Google teases first audio glasses at I/O 2026

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Google is taking another stab at smart glasses, but this time they're calling them "intelligent eyewear." The first iteration of this revived smart glasses line will be audio glasses made in collaboration with Samsung and Qualcomm, at least for the hardware side. On the design front, Google is working with Gentle Monster and Warby Parker.

Tapping the side of the frames will provide instant access to Gemini. You can inquire about what you see, get turn-by-turn directions, answer calls and send texts, and take photos and videos, among others. Basically, Google is reviving its glasses project and is taking cues from Meta's success with its smart glasses. The company hasn't revealed when the glasses will be released, but we anticipate updates in the "coming months."

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OnePlus 15R to run on Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5

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OnePlus confirmed that the upcoming OnePlus 15R will be the first smartphone launching globally to feature the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 mobile platform. The device, which is part of the OnePlus R series that's focused on performance and high-end gaming, is set for a full unveiling on December 17.

The new Snapdragon chipset, refined in collaboration with OnePlus, promises significant performance boosts, including a 36% increase in CPU performance, an 11% increase in GPU performance, and up to 46% improved artificial intelligence performance over the previous generation. 

OnePlus 15 launches in Canada with flagship power, record-setting 7,300mAh battery

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OnePlus has officially launched its newest flagship, the OnePlus 15, in Canada, positioning it as a powerhouse device with exceptional endurance and cutting-edge performance.

It is available in two main configurations, starting at a competitive $1,299.99 for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage model and available in Infinite Black. Power users can opt for the enhanced $1,399.99 version, which bumps the memory to 16GB RAM and storage to 512GB, and comes in two other finishes outside of Infinite Black, namely Sand Storm and Ultra Violet.

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Valve Steam Frame VR headset can run games natively

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While Valve's new Steam Frame VR headset is primarily a streaming virtual reality headset, it can also run games natively in standalone mode. The headset launches in 2026 for an undisclosed price.

You can consider it a SteamOS PC, powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, with 16GB LPDDR5X memory and 256GB or 1TB UFS storage, with microSD card support. It also comes with an onboard 21.6Wh battery, allowing you to play with or without a wired connection.

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