Hey tech tribe! 😎 Big moves at Apple HQ: the team has hit pause on the planned Vision Pro headset refresh (code-named N100) to pour energy into next-gen AI-powered smart glasses. According to Bloomberg, staff from the lighter, cheaper headset project are now all-in on eyewear that could rival Meta’s Ray-Ban Display.
The original $3,499 Vision Pro launched in Feb 2024 with a bang, but mixed reviews and pricey competition (looking at you, Meta Quest) have slowed its momentum. So Apple is betting big on two smart-glasses models:
- N50: A sleek, iPhone-paired design without its own screen. Rumor has it we could get a sneak peek next year, ahead of a 2027 rollout.
- Display Model: Full-on AR display for 2028—but news is Apple’s fast-tracking this one to take on Meta’s smart shades sooner.
Expect heavy AI and voice controls baked in, making interactions feel like chatting with your smartest friend. 🤖📢 Apple’s move follows Meta’s recent show-and-tell of its $800 smart glasses and sports-ready Oakley Vanguard at Connect.
Last month’s Apple event served up new iPhones and a slimmer iPhone Air, but left many wondering how the tech giant plans to catch up in the AI race. These AI glasses could be the game-changer—especially for young pros in Mumbai to Manila who live on the go and crave instant, hands-free info. 🌏✨
Reference(s):
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