Apple is developing a new pair of AI-powered smart glasses with plans to bring them to market by the end of 2026, according to a report from Bloomberg. The product is expected to include cameras, microphones, speakers, and integration with Siri, positioning it as a lightweight, voice-first alternative to bulkier AR/VR headsets.
The initiative is reportedly being led by Apple’s Vision Products Group—the same team responsible for the company’s Vision Pro headset—and comes as Apple continues to refine a more affordable version of the Vision Pro, which currently starts at $3,499.
Apple’s entrance into the smart glasses category would place it in direct competition with companies like Meta and Google, both of which have accelerated efforts in wearable AI. Moreover – it is safe to say the Vision Pro has been a rare failure for a company used to pumping out hit after hit – such as AirPods, and watches.
Meta has earned positive reviews for its Ray-Ban Meta glasses, which offer photo and video capture, built-in speakers, and integration with Meta AI. The glasses launched in 2021, with a second generation released in 2023.
Meanwhile, Google is collaborating with Warby Parker on its own AI-powered eyewear, reportedly aimed at all-day wearability.
Apple’s smart glasses are expected to focus initially on communication, lightweight interaction, and voice assistant use—rather than full augmented reality. Industry observers suggest this may be a strategic move to enter the market without the hardware and user adoption challenges currently associated with AR headsets.
The smart glasses could also serve as a stepping stone toward Apple’s broader AR ambitions, especially as consumer interest in hands-free, AI-integrated devices continues to grow
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