Samsung has revealed new details about its upcoming smart glasses, confirming they will launch in 2026 with a key feature: an eye-level camera powered by AI. Vice President Jay Kim told CNBC the glasses will use AI to 'understand' what the wearer sees before sending the information to a connected phone for processing. This approach suggests Samsung is prioritizing utility over a traditional display, focusing instead on AI providing 'a lot' of information.

Kim declined to comment on whether a display would be included, leaving that aspect unclear. The glasses are reportedly part of Samsung's broader AI expansion and are being developed in partnership with Google, Warby Parker, and Gentle Monster. While Samsung hasn't provided a specific release timeline beyond 2026, the confirmation of the eye-level camera and AI focus marks a significant step in the company's ambitions to compete in the smart glasses market.