Don’t look for Apple’s smart glasses to be unveiled until 2027’s Worldwide Developer Conferences, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman says in his latest “Power On” newsletter.
Some pundits had predicted that the “Apple Glasses” would be previewed, but apparently not. Gurman says Appel is planning for the device to pack “a slew of new hardware and software-related privacy features” not available on current products. He didn’t elaborate on specific features, but said Apple’s marketing will likely emphasize the privacy measures of its glasses compared to rival products like the Meta Ray-Bans.
Gurman did say that the tech giant has considered Apple Glasses equipped cameras for AI features, but without photo and video recording capabilities. On the other hand, Gurman says Apple has also prototyped smart glasses without a camera system at all.
In the past, he has said that the company is testing four different types of frames for its upcoming smart glasses:
° A large rectangular frame, reminiscent of Ray-Ban Wayfarers;
° A slimmer rectangular design;
° Larger oval or circular frames;
° A smaller, more refined oval or circular option
The body of the “Apple Glasses” will purportedly be made with acetate, one of the first synthetic fibers used in eyeglass frames, photographic films, and synthetic fabric. Gurman has said that Apple is exploring a variety of finishes, including black, ocean blue and light brown. He has added that the front cameras on the glasses will be arranged in an oval pattern, surrounded by indicator lights.
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