Meta and Apple accelerate AI smart glasses development

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Major technology companies are shifting focus toward AI-powered wearable devices, specifically smart glasses, as potential successors to the smartphone. Meta has introduced the Ray-Ban Meta 3, which features 3K video recording and improved battery life. To address privacy concerns and potential bans in public spaces, Meta is also reportedly developing Luna, a camera-free smart glass focused on voice and AI interaction.

Apple is reportedly targeting a 2027 release for its own smart glasses, which may initially lack a screen. Simultaneously, Apple is re-evaluating its Vision Pro line, testing lighter models and external computing modules to improve user comfort. This follows reports of sluggish sales for the current Vision Pro headset.

Qualcomm is also entering the space, highlighting research that 70% of users desire advanced AI in wearables. The company is promoting its Snapdragon Sound Elite Gen 2 platform to enable direct cloud connectivity for audio and smart glasses. Meanwhile, companies like Insta360 are exploring specialized designs, such as glasses that use external battery packs to remain lightweight for content creators.

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[○ 1 SOURCE] Qualcomm research indicates that 70% of users desire advanced AI features in wearable devices. www.gotrip.hk
[○ 1 SOURCE] Meta is reportedly developing a camera-free smart glass codenamed Luna to address privacy concerns.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Meta introduced the Ray-Ban Meta 3 smart glasses featuring improvements in design, camera, battery, and sound. arepatecnologica.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Global AI glasses shipments are projected to reach 4.2 million units in the first half of 2026. www.gotrip.hk
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Ray-Ban Meta 3 features a 12-megapixel sensor capable of recording 3K video. arepatecnologica.com
[● 2 SOURCES] Apple is testing new Vision Pro iterations, including models that use external modules to reduce weight. www.ifanr.com
[● 2 SOURCES] Apple is targeting a release for its first smart glasses by the end of 2027. www.teknofilo.com · shiftdelete.net
[○ 1 SOURCE] Meta announced Meta Audio, a camera-free eyewear option focused on calls and AI assistant access. arepatecnologica.com