Fresh leaks as of April 27, 2026, have provided the first detailed look at Samsung’s highly anticipated entry into the smart glasses market. Following the “Galaxy XR” headset launch last year, Samsung is reportedly adopting a two-tier strategy for its wearable eyewear, with the base model aimed directly at Meta’s dominant Ray-Ban series.
The base model, currently codenamed “Jinju,” is the device tied to the $379–$499 price range.
1. The Two-Tier Hardware Roadmap
Samsung is reportedly splitting its glasses lineup to balance accessibility with high-end augmented reality (AR) features.
| Feature | Galaxy Glasses “Jinju” (2026) | Galaxy Glasses “Haean” (2027) |
| Price Range | $379 – $499 | $600 – $900 |
| Display | None (AI & Audio focus) | Micro-LED Display (Full AR) |
| Primary Chip | Snapdragon AR1 | Snapdragon AR1+ Gen 1 |
| Target User | Casual/Social Media users | Professionals/Power users |
2. “Jinju” Model Specifications (Base Model)
Renders of the “Jinju” model show a design that is remarkably similar to traditional eyewear, weighing approximately 50 grams. Since it lacks a display, it functions primarily as a capture and AI assistant tool.
- Camera: 12MP Sony IMX681 sensor (supports autofocus).
- AI Integration: Deeply integrated with Google Gemini for real-time translation, visual search, and voice-activated tasks.
- Operating System: Runs on Android XR, the specialized platform developed jointly by Google and Samsung.
- Audio: Directional speakers likely utilizing bone-conduction technology to keep the frames slim.
- Battery: A modest 155mAh cell, designed for a full day of intermittent use rather than continuous streaming.
3. Launch Strategy and Ecosystem
Samsung’s advantage lies in the “Better Together” philosophy of its ecosystem.
- Tethered Intelligence: Unlike a standalone headset, the Galaxy Glasses will require a wireless connection to a Galaxy smartphone to handle the heavy lifting of Gemini AI and data processing.
- Launch Windows: Industry insiders suggest Samsung could tease the glasses during Google I/O (May 19, 2026), with a full retail launch likely coinciding with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Unpacked event in July or August 2026.
- The Competitor Gap: By pricing the base model at $379, Samsung is positioned slightly above Meta’s entry-level Ray-Bans ($329) but justifies the premium through tighter integration with the Android XR ecosystem and superior camera hardware.