PYMNTS.com December 10, 2025
Wearables, robotics and infrastructure are emerging as the next places big tech is trying to capture value in the artificial intelligence (AI) stack. This week’s developments, from Google’s smart-glasses revival to Skild AI’s acquisition talks and multibillion-dollar cloud commitments, show the stack shifting beyond models and applications.
Google Revives AI Smart Glasses for 2026
Google plans to release AI-enabled smart glasses in 2026, according to CNBC. The report said the device will run on Android XR and incorporate Google’s Gemini model to deliver real-time answers, translation tools and optional augmented displays.
The glasses mark Google’s return to wearables after earlier efforts with Glass. This version focuses on hands-free access to information rather than novelty features. By placing AI in a...
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