Dec 8 (Reuters) – Warby Parker said on Monday it is collaborating with Alphabet’s Google to develop lightweight AI-powered glasses, with the first product expected to launch in 2026.

The announcement, made during The Android Show | XR Edition, marks the first time the companies have set a public timeline for the release since unveiling the partnership earlier this year.

Google has been making a renewed push into augmented reality and wearable technology, a sector where Meta Platforms and Apple have taken early leads.

Meta has poured resources into its Quest mixed-reality headsets and Ray-Ban smart glasses, while Apple entered the market with its Vision Pro headset earlier this year, positioning it as a premium spatial computing device.

Google, which shelved its consumer-focused Glass p

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