Samsung AI Glasses Launch in the US on December 10 – From $395

Samsung’s new AI glasses go on sale across the US on December 10, with prices starting at $395 before tax.

Samsung’s AI glasses go on sale across the US on December 10, with Warby Parker models starting at $395 and Gentle Monster models at $449 to $489 — all before sales tax, which varies by state. The line launches alongside a partial South Korea rollout, but the US is the only market getting both collections at once.

The “Intelligent Eyewear” line was developed with Google and the eyewear brands Gentle Monster and Warby Parker. Samsung announced the launch on November 12, 2026, with pre-orders opening the same day. For US buyers, the main decisions are less about which of the 30 design options to pick and more about phone compatibility, battery expectations and what the camera’s privacy safeguards actually cover.

Launch date, retailers and design options

Samsung names December 10, 2026 as the US sales date for both collections. Warby Parker glasses are sold online and in select Warby Parker stores; Gentle Monster sells through its own official online store. Samsung also plans demonstrations in select Samsung stores from launch day. Between the two partners, there are 30 design variants: Gentle Monster offers 16 variants across six frame shapes, Warby Parker 14 variants across three frame shapes — differing by frame, color, size and lens option, according to Samsung.

What the $395 to $489 actually buys

Warby Parker’s entry price is $395; Gentle Monster’s models run $449 to $489 depending on the design. These are list prices before state and local sales tax, which can add several percentage points depending on where a buyer lives. Samsung states that the frame arms are fixed rather than adjustable, with fit instead handled through the range of sizes and frame shapes on offer — buyers who can’t try a pair in person before ordering should check a retailer’s return policy for fit issues before paying.

Which phones actually work

Samsung lists current Galaxy S, Galaxy S FE and Galaxy Z models running One UI 9.0 or newer as compatible, along with the Pixel 7 series and newer running the Android 17 update from September 2026, and the iPhone 13 and newer running iOS 26.6 or newer with at least six gigabytes of RAM. Gemini is the AI assistant across all compatible phones; Bixby, per Samsung’s own specification, is Galaxy-only. A handful of basic functions — volume control, photo and video capture — are available even without a connected phone, Samsung says, but conversations with Gemini and visual AI features require one.

Battery life, camera and the privacy LED

Samsung’s listed specifications include a 12-megapixel HDR camera, two open-ear speakers and four microphones. Video records at 3K at 30 frames per second or at 2K, with HDR video capped at 2K. The “up to nine hours” battery figure describes Samsung’s own mixed-use scenario; with a fully charged charging case, the company names up to 72 hours total. These are manufacturer figures, not independently measured results. The glasses carry an IPX4 rating — limited protection against splashing water, with no separate dust rating listed. Samsung describes a visible external LED that lights up during photo or video capture, backed by an internal indicator and sound cue for the wearer, and says recording is disabled if that external LED is covered or malfunctioning — a manufacturer description this article has not independently verified. Samsung also states that images captured through Gemini are not used to train AI models or for ad targeting, and that users can manage app permissions and Gemini activity directly.

What buyers should still check before ordering

Account setup matters more than it might seem: Samsung requires a Google account and, depending on the phone, a Samsung account tied to a supported sales market for activation. For most US buyers with US-registered accounts, that should be straightforward — but anyone buying as a gift for someone overseas, or planning to use the glasses abroad after purchase, should confirm in writing that activation and ongoing service will work outside the US before paying. Samsung names Gentle Monster and Warby Parker as the first points of contact for support, and says a faulty unit is typically replaced rather than repaired — details on turnaround time and cost outside the warranty period haven’t been published.

Sources and status

• Samsung Mobile Press: launch, prices, markets, specifications, compatibility, privacy and service information for Intelligent Eyewear, published November 12, 2026; accessed November 13, 2026.

Research and data as of: November 13, 2026.

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