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Meta's Next Big Thing: Camera-Free Smart Glasses Unveiled?
21 Sep
Summary
- Meta's Connect 2026 event is scheduled for September 23.
- New camera-free smart glasses are rumored to be revealed.
- A 'Phoenix' headset resembling Xreal and Google's XR glasses is expected.
Meta is gearing up for its Connect 2026 event, scheduled to begin on Wednesday, September 23rd, at 4 p.m. PT. Mark Zuckerberg and the Meta team are anticipated to introduce new hardware during the keynote.
Significant speculation surrounds the potential launch of innovative smart glasses, notably a rumored pair lacking cameras. Additionally, a new headset codenamed 'Phoenix' is expected, drawing comparisons to existing XR glasses from companies like Xreal and Google.
While the event traditionally highlighted virtual reality, the current focus appears to be shifting towards augmented reality. It remains unclear if a new Quest VR headset will be announced, leaving this aspect as a point of anticipation for attendees and followers.
