Google Collabs With Warby Parker and Kering to Launch AI-Powered Smart Glasses
Google is re-entering the smart glasses market through partnerships with Warby Parker and luxury eyewear company Kering. The tech giant has committed up to $150 million to support the deal with Warby Parker, with equal investments split evenly between equity and funding and product development and commercialization. Google earlier had an unsuccessful venture called Google Glass, which was halted partly due to privacy concerns.
The upcoming smart glasses are set to launch post-2025 and will feature advanced multimodal AI capabilities, allowing the devices to interpret and respond to multiple data inputs like text, audio, images, and video. Warby Parker said the glasses will be available in both prescription and non-prescription lenses. The devices will run on Google’s Android XR platform, which supports use on headsets and glasses.
Warby Parker Co-Chief Executive Dave Gilboa said, “Looking ahead, we believe multimodal AI is perfectly suited for glasses, enabling real-time context and intelligence to augment a wearer’s surroundings as they move through the world.”
Read more here: https://investors.warbyparker.com/news/news-details/2025/Warby-Parker-Partners-with-Google-To-Develop-Intelligent-Eyewear/default.aspx
Tropical Smoothie Cafe Celebrates National Flip Flop Day With Free Smoothies
Tropical Smoothie Cafe invites all of its customers across the country to slip into their favorite pair of flip flops tomorrow, Wednesday, May 28, and kick off the summer with a free smoothie. From 2 to 7 p.m., visitors who arrive at participating locations wearing flip flops will receive a complimentary 12 oz. Sunrise Sunset Smoothie. No purchase is necessary. Just bring the laid-back spirit of summer and your best beach footwear to enjoy the treat.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe CMO Deborah von Kutzleben said, “We love giving our guests a reason to pause and enjoy a refreshing taste of the tropics to kick off their summer season. National Flip Flop Day is all about creating experiences that celebrate the joy, fun, and flavor our current guests have come to know and love at Tropical Smoothie Cafe and introduce new guests to Tropic Time.”
National Flip Flop Day has evolved into a hallmark event that signals the beginning of smoothie season and captures the easygoing energy of summer. This year’s featured drink combines vibrant tropical fruits like orange, mango, pineapple, and strawberry to deliver a sweet and sunny blend reminiscent of a beachside vacation.
Watch this fun and engaging Instagram reel to view a short promotion of the celebration: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DJ4bVGoRCaf/
Wyndham Rewards Unveils Applebee’s Partnership and Experiential Platform Expansion
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts recently announced a partnership with Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar®, a subsidiary of Dine Brands Global, to redefine hotel loyalty programs. The collaboration will allow Wyndham Rewards members to earn points when placing mobile To Go orders from over 1,500 Applebee’s locations while staying at any Hotel by Wyndham, with the added perk of free delivery. This industry-first integration combines the convenience of mobile dining with travel rewards, creating a seamless experience that connects hotel stays with everyday lifestyle benefits.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts GVP of Loyalty & Partnerships, Michael Shiwdin, said, “Day-in and day-out, our focus is making Wyndham Rewards the absolute best hotel rewards program. Whether it’s unlocking access to world-class events, delivering standout experiences, or simply rewarding members for dining with a brand they love, that’s what our newest partnerships are all about. In doing so, we’re making it even easier for members to get more out of their membership, both on the road and in their everyday lives.”
In addition, Wyndham has launched Wyndham Rewards Experiences, a new platform offering members access to exclusive sports, entertainment, and cultural events. Members can redeem their points through fixed-value options or participate in dynamic auctions, with offerings updated weekly. Upcoming experiences include VIP access to the sold-out Vans Warped Tour in Washington, D.C., tickets to see the Rockettes during the holiday as well as a meet and greet, Zamboni rides during Rangers games at Madison Square Garden, and a chance to golf with a PGA TOUR pro. Bids for the experiences range from 20,000 to 100,000 points, with fixed-point rewards starting at 2,500 points.
Learn more about Wyndham Rewards Experiences here: https://wyndhamrewardsexperiences.wyndhamrewards.com/
Original Article Links:
Google Partners With Warby Parker, Kering to Develop AI Glasses
Tropical Smoothie Cafe to Give Away Free Smoothies on National Flip Flop Day
Wyndham Expands Top-Rated Rewards Program with Member-Only Access to the Hottest Festivals, Concerts and Events