Meta holds 94% of the display-free AI glasses market Apple is reportedly chasing
AI glasses shipments more than tripled in the first half of 2026, but almost all of it is Meta, and nobody has published how many units that is.
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Apple GlassesRelease Date, Price & Specs
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Apple Glasses are expected to be Apple’s first everyday smart glasses, combining cameras, speakers, microphones, and Apple Intelligence in a design that looks like ordinary eyewear. Unlike Vision Pro, they are not expected to include a display. Instead, the focus is hands-free AI that can see your surroundings and answer questions about what you’re looking at.
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TOO EARLY TO SAY
Apple Glasses is not on sale yet. Expected Late 2027 (reported window).
What will the Apple Glasses have?
Latest on Apple Glasses
More news- Two cameras, and only one of them takes pictures
The second lens feeds Siri what you are looking at. Mark Gurman doubts the first pair reads hand gestures at all.
Read the story - The first Apple Glasses run on audio and cameras
Cameras, microphones and speakers are the whole interface. Apple is expected to unveil the glasses at WWDC 2027 and ship them late that year.
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Rumors
See everything we're expecting- Apple is expected to unveil the glasses at WWDC in June 2027
That is a reveal rather than a release, so developers can build apps first.
Reported
ReportedA credible source reported this.
It isn't confirmed yet and may change.
61% track record
61% track record
Similar reports have held up 61% of the time in our historical data.
Based on how reporting on smart glasses has held up, across 68 settled reports.
This does not mean this claim has a 61% chance of happening.
How the reporting has spread
This started with independent reporting and was later carried by other outlets. Repeats don’t count as new independent sources.
Independent sources
- Bloomberg Technology
Outlets
5
How strongly each outlet put it
- You'll be able to use Siri through the glasses
You can ask questions, get directions and translate without taking out your iPhone.
Reported
ReportedA credible source reported this.
It isn't confirmed yet and may change.
61% track record
61% track record
Similar reports have held up 61% of the time in our historical data.
Based on how reporting on smart glasses has held up, across 68 settled reports.
This does not mean this claim has a 61% chance of happening.
How the reporting has spread
This started with independent reporting and was later carried by other outlets. Repeats don’t count as new independent sources.
Independent sources
- Bloomberg
Outlets
8
How strongly each outlet put it
- Apple is testing privacy protections no Apple product ships with today
It processes on the device, does no facial recognition and trains no AI on recordings.
Reported
ReportedA credible source reported this.
It isn't confirmed yet and may change.
61% track record
61% track record
Similar reports have held up 61% of the time in our historical data.
Based on how reporting on smart glasses has held up, across 68 settled reports.
This does not mean this claim has a 61% chance of happening.
How the reporting has spread
This started with independent reporting and was later carried by other outlets. Repeats don’t count as new independent sources.
Outlets
7
How strongly each outlet put it
Quick facts
Status
Reported
When you can buy it
Late 2027
Expected price
$200–$500
How sure we are
72% within 2027
We checked 37 past forecasts of a window this size. 24% landed inside the narrower late 2027 window that was first reported. This assumes it gets announced at all.
If not this one
- If display decides itSnap Specs
It runs AR on its own and anchors digital objects in the room.
- If translation decides itEven Realities G2
It shows the translation privately in the lenses, where only you can read it.
- If hearing support decides itNuance Audio Glasses
An FDA-cleared over-the-counter hearing aid built into the frame, for adults with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss.
Quick answers
All FAQsQuick answers
How much will Apple Glasses cost?
No official price. Apple hasn't said what the glasses will cost. One report says a price somewhere in the AirPods to Apple Watch range would make sense. Meta's glasses start at $380.
When will Apple Glasses be released?
Late 2027. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman initially said Apple could introduce the smart glasses as soon as 2026, but now believes Apple won't debut them until late 2027. Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo also targets a 2027 launch.
Should I buy the Apple Glasses?
Wait until it is on sale. The Apple Glasses is not on sale yet. Apple Glasses is reported, not announced by Apple. Expected Late 2027 (reported window). See the full answer
What Apple's first glasses will be like
Apple's first glasses won't have a display
You get cameras, audio and Siri, with nothing to look at.
Reported
Reported
A credible source reported this.
It isn't confirmed yet and may change.
64% track record
64% track record
Similar reports have held up 64% of the time in our historical data.
Based on how reporting on smart glasses has held up, across 68 settled reports.
This does not mean this claim has a 64% chance of happening.
How the reporting has spread
This started with independent reporting and was later carried by other outlets. Repeats don’t count as new independent sources.
Independent sources
- MacRumors
Outlets
10
How strongly each outlet put it
The glasses will require an iPhone
They carry their own chip but still need the phone for Siri and connectivity.
Reported
Reported
A credible source reported this.
It isn't confirmed yet and may change.
61% track record
61% track record
Similar reports have held up 61% of the time in our historical data.
Based on how reporting on smart glasses has held up, across 68 settled reports.
This does not mean this claim has a 61% chance of happening.
How the reporting has spread
This started with independent reporting and was later carried by other outlets. Repeats don’t count as new independent sources.
Outlets
3
How strongly each outlet put it
Apple is testing at least four frame styles
Two are rectangular, one of them like a Wayfarer, and two are oval. All are acetate.
Reported
Reported
A credible source reported this.
It isn't confirmed yet and may change.
61% track record
61% track record
Similar reports have held up 61% of the time in our historical data.
Based on how reporting on smart glasses has held up, across 68 settled reports.
This does not mean this claim has a 61% chance of happening.
How the reporting has spread
This started with independent reporting and was later carried by other outlets. Repeats don’t count as new independent sources.
Independent sources
- Bloomberg
Outlets
5
How strongly each outlet put it
The glasses may use a modified Apple Watch chip
It keeps power use low, and the heavier AI runs on the iPhone.
Reported
Reported
A credible source reported this.
It isn't confirmed yet and may change.
61% track record
61% track record
Similar reports have held up 61% of the time in our historical data.
Based on how reporting on smart glasses has held up, across 68 settled reports.
This does not mean this claim has a 61% chance of happening.
How the reporting has spread
This started with independent reporting and was later carried by other outlets. Repeats don’t count as new independent sources.
Independent sources
- Bloomberg
Outlets
2
How strongly each outlet put it
Apple's glasses would reportedly compete with products in the $200 to $500 range
Aimed at rivals priced $200 to $500; Apple has named no price.
Reported
Reported
A credible source reported this.
It isn't confirmed yet and may change.
61% track record
61% track record
Similar reports have held up 61% of the time in our historical data.
Based on how reporting on smart glasses has held up, across 68 settled reports.
This does not mean this claim has a 61% chance of happening.
How the reporting has spread
This started with independent reporting and was later carried by other outlets. Repeats don’t count as new independent sources.
Outlets
4
How strongly each outlet put it
What the glasses can do
You'll be able to use Siri through the glasses
You can ask questions, get directions and translate without taking out your iPhone.
Reported
Reported
A credible source reported this.
It isn't confirmed yet and may change.
61% track record
61% track record
Similar reports have held up 61% of the time in our historical data.
Based on how reporting on smart glasses has held up, across 68 settled reports.
This does not mean this claim has a 61% chance of happening.
How the reporting has spread
This started with independent reporting and was later carried by other outlets. Repeats don’t count as new independent sources.
Independent sources
- Bloomberg
Outlets
8
How strongly each outlet put it
One camera takes photos while another powers Siri features
The second camera gives Siri real-time visual awareness.
Reported
Reported
A credible source reported this.
It isn't confirmed yet and may change.
61% track record
61% track record
Similar reports have held up 61% of the time in our historical data.
Based on how reporting on smart glasses has held up, across 68 settled reports.
This does not mean this claim has a 61% chance of happening.
How the reporting has spread
This started with independent reporting and was later carried by other outlets. Repeats don’t count as new independent sources.
Independent sources
- MacRumors
Outlets
5
How strongly each outlet put it
Health and fitness features won't arrive until after the first generation
Gurman says Apple wants them, in the way the Watch has them.
Reported
Reported
A credible source reported this.
It isn't confirmed yet and may change.
61% track record
61% track record
Similar reports have held up 61% of the time in our historical data.
Based on how reporting on smart glasses has held up, across 68 settled reports.
This does not mean this claim has a 61% chance of happening.
How the reporting has spread
This started with independent reporting and was later carried by other outlets. Repeats don’t count as new independent sources.
Independent sources
- Bloomberg
Outlets
7
How strongly each outlet put it
What Apple is doing about privacy
Apple is testing privacy protections no Apple product ships with today
It processes on the device, does no facial recognition and trains no AI on recordings.
Reported
Reported
A credible source reported this.
It isn't confirmed yet and may change.
61% track record
61% track record
Similar reports have held up 61% of the time in our historical data.
Based on how reporting on smart glasses has held up, across 68 settled reports.
This does not mean this claim has a 61% chance of happening.
How the reporting has spread
This started with independent reporting and was later carried by other outlets. Repeats don’t count as new independent sources.
Outlets
7
How strongly each outlet put it
Apple has prototyped a camera that reads objects but cannot take photos
Gurman still expects the shipping pair to carry cameras that capture.
Reported
Reported
A credible source reported this.
It isn't confirmed yet and may change.
61% track record
61% track record
Similar reports have held up 61% of the time in our historical data.
Based on how reporting on smart glasses has held up, across 68 settled reports.
This does not mean this claim has a 61% chance of happening.
How the reporting has spread
This started with independent reporting and was later carried by other outlets. Repeats don’t count as new independent sources.
Outlets
6
How strongly each outlet put it
An LED will light up whenever the cameras are recording
Apple has not said how big or how bright it will be.
Reported
Reported
A credible source reported this.
It isn't confirmed yet and may change.
61% track record
61% track record
Similar reports have held up 61% of the time in our historical data.
Based on how reporting on smart glasses has held up, across 68 settled reports.
This does not mean this claim has a 61% chance of happening.
How the reporting has spread
This started with independent reporting and was later carried by other outlets. Repeats don’t count as new independent sources.
Outlets
6
How strongly each outlet put it
When the glasses arrive
Apple is expected to unveil the glasses at WWDC in June 2027
That is a reveal rather than a release, so developers can build apps first.
Reported
Reported
A credible source reported this.
It isn't confirmed yet and may change.
61% track record
61% track record
Similar reports have held up 61% of the time in our historical data.
Based on how reporting on smart glasses has held up, across 68 settled reports.
This does not mean this claim has a 61% chance of happening.
How the reporting has spread
This started with independent reporting and was later carried by other outlets. Repeats don’t count as new independent sources.
Independent sources
- Bloomberg Technology
Outlets
5
How strongly each outlet put it
The glasses are expected to reach customers in late 2027
That is months after the WWDC reveal.
Reported
Reported
A credible source reported this.
It isn't confirmed yet and may change.
61% track record
61% track record
Similar reports have held up 61% of the time in our historical data.
Based on how reporting on smart glasses has held up, across 68 settled reports.
This does not mean this claim has a 61% chance of happening.
How the reporting has spread
This started with independent reporting and was later carried by other outlets. Repeats don’t count as new independent sources.
Outlets
7
How strongly each outlet put it
What comes after the first pair
Reported, but about a later model.
True AR glasses may not arrive until 2028 to 2030
Painting graphics onto the world needs optics that do not exist at eyewear size yet.
Reported
Reported
A credible source reported this.
It isn't confirmed yet and may change.
61% track record
61% track record
Similar reports have held up 61% of the time in our historical data.
Based on how reporting on smart glasses has held up, across 68 settled reports.
This does not mean this claim has a 61% chance of happening.
How the reporting has spread
This started with independent reporting and was later carried by other outlets. Repeats don’t count as new independent sources.
Independent sources
- Bloomberg
Outlets
1
How strongly each outlet put it
Apple's display glasses may not arrive until 2029 or later
Kuo expects optical waveguides, two years after the displayless pair.
Reported
Reported
A credible source reported this.
It isn't confirmed yet and may change.
64% track record
64% track record
Similar reports have held up 64% of the time in our historical data.
Based on how reporting on smart glasses has held up, across 68 settled reports.
This does not mean this claim has a 64% chance of happening.
How the reporting has spread
This started with independent reporting and was later carried by other outlets. Repeats don’t count as new independent sources.
Independent sources
- Ming-Chi Kuo
Outlets
2
How strongly each outlet put it
A later pair could run full visionOS when paired with a Mac
It would switch to a lighter interface when paired with an iPhone.
Reported
Reported
A credible source reported this.
It isn't confirmed yet and may change.
61% track record
61% track record
Similar reports have held up 61% of the time in our historical data.
Based on how reporting on smart glasses has held up, across 68 settled reports.
This does not mean this claim has a 61% chance of happening.
How the reporting has spread
This started with independent reporting and was later carried by other outlets. Repeats don’t count as new independent sources.
Independent sources
- Bloomberg
Outlets
1
How strongly each outlet put it
Report record
- AUG 292026
- AUG 32026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetApple smart-glasses health capabilities are expected to arrive gradually over later years.Record
- AUG 32026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetHealth capabilities are not expected at the initial Apple smart-glasses launch.Record
- AUG 32026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetSensors in future Apple smart glasses could eventually capture movement data for fitness tracking.Record
- AUG 32026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetApple wants future smart glasses to evolve into health and fitness devices.Record
- AUG 22026
- JUL 262026
- JUL 262026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetThe most likely Apple smart-glasses design is expected to include cameras with privacy protections.Record
- JUL 262026
- JUL 262026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetApple has considered smart glasses whose cameras assist AI features but cannot record photos or video.Record
- JUL 262026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetApple is prototyping new software privacy features for its smart glasses.Record
- JUL 262026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetApple is prototyping new hardware privacy features for its smart glasses.Record
- JUL 262026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetApple currently plans to unveil its first smart glasses at WWDC 2027.Record
- JUL 262026
- JUN 32026
- JUN 32026AnalystOpenNo outcome yetKuo said Apple's display-equipped AR glasses remained in development for 2029 or later.Record
- JUN 32026AnalystOpenNo outcome yetKuo said Apple's displayless AI smart glasses remained in development for shipment in 2027.Record
- MAY 312026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetApple's first smart glasses are not expected to have an in-lens augmented-reality display.Record
- MAY 312026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetApple smart glasses are expected to compete in the $200 to $500 price range in the United States.Record
- MAY 312026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetApple smart glasses are expected to come in multiple frame styles.Record
- MAY 312026
- MAY 312026
- MAY 312026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetApple's smart-glasses release target slipped from early 2027 because of development delays.Record
- MAY 312026
- MAY 312026
- MAY 312026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetGurman reported that Tim Cook regarded the smart glasses as his 'top priority' before handing over as CEO.Record
- APR 292026OtherOpenNo outcome yetThe first Apple smart-glasses version is not expected to include LiDAR or 3D cameras because those features are too…Sources: Unnamed source, MacRumorsRecord
- APR 292026
- APR 292026OtherOpenNo outcome yetThe lower-resolution wide-angle camera is expected to provide visual input to Siri.Sources: Unnamed source, MacRumorsRecord
- APR 292026OtherOpenNo outcome yetApple smart glasses are expected to use a lower-resolution wide-angle camera to read hand gestures.Sources: Unnamed source, MacRumorsRecord
- APR 292026OtherOpenNo outcome yetApple smart glasses are expected to use a high-resolution camera for capturing video.Sources: Unnamed source, MacRumorsRecord
- APR 292026OtherOpenNo outcome yetApple smart glasses are expected to use a high-resolution camera for capturing photos.Sources: Unnamed source, MacRumorsRecord
- APR 292026OtherOpenNo outcome yetApple smart glasses are expected to include two cameras.Sources: Unnamed source, MacRumorsRecord
- APR 292026
- APR 272026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetGurman reported that Apple wanted to launch lighter true AR glasses between 2028 and 2030.Record
- APR 262026
- APR 132026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetApple is expected to unveil its smart glasses at the end of 2026 or in early 2027, with release in 2027.Record
- APR 132026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetApple is considering vertically oriented oval camera lenses with surrounding lights.Record
- APR 132026
- APR 132026
- APR 132026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetApple smart glasses are expected to integrate tightly with iPhone.Record
- APR 132026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetApple is exploring many smart-glasses colors including black, ocean blue, and light brown.Record
- APR 132026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetOne Apple smart-glasses design in testing uses a smaller, more refined oval or circular frame.Record
- APR 132026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetOne Apple smart-glasses design in testing uses larger oval or circular frames.Record
- APR 132026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetOne Apple smart-glasses design in testing is a slim rectangular frame similar to Tim Cook's glasses.Record
- APR 132026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetOne Apple smart-glasses design in testing is a large rectangular Wayfarer-like frame.Record
- APR 132026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetApple is testing acetate as a high-end frame material for its smart glasses.Record
- APR 132026
- APR 122026
- APR 122026
- APR 122026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetGurman reported that Apple's first smart glasses had slipped to late 2027.Record
- FEB 172026
- FEB 172026
- FEB 172026
- FEB 172026
- FEB 172026
- FEB 172026
- FEB 172026OutletOpenNo outcome yetApple smart glasses are expected to answer questions about objects the wearer looks at.Record
- FEB 172026
- FEB 172026
- FEB 172026OutletOpenNo outcome yetApple smart glasses are expected to use Siri as a voice-based interface.Record
- FEB 172026OutletOpenNo outcome yetApple smart glasses are not expected to include a display in the lens.Record
- FEB 172026
- FEB 172026OutletOpenNo outcome yetApple smart glasses are expected to use a second camera for environmental context.Record
- FEB 172026OutletOpenNo outcome yetApple smart glasses are expected to use a second camera for Siri visual input.Record
- FEB 172026OutletOpenNo outcome yetApple smart glasses are expected to use a high-resolution camera for video.Record
- FEB 172026OutletOpenNo outcome yetApple smart glasses are expected to use a high-resolution camera for photos.Record
- FEB 172026OutletOpenNo outcome yetProduction of Apple smart glasses could begin as soon as December 2026.Record
- FEB 172026
- FEB 172026OutletOpenNo outcome yetApple recently gave its hardware engineering team smart-glasses prototypes.Record
- FEB 172026JournalistOpenNo outcome yetGurman reported that Apple had moved smart-glasses prototypes to hardware engineering, targeting 2027.Record
- FEB 22026
- FEB 22026
- FEB 22026OutletOpenNo outcome yetApple is expected to introduce its first smart glasses by the end of 2026.Record
- FEB 22026
- OCT 122025
- OCT 122025JournalistOpenNo outcome yetGurman reported that a future in-lens-display version of Apple's glasses may run full visionOS.Record
- OCT 12025JournalistOpenNo outcome yetGurman reported that Apple aimed to unveil its displayless N50 smart glasses as soon as 2026.Record
- SEP 142025JournalistOpenNo outcome yetGurman said Apple smart glasses without AR features were still expected for the end of 2026.Record
- JUL 42025AnalystOpenNo outcome yetApple smart-glasses shipments could reach 3 million to 5 million units or more in 2027.Record
- JUL 42025AnalystOpenNo outcome yetApple's first smart glasses are not expected to have built-in augmented-reality displays.Record
- JUL 42025
- JUL 42025
- JUL 42025AnalystOpenNo outcome yetApple smart glasses are expected to support hands-free voice controls.Record
- JUL 42025
- JUL 42025
- JUL 42025
- JUL 42025
- JUL 42025AnalystOpenNo outcome yetApple smart glasses are expected to enter mass production in the second quarter of 2027.Record
- JUL 42025AnalystOpenNo outcome yetKuo said Apple's smart glasses were expected to enter mass production in Q2 2027.Record
- MAY 222025
- MAY 222025OutletOpenNo outcome yetApple plans to produce large quantities of smart-glasses prototypes by the end of 2025.Record
- MAY 222025OutletOpenNo outcome yetApple smart glasses are not expected to include augmented-reality capabilities.Record
- MAY 222025OutletOpenNo outcome yetApple smart glasses are expected to answer questions about what the wearer is seeing.Record
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Nov 2024 · First sign of it
Gurman: Apple launching internal Atlas study on smart glasses concepts
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported Apple was running an internal employee study code-named Atlas, gathering feedback from Apple staff on smart glasses products already on the market. The initiative was led by Apple's Product Systems Quality team and was the first credible public signal that the company had moved beyond passive interest into active research for a wearable to compete with Meta Ray-Bans.
Jan 2025 · First sign of it
Bloomberg: Apple Glasses faces massive hurdles
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported Apple Glasses faced significant technical challenges. Siri's conversational AI, on-device processing, and miniaturized hardware were all cited as areas requiring substantial development before a product was viable. Originally reported by Bloomberg (Mark Gurman); AppleInsider is the linked write-up.
Oct 2, 2025 · Business move
Vision Pro production paused; engineering staff redirected to smart glasses
Dec 22, 2025 · Others confirmed it
Supply-chain sources: Foxconn, TSMC, Largan onboarded for N50
Apr 12, 2026 · Design and hardware
Four frame styles and dual cameras confirmed
Bloomberg's Gurman reported Apple was testing four N50 designs in premium acetate: a large Wayfarer-style, a slimmer rectangular, a larger oval, and a smaller oval, all under 50 grams. Separate reporting from MacRumors confirmed the N50 would carry two cameras — one for photos and video, and a wide-angle one for hand gestures and Siri visual input.
Apr 1, 2026 · Others confirmed it
Three outlets corroborate N50 hardware; Gurman skeptical on gestures
Three independent outlets confirmed N50 hardware details in April 2026, covering frame styles, dual cameras, and on-device chip configuration. Bloomberg's Gurman then disputed gesture control, reporting the first version would likely not support sophisticated hand gestures — a meaningful check on the corroborating reports.
May 2026 · Price
Gurman: $200 to $500, targeting mainstream eyewear — not the XR niche
May 1, 2026 · Business move
Cook: glasses are the priority before handoff. Ternus cuts headsets. Meade departs.
Bloomberg's Gurman reported Tim Cook views Apple Glasses as his top priority before handing leadership to John Ternus on September 1, 2026. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo then reported Ternus ordered a major overhaul of Apple's Vision product lineup, cutting planned headsets to concentrate engineering resources on smart glasses. In late June, Paul Meade, VP overseeing both Vision Pro and the glasses program, departed for OpenAI, reported separately by Bloomberg on June 26, 2026.
May 31, 2026 · Delayed
Bloomberg confirms late 2027: Siri not ready
Jun 26, 2026 · Business move
Paul Meade joins OpenAI
Jul 8, 2026 · Business move
Samsung Display scraps G-VR panel as Apple abandons cheaper Vision Pro
Samsung Display ended development of its G-VR glass-substrate OLEDoS microdisplay, built for a lower-cost Apple Vision Pro that Apple is no longer pursuing. The project, targeting a pixel density of 1600 to 1700 PPI at roughly half the cost of the original Vision Pro panel, is set for formal termination by September. Apple's pivot toward smart glasses drained momentum from the headset display program. Originally reported by The Elec; MacRumors is the linked write-up.
Jun 2027 · Expected reveal
Bloomberg reports Apple plans to unveil Apple Glasses at WWDC 2027
Oct 1, 2027 · Expected on sale
Bloomberg reports Apple aims to ship Apple Glasses in late 2027
Jun 2023 · Background
Vision Pro introduced
2025 · Background
Vision Pro ships only 45,000 units
Feb 2026 · First sign of it
Bloomberg: significant progress on N50
Apr 29, 2026 · Design and hardware
Dual cameras and gesture control reported
Jun 8, 2026 · Background
WWDC 2026: no Apple Glasses announcement
Jun 3, 2026 · First sign of it
Ternus reshapes the roadmap
At a glance
THIS PRODUCTApple Glasses
COMPARE WITHMeta Ray-Ban Gen 2Price
The starting list price, not a temporary sale price. It is usually the first thing that rules a product in or out.
$200–$500
From $379
Weight
Weight decides all-day comfort. Exact and approximate figures stay labeled as the makers state them.
Undisclosed
~50gReported: PCMag · Jul 11, 2026
Frame choice
Frame shape and size decide whether they suit your face, and it is the hardest thing to change after buying.
Four styles in testing: rectangular, slim rectangular, large oval, small ovalReported: 9to5Mac · Jul 13, 2026
Wayfarer, Skyler, Headliner, Blayzer Optics, Scriber OpticsReported: Meta · Jul 11, 2026150+ combinations
Show 14 more specifications⌄
Video
Camera hardware changes what you can capture and which visual features are possible.
YesReported: MacRumors · Jul 13, 2026
3K at 30fpsReported: Ray-Ban (official) · Jul 11, 2026
Connectivity
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and other connections determine what the device can work with.
BluetoothReported: Macworld · Jul 11, 2026tethered to iPhone
Bluetooth 5.3Confirmed: Meta (official) · Jul 11, 2026Wi-Fi 6
Frame partner
The eyewear partner decides the styles, the shops and where you get them fitted.
In-house (Apple-designed)Reported: 9to5Mac · Jul 13, 2026
EssilorLuxottica / Ray-BanReported: Wikipedia · Jul 11, 2026
Hands-free capture
Voice (Siri) + hand gestures (no physical button reported)Reported: MacRumors · Jul 11, 2026
Capture button + voice ('Hey Meta')Confirmed: Meta (official) · Jul 11, 2026
Microphones
More microphones is usually how a device picks your voice out of a noisy room.
ExpectedReported: MacRumors · Jul 13, 2026
5-mic (standard) / 6-mic (Optics frames)Confirmed: UploadVR · Jul 13, 2026
Walking directions
Directions via Siri (audio)Reported: Macworld · Jul 11, 2026
Audio turn-by-turn walking directions (driving pushed to phone)Confirmed: Meta Help (official) · Jul 11, 2026
Open-ear speakers
Reported: speakers in the framesReported: Macworld · Jul 11, 2026Apple has not specified open-ear
YesConfirmed: Meta Newsroom (about.fb.com) · Jul 13, 20262x open-ear speakers
Prescription lenses
For glasses, prescription support can decide whether the product is usable at all.
RumoredReported: AppleInsider · Jul 11, 2026
Via LensCrafters & Sunglass HutReported: LensCrafters · Jul 11, 2026
Ongoing cost
Some products need a membership after you buy the hardware.
Unknown
OptionalConfirmed: The Verge · Jul 12, 2026$19.99/mo
Visual AI
AI features vary from simple voice help to camera-based assistants.
Visual Intelligence via SiriReported: MacRumors · Jul 11, 2026
Look and ask Meta AI about what you seeConfirmed: Meta (official) · Jul 11, 2026
Water resistance
Water resistance matters for workouts, showers, swimming and everyday accidents.
Unknown
IPX4Confirmed: Meta (official) · Sep 23, 2026
More specs⌄
Processor
The processor affects speed, efficiency and which features the device can support.
Modified Apple Watch S-series chipReported: Forbes · Jul 11, 2026
Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1Confirmed: Qualcomm · Jul 11, 2026
AI platform
AI features vary from simple voice help to camera-based assistants.
Apple IntelligenceReported: Road to VR · Jul 11, 2026
Meta AIConfirmed: Meta Newsroom · Jul 11, 2026
Ar capable
Display size and type affect what you can see and how the product feels to use.
NoReported: MacRumors · Jul 13, 2026
No
Controls
Hand gestures via wide-angle cameraReported: UploadVR · Jul 13, 2026
NoConfirmed: PCMag · Jul 11, 2026touchpad + voice
Recording indicator
Indicator lights around the camerasReported: PetaPixel · Jul 13, 2026
Capture LEDConfirmed: Meta (official) · Jul 11, 2026
Sport
No
No
Model choice
NoReported: Mashable (citing Bloomberg) · Jul 12, 2026locked to Apple Intelligence/Siri
NoConfirmed: Ray-Ban/Meta (official) · Jul 12, 2026locked to Meta AI
Software
Software affects apps, updates and how well the device fits your other products.
iOSReported: Macworld · Jul 11, 2026
MetaConfirmed: Meta Newsroom · Jul 11, 2026
Phone needed
Some products work on their own while others depend on a companion phone.
NoReported: MacRumors · Jul 13, 2026iPhone required
NoConfirmed: PCMag · Jul 11, 2026phone required
Battery
More time between charges usually makes a wearable easier to live with.
Undisclosed
8 hrsReported: Meta Newsroom · Jul 11, 2026
Camera
Camera hardware changes what you can capture and which visual features are possible.
Dual ovalReported: UploadVR · Jul 13, 2026
12MPReported: TechInsights · Jul 11, 2026
Expected price: about $200–$500
Reported estimateThis figure was published by somebody else, not by Apple and not by us. It can change.
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Frequently asked questions
Questions about Apple Glasses
Top questions
How much will Apple Glasses cost?
No official price. Apple hasn't said what the glasses will cost. One report says a price somewhere in the AirPods to Apple Watch range would make sense. Meta's glasses start at $380.
When will Apple Glasses be released?
Late 2027. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman initially said Apple could introduce the smart glasses as soon as 2026, but now believes Apple won't debut them until late 2027. Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo also targets a 2027 launch.
Should I buy the Apple Glasses?
Wait until it is on sale. The Apple Glasses is not on sale yet. Apple Glasses is reported, not announced by Apple. Expected Late 2027 (reported window). See the full answer
Why was the release delayed?
Apple pushed the launch back. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman initially expected the glasses as soon as 2026; he now expects late 2027. Apple has not confirmed a specific reason for the delay.
What chip is in Apple Glasses?
A custom chip based on the one used in Apple Watch, low-power by design. The glasses handle local sensing and always-on triggers while offloading heavy processing to the paired iPhone.
Will Apple Glasses have a display?
No. The first model, code-named N50, is display-free. A future version with an in-lens display could launch as soon as 2028 or 2029.
Will Apple Glasses work without an iPhone?
Probably not fully. Reporting says the glasses may need a connection to an iPhone to provide functionality like music playback and AI assistance, though they will have some on-device capabilities.
How is this different from Vision Pro?
Vision Pro is a $3699 spatial computing headset. Apple's smart glasses are being developed as ordinary-looking glasses focused on AI, audio and cameras for everyday use, not another headset.
What specs will Apple Glasses have?
Based on leaks and supply-chain reports: two cameras, a higher-resolution one for photos and video and a lower-resolution one feeding AI, plus a microphone and speakers. No display, so the first Apple Glasses, code-named N50, are expected to rely on Siri and audio output. Final specs have not been confirmed by Apple.
Using it
How good is the camera?
It has 2 rear cameras. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
What does it cost?
It costs $200 to $500. That is the list price, before any subscription. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
Does it work with my phone?
It works with an iPhone only. There is no Android app.
Is it built for sport?
No, it is not built for sport. It is an everyday frame. Nothing stops you wearing it, but it is not made to grip. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
Can I take a photo without using my hands?
Yes, you can take one by voice. There is no capture button on the frame. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
Does it work without my phone?
No, it needs your phone. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
How does it connect?
It connects over Bluetooth. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
What chip is inside?
It runs on Apple-designed chip based on Apple Watch silicon. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
Which AI assistant does it use?
It uses Apple Intelligence. The assistant is fixed, so you cannot swap it. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
Does it do AR?
No, it does not do AR. Nothing is drawn over what you see. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
Can I get sunglass or clear lenses?
You can have either. It is sold as sunglasses and with clear lenses. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
Whose frames are they?
The frames are designed in house. No outside eyewear brand is involved. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
How many styles can I choose from?
There are 4 frames to choose from. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
Can people tell when it is recording?
Yes, a light comes on. People around you can see when the camera is running. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
Can it give me directions?
Yes, it can give you directions. It gives turn-by-turn directions without you taking your phone out. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
Can it translate?
Yes, it can translate. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
Does it have a screen?
No, it has no screen. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
Can I hear it without earbuds?
Yes, it has open-ear speakers that play out loud. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
Can I control it with gestures?
Yes, you can control it with gestures. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
Can it see and answer questions about what I am looking at?
Yes, it can see what you are looking at and answer about it. Outlets report this, but it is not officially confirmed.
Price and models
When will the Apple Glasses come out?
Expected Late 2027. It has not been announced. Basis: reported.
Apple has a new Vision Pro in the works for late 2028
Apple hasn't given up on the headset. The next one is more than two years away, and whether it copies Meta's pocket puck is still being argued inside the company.
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Two cameras, and only one of them takes pictures
The second lens feeds Siri what you are looking at. Mark Gurman doubts the first pair reads hand gestures at all.
The first Apple Glasses run on audio and cameras
Cameras, microphones and speakers are the whole interface. Apple is expected to unveil the glasses at WWDC 2027 and ship them late that year.
Apple's first glasses land at WWDC, not in stores
Apple plans to show the glasses at WWDC in June 2027 and sell them by the end of that year. The unveiling date has already moved twice.
Apple wants its glasses to be health devices, just not yet
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Apple may drop video to fix Meta's glasses problem
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Apple reportedly killing Vision Pro for glasses
John Ternus reportedly killed the Vision Pro himself. Late 2027 is a long time to wait while Meta ships.
Apple's AI glasses reportedly pushed to late 2027
Siri isn't ready, so Apple's glasses won't arrive until late 2027, giving Meta two more years of runway.
Apple glasses reportedly coming for Ray-Ban
Apple reportedly wants Ray-Ban's lunch and Warby Parker's dinner. It has done this before.
Siri gets an app, and a disclaimer
Siri's first standalone app in 15 years ships with a beta label. Apple knows.
Apple's next six products, ranked by how real they are
Gurman reports Apple has six new product categories in development, including AI AirPods, smart glasses, a pendant wearable, and a tabletop robot, launching mostly between 2026 and 2027.