Apple's Next Big Move: Three AI Wearables That Could Change How We Interact With Tech
Apple Bets Big on AI Wearables With Three New Devices
Tech giant Apple is reportedly pushing forward with not one, but three artificial intelligence-powered wearable devices that could redefine how we interact with technology. According to industry sources, these include smart glasses, an AI pin or pendant, and camera-equipped AirPods - all designed to integrate tightly with iPhones and a smarter version of Siri.
Seeing the World Through AI Eyes
The most ambitious project appears to be Apple's smart glasses, seen as a direct challenger to Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses. What sets Apple's version apart? The company is reportedly ditching screens entirely in favor of voice interaction. Prototypes already exist within Apple's hardware team, with production potentially starting as early as December 2026 for a 2027 launch.
These glasses won't just be another camera accessory. They're expected to feature:
- A high-resolution camera for photos/videos
- A dedicated environmental awareness camera
- Voice-controlled calling, music playback and media capture
- Potential text recognition capabilities (think automatically adding events to your calendar)
- Real-time translation services
The emphasis on premium materials suggests Apple wants these to feel like luxury items rather than tech gadgets - a clear differentiation from Meta's approach.
Subtle But Smart: The AI Pin/Pendant
For those who don't want tech on their face but still crave smarter interactions, Apple might have another option coming. Their mysterious "AI pin" or pendant remains in early development but could debut around the same time as the glasses.
This discreet wearable would feature:
- Low-resolution cameras strictly for environmental awareness (no photos/videos)
- Built-in microphone for Siri interactions
- Speaker capability for two-way conversations
- Clip/pendant design for attaching to clothing or bags
The interesting twist? Apple apparently plans to market this as an iPhone accessory rather than standalone product - perhaps keeping costs down while ensuring seamless integration.
Hearing More Than Just Music: Camera AirPods?
The fastest-moving project might surprise you - AirPods with built-in cameras. Yes, you read that right. While details remain scarce, these could arrive sooner than expected (possibly even this year). Like the AI pin, they'd use low-res cameras strictly for gathering information about your surroundings rather than capturing media.
The common thread across all three devices? They're designed around:
- Enhancing Siri's capabilities by giving it "eyes"
- Providing contextual awareness about your environment
- Offering hands-free interaction options beyond your phone screen
- Maintaining Apple's signature premium feel
- Working seamlessly within the existing Apple ecosystem
The big question isn't whether these products will impress technically - knowing Apple they likely will - but whether consumers are ready for this level of ambient computing in their daily lives.
