart Glasses That Are just Confused Headsets
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- â˘Google and Xreal teased Project Aura at Google I/O before planning a 2026 launch.
- â˘This device tries to blend smart glasses vibe with headset functionality through a bulky design and dangling cord.
- â˘Google reps confirmed Aura is actually a headset disguised as glasses, borrowing Android XR tech from Samsung's Galaxy XR.
Launched at Google I/O and scheduled for 2026, Project Aura is Google and Xreal's attempt at smart glasses so indecisive they call themselves a headset in disguise. Apparently, calling chunky sunglasses with a mysterious cable and a battery pack that doubles as a trackpad 'smart glasses' is too mainstream. Positioned as the Android XR sequel to Samsung's Galaxy XR headset, Project Aura avoids normalcy with its left-side wire dangling like an awkward phone cord in 2025. Google's diplomatic reps confirmed itâs a 'headset masquerading as glasses,' proving that when in doubt, just confuse everyone instead.
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Googleâs Project Aura: smart glasses or a battery-powered necklace? Turns out itâs just a headset having an identity crisis with fashion concerns.
I asked Google for smart glasses and got a chunky sunglasses battery pack strapped to my face. Welcome to wearable tech, 2026 edition.
Project Auraâs biggest innovation? Making you question if smart glasses are just 'headsets with commitment issues.' Spoiler: they are.
Source: Theverge | Published: 12/8/2025 | Author: Victoria Song
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