Apple's smart glasses are anticipated to be released toward the end of 2027 following some delays.

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      Apple has grand aspirations for smart glasses, targeting a $200 billion eyewear market with 2.2 billion potential customers, making it a personal priority for Tim Cook.

      The tech giant in Cupertino has been developing smart glasses for several years, but if you were expecting to purchase a pair this year, Bloomberg has news that may not be favorable.

      Mark Gurman reports that Apple’s smart glasses, known internally as N50, have been postponed beyond their initial schedule. They were originally set for unveiling at the end of 2026 with a release planned for early 2027. Now, the aim is to launch them in late 2027.

      Why is Apple falling behind in a market already dominated by Meta?

      This delay is not unexpected.

      The N50 smart glasses rely significantly on a redesigned Siri, which has been the primary cause of delays in Apple's overall product schedule.

      Referring to it as the revamped Siri or Siri 2.0, it has hindered not just the smart glasses but also AirPods with cameras, as well as various smart home devices where Siri acts as the main interface.

      In contrast, Meta has invested the past two years in advancing its AI-powered smart glasses. Additional Meta announcements related to smart glasses are anticipated as early as June.

      What is Apple truly developing?

      Despite the postponements, I must acknowledge Apple for its ambition in product development.

      The initial Apple glasses will feature oval cameras, a variety of frame styles, and distinct color options. Like other Apple products, they will connect to the iPhone and utilize the company’s ecosystem of over two billion active devices.

      In the long term, Apple believes the glasses could develop into health devices, with future versions possibly incorporating augmented reality. However, true AR glasses are not expected until the end of this decade.

      Apple aims to capture a slice of the $200 billion global eyewear market, focusing on the $200 to $500 price range.

      To me, it appears Apple is employing a strategy similar to that of its smartwatch venture with these smart glasses. The company outperformed Fossil and Swatch by creating a tech device that competes with fashion items. However, while the Apple Watch was among the first mainstream smartwatches, the smart glasses market is already a growing sector led by Meta.

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      Apple is preparing to release new Beats headphones, already seen on Barca player Lamine Yamal.

      Beats has new over-ear headphones in the works, but the company itself, nor Apple, has officially announced anything. The news surfaced from 18-year-old Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal, who was spotted wearing the unreleased pink Beats headphones while arriving at Spain's World Cup training camp. He shared photos and a video on Instagram that received over 1.8 million likes.

      Out of nowhere, Acer recently unveiled two stylish smart glasses.

      Acer's unexpected smart glasses launch ahead of Computex 2026 introduces two genuinely practical options to the market.

      In 2026, the smart glasses discussion is largely centered around a few major players: Meta, Samsung, and Google. While other companies have existing products, they might not have anticipated competition from this PC and laptop brand making its entrance. Acer has quietly released two pairs of smart glasses prior to Computex 2026, and neither appears to be an experimental product.

      What capabilities does Acer’s wired AR headset offer?

      Following smart glasses, Meta seems poised to introduce an AI-enabled pendant that listens continuously.

      Meta’s goals for smart glasses are well known. The company has dedicated recent years to convincing consumers that AI should be worn. Now, if a report proves true, it aims to get even closer with an AI-powered pendant they plan to test within the next year. This wearable would join a growing lineup of AI devices, but unlike smart glasses, it may quietly capture audio from around your neck.

      This idea is familiar due to Meta’s 2025 acquisition of AI startup Limitless, whose main product was a pendant—a clip-on microphone designed to continuously capture conversations and background sounds, subsequently transforming them into searchable transcripts, summaries, and reminders. At the time, the acquisition appeared to be a strategic investment in AI wearables, and now it seems Meta might be ready to capitalize on it.