Apple is testing a large rectangular frame comparable to Ray-Ban Wayfarers, a thinner rectangular design similar to the glasses worn by Apple CEO Tim Cook, a larger oval or circular frame, and a smaller oval or circular option. Apple is also considering a range of colors, including black, ocean blue, and light brown.
Internally codenamed N50, Apple's upcoming smart glasses will directly compete with the second-generation Ray-Ban Meta model. Although similar, Apple's model may differ thanks to a design with "vertically oriented oval lenses with lights around them."
Like Meta's smart glasses, Apple's upcoming product will capture photos and videos but is also intended to better synchronize with the iPhone, enabling users to leverage Apple's ecosystem for editing and sharing content, phone calls, notifications, music, and even using the voice assistant, claims Gurman. The launch of Apple's smart glasses could even coincide with the upcoming enhanced Siri assistant, expected to arrive with iOS 27.
Gurman reported that Apple could introduce its smart glasses as early as late 2026 or early 2027, followed by an official market release during 2027. As for the competition, Meta has launched its latest model, which is better suited for prescription lenses and even more customizable.