Samsung's first smart glasses look closer to launch. The company is getting its Galaxy Wearable app ready to work with the new glasses, and public demos of what Samsung calls "Intelligent Eyewear" are getting started, according to Android Authority.
What changed
Two things point to a nearer debut. First, Samsung is preparing its Galaxy Wearable app to support the glasses. Second, people are now starting to see the product in public demos. Neither step is a launch, but both suggest the project is moving from the lab toward shoppers.
What the app does
Galaxy Wearable is the app that already manages Samsung watches and earbuds. It is where you pair a device with your phone and change its settings. If the glasses use the same app, they would sit alongside the gear you may already own, instead of needing something new to learn.
Who it affects
Mostly people with Samsung phones. Your next gadget may be glasses managed from the same app as your watch. That could make setup simpler for existing Samsung users.
What is not known yet
The material shared so far leaves out the basics. Pricing, a release date and the glasses' features have not been laid out here. Privacy details are also missing, which matters for any eyewear that may carry sensors or a camera. Watch for those answers before deciding whether the glasses are worth buying.
The takeawaySamsung's glasses are nearing launch, so wait for price and privacy details before deciding if they are right for you.