Apple’s Smart Glasses Roadmap: Two Models Planned Starting 2027

Apple is reportedly shifting its strategy for head-mounted displays, moving away from expanded headset lineups to focus on smart glasses. According to a report from PCMag, Apple’s incoming CEO has canceled the development of the Vision Pro 2 and the Vision Air.

This pivot represents a significant change in the company’s approach to spatial computing and wearable technology. The cancellation of these two headset models suggests a move away from the more immersive, bulkier form factors of the Vision series in favor of a more streamlined device.

Industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo indicates that Apple’s roadmap for headsets and smart glasses has been streamlined. According to Kuo, the current plan now consists of only two smart glasses products.

One of these smart glasses models is expected to launch in 2027.

The decision to cancel the Vision Pro 2 and Vision Air suggests that the company is prioritizing a product that fits more naturally into daily use. While the original Vision Pro targeted high-end spatial computing, the shift toward smart glasses indicates a focus on a different user experience and potentially a different market segment.