Apple has reportedly canceled its augmented reality (AR) glasses project, according to tech analyst Mark Gurman. Unlike the Vision Pro headset, these glasses were not designed to function independently but were meant to connect with a Mac to display information, images, and videos. The report was published by GSM Arena.
According to the report, Apple shut down the project this week. The company had planned to incorporate a projector-based display system into the glasses, making them appear like regular eyewear while providing digital overlays. Additionally, Apple was experimenting with a feature that could adjust the tint of the lenses based on user activity.
Apple aimed to develop a more user-friendly and accessible device compared to the Vision Pro. However, due to technological challenges and difficulties in managing production costs, the company ultimately decided to discontinue the project.
This decision gives Meta a competitive edge, as the company has already launched smart glasses in collaboration with Ray-Ban, selling over a million units. Meta is also planning to release its AR glasses in 2027—the same timeframe Apple had initially considered for its own launch.
Apple had first planned to link the glasses with an iPhone, but insufficient processing power and high battery consumption made it unfeasible. Later, the company attempted to integrate them with Mac devices, but it failed to achieve the desired functionality, leading to the project’s cancellation.
