Background:

At Google I/O 2024, Google introduced a pair of glasses in conjunction with Project Astra, indicating a potential development in the field. See:

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nXVvvRhiGjI (start from 1:30)

• https://blog.google/technology/ai/google-gemini-update-flash-ai-assistant-io-2024/

Although an official announcement regarding a new Google Glass was not made, the suggestion implies that a similar AI wearable device might be under development.

Resolves YES if a new Google AI smart glass is publicly released before January 1, 2025; resolves NO otherwise.

Some clarifications:

• The release can be under any name, not necessarily Google Glass or Project Astra.

• The Glasses must integrate AI technology.

• The new Google AI smart glass may be developed solely by Google or in collaboration with other eyeglass brands like Ray-Ban.

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