Meta Reality Glasses Delay Until 2027
- Meta, the parent company of Facebook, is developing new mixed reality glasses under the codename Phoenix, as reported by Business Insider.
- Meta currently offers VR headsets and Ray-Ban smart glasses.
- The delay was announced in internal memos from Meta executives following meetings with CEO Mark zuckerberg, according to Business Insider.
Meta Delays Release of mixed Reality Glasses, Codenamed Phoenix
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Updated December 6, 2025, 22:04:40
Development and Timeline
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, is developing new mixed reality glasses under the codename Phoenix, as reported by Business Insider. The initial release date was planned for the second half of 2026, but has now been pushed back to the first half of 2027.
Design and Differentiation
Meta currently offers VR headsets and Ray-Ban smart glasses. However, the phoenix glasses are expected to differ in format, reportedly resembling the Apple Vision Pro with a separate, puck-like external power source.
Reasons for the Delay
The delay was announced in internal memos from Meta executives following meetings with CEO Mark zuckerberg, according to Business Insider. Zuckerberg reportedly urged the team to prioritize sustainability and deliver higher quality experiences.
Meta’s metaverse leaders, Gabriel aul and Ryan Cairns, stated that the additional time will allow them to “get the details right,” as reported by Business Insider.
Metaverse Budget Adjustments
This delay comes amid broader adjustments to Meta’s metaverse strategy. Bloomberg reported on December 4, 2025 that Meta plans to slash its metaverse budget by up to 30%.