Apple may launch smart glasses and AirPods with cameras by 2027: Report

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Apple is working on new vision-based products, including smart glasses and AirPods equipped with cameras, following a trend set by Meta's collaboration with Ray-Ban. According to a report by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, these devices are expected to hit the market around 2027, though development is still in progress, and there is no guarantee they will be released.

The company is expanding its focus on wearable technology and augmented reality, aiming to improve user interaction. While these products are not ready for immediate release, they signal Apple's long-term strategy to integrate advanced visual intelligence into various devices.

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Apple's development efforts center on recouping its large investment in Apple Vision Pro technology. This visual intelligence will be incorporated into the new smart glasses, which will feature cameras, speakers, and microphones. The glasses are set to resemble Meta's Ray-Ban models but will not include a full augmented reality display. Instead, they will enhance functionality through visual intelligence, offering a more streamlined, hands-free experience.

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In addition to the smart glasses, Apple is also exploring the possibility of AirPods with cameras. The idea of adding cameras to earbuds has been met with mixed reactions, especially regarding privacy concerns. Despite this, Apple continues to experiment with ways to integrate camera functionality into the design while focusing on its visual intelligence capabilities.

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By integrating visual intelligence across multiple devices, Apple seeks to maximize the return on its research and development investments. This move positions the company to potentially become a leader in the growing wearable