Google Explores Smart Glasses Integration for Android Auto Navigation
New beta code in Android Auto 14.2 suggests early development of AR navigation via wearable devices, enhancing driver safety and expanding Google's AR ecosystem.
- Recent code strings in Android Auto 14.2 beta reference 'Glasses,' hinting at potential smart glasses integration for navigation.
- The feature would allow navigation directions to be displayed directly on AR glasses, reducing driver distraction and improving safety.
- The integration is in its early stages, with only a few lines of code uncovered in the beta version, and no official release timeline announced.
- Google recently showcased its Android XR smart glasses prototype at TED 2025, demonstrating its broader push into AR and wearable technology.
- Potential applications could extend beyond cars, including AR-enabled motorcycle helmets, signaling a wider vision for AR navigation tools.