Apple's new smart glasses may enable control through hand gestures.

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      Apple has officially entered the smart glasses market, and new information shared with MacRumors offers a clearer insight into what to expect from the company's version of the Meta Ray-Bans.

      The glasses will feature two cameras. The first will be a high-resolution lens designed for taking photos and videos intended for sharing. This capability will be similar to that of the Meta Ray-Bans.

      The second camera will be a low-resolution wide-angle lens that interprets hand gestures and provides visual input to Siri. If you're familiar with the Vision Pro, the gesture control will feel instinctive.

      Apple is clearly investing heavily in this input method, and given the impressive gesture detection of the Vision Pro—considered the best among VR headsets—this doesn’t come as a surprise.

      So, what is lacking in Apple's smart glasses?

      Quite a bit, actually, and this is by design. The initial version does not include a display, LiDAR, 3D cameras, or augmented reality features. The primary reason for this omission is battery life.

      Apple aims to keep the glasses slim and lightweight, and incorporating power-intensive hardware would complicate that goal. The new glasses seem to be focused particularly on content creators and users aiming to capture life's memorable moments hands-free.

      The glasses are expected to run a more advanced version of Siri, the same one Apple plans to introduce with iOS 27. Users will be able to take photos, record videos, make phone calls, and ask Siri questions about their surroundings.

      What will Apple's smart glasses look like?

      Apple is experimenting with various styles and is reportedly using acetate, a lightweight and flexible plant-based material that offers greater comfort than standard plastic.

      An early preview might be revealed later this year, with a complete launch anticipated in 2027. I'm eager for the new Apple glasses, especially since I've been quite impressed by the Meta Ray-Bans, although I refrained from buying them due to the various privacy concerns that have come to light in recent months.

      A typical pair of glasses equipped with photo-capturing features and a built-in smart assistant that ensures privacy? I'm definitely interested.

      Rachit is an experienced tech journalist with over seven years covering the consumer technology sector.

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