Late last month, The Information reported that Apple was developing an AI wearable—an AirTag-sized pendant with cameras that could be pinned to a user’s shirt. Now, Bloomberg writes that the development of such a device, along with two other AI-powered items, is accelerating as Apple looks to stay competitive with other tech giants racing to release similar products.
In addition to the AI pin, Apple is also speeding up the development of its upcoming AI-powered smart glasses, which have been code-named N50. Apple obviously has competition in this space, as other companies, including Meta and Snap, are working on similar products. Meta is arguably the most successful player when it comes to smart glasses, while Snap plans to release its “Specs” later this year.
Apple’s new smart glasses, which will supposedly include a high-resolution camera, may see a public release sooner rather than later. Bloomberg reports that the company is targeting the start of production as early as December, ahead of a public release in 2027.
Additionally, Bloomberg reports that Apple is working on AirPods with new AI capabilities. All of these items will be designed to connect to the iPhone and will include Siri, the company’s virtual assistant, as a critical component of the user experience. The glasses are being described as more upscale and feature-rich than the AirPods and the AI pendant. TechCrunch reached out to Apple for more information.