Apple could launch AI-powered smart glasses in 2026 | TechCrunch
May 23, 2025 - techcrunch.com
Apple is reportedly planning to release smart glasses by the end of next year to compete with Meta's AI-powered Ray-Ban Meta glasses. These smart glasses will feature components like a camera and microphone, and will be capable of analyzing the environment. They will also integrate Siri for functionalities such as answering calls and providing directions. This move is part of Apple's broader strategy to develop new chips for smart glasses and other hardware, including Macs and AI servers.
Apple CEO Tim Cook is focused on surpassing Meta in the smart glasses market as the competition in AI intensifies. Meta's Ray-Ban Meta glasses have been a significant success, with millions of units sold in collaboration with Ray-Ban.
Key takeaways:
Apple plans to release smart glasses by the end of next year to compete with Meta's Ray-Ban Meta glasses.
The smart glasses will feature a camera, microphone, and Siri, with capabilities like answering calls and giving directions.
Apple is developing new chips for smart glasses and other hardware, including Macs and AI servers.
Meta's Ray-Ban Meta glasses have been successful, selling millions of units.
