The wait is almost over for Samsung smartglasses enthusiasts. After months of teasers and speculation, the tech giant has finally confirmed that its Android XR-powered glasses are hitting the market soon. And we’re not just talking about any ordinary smartglasses – these babies will be audio-only, with features eerily similar to those found in the third generation of Ray-Ban Meta glasses.
Warby Parker, one of the first partners to launch Samsung’s smartglasses, has announced that it will start accepting preorders on November 12th. The company plans to ship its devices “during the holiday season”, which could mean a timely Christmas gift for some lucky recipients. Meanwhile, Gentle Monster is aiming for a December launch window, with none other than Joaquin Phoenix as the face of their campaign. We’ve caught a glimpse of the first trailer starring the actor, and let’s just say it’s an… interesting take on marketing smartglasses.
Both Warby Parker and Gentle Monster are diving into the same waters as Ray-Ban Meta, which has already made waves in the VR/XR space with its stylish and feature-packed glasses. Will these newcomers manage to carve out their own niche in the market? Only time will tell, but one thing’s for sure – the competition is heating up.
In other news, Meta has announced that it’s discontinuing support for Quest 2 and Quest Pro devices. Yes, you read that right – after being officially discontinued for a while now, these headsets are getting the axe. Meta’s developer blog post explains that feature development will end with v213, which will be the last valid SDK to target these devices. After December 2027, no new apps will be accepted on Quest 2 and Quest Pro, marking the official end of an era for these beloved VR/MR headsets.
But don’t just take our word for it – according to unofficial sources, Quest 2 has sold a whopping 25 million units during its lifetime. Its low price point, good performance at launch, and timely arrival in the midst of the COVID pandemic all contributed to its massive success. The question on everyone’s mind now is: what will happen to these millions of users when support for their headsets comes to an end? Will they upgrade to Quest 3S or abandon VR altogether?
As we look to the future, one thing’s clear – the VR/XR landscape is about to get a whole lot more interesting. With Samsung smartglasses on the horizon and Meta’s latest moves, it’s going to be a wild ride for enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Stay tuned for our in-depth coverage of these developments, and get ready to experience the next big thing in VR/XR!
Source: The Ghost Howls — 2026-11-10