Google unveils a new pair of smart glasses, described as “audio glasses,” that are designed to compete with Meta’s Ray-Ban smart spectacles. According to multiple outlets, the glasses include a microphone, a camera, and a small speaker. The devices are positioned as an everyday audio and communication tool, letting users make calls and listen to music. The included camera supports taking photos. In addition, the glasses are set up to support interaction with Google’s Gemini AI assistant, enabling users to “chat” with the assistant directly through the glasses. Across the reports, the core capabilities—voice-related functions enabled by the microphone and speaker, photo capture via the camera, and AI-assisted interaction via Gemini—are consistent. All sources frame the announcement as part of Google’s entry into the market for wearable smart eyewear and a direct move to take on Meta’s existing product line in this category.