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Apple's Smart Glasses Delayed to Late 2027
1 Jun
Summary
- Apple's AI smart glasses are now expected in late 2027.
- Development hurdles have pushed back the anticipated release date.
- The glasses are a high priority for Tim Cook and John Ternus.
Apple's forthcoming AI smart glasses, a significant element of the company's product strategy, are now slated for a late 2027 release. This adjustment from an earlier projection of early 2027 is due to development challenges encountered during the project's progression.
Outgoing CEO Tim Cook reportedly champions the smart glasses as his highest priority, with John Ternus, set to take over in September, leading the product development team. The design is anticipated to feature unique elements like oval cameras and various frame options to differentiate from competitors.
Future iterations of the smart glasses could incorporate health monitoring features and augmented reality capabilities. The smart glasses market itself is experiencing rapid growth, with a reported 139% year-over-year increase in the second half of 2025 compared to the previous year, indicating a burgeoning sector for such devices.
