Gucci Teams with Google for Luxe Android XR Smart Glasses Launch in 2024
April 17, 2026
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Gucci is poised to launch Gucci-branded, Google-powered Android XR smart glasses next year, signaling continued momentum as luxury brands enter the wearables space.
Google has previously partnered with Warby Parker and Gentle Monster to widen access while keeping a common hardware base, similar to how smartwatches are positioned with varied styling.
Kering and Gucci are not just branding the device; they are pursuing a broader effort to fuse high-end design with wearable AI, building on Android XR foundations.
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The Times Of India • Apr 17, 2026
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CNET • Apr 17, 2026
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Mathrubhumi English • Apr 17, 2026
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Business Standard • Apr 17, 2026
Tech Digest April 17: Gucci Android XR glasses, AI Mode on Chrome, Netflix