Apple Smart Glasses are being developed with a strong focus on user privacy. The device is positioned as a gadget that offers constant access to artificial intelligence and allows users to capture photos and videos from a first-person perspective for sharing on social media. Amid criticism of Meta over privacy concerns, Apple aims to address these issues with its own smart glasses.

Launch Timeline and Platform Preparation

The initial announcement of Apple Smart Glasses was planned for the end of this year, but the timeline has been pushed back. The device is now expected to be unveiled at the WWDC conference in June 2027, with shipments starting later that year. This delay will give developers extra time to prepare applications for the new platform’s launch.

Reasons for Delay and Privacy Concerns

The postponement is mainly due to the need to resolve privacy issues. Experience with Meta Smart Glasses has shown that some people feel uncomfortable around users of such devices because of the possibility of discreet video recording. As a result, wearing smart glasses is already banned in several places, including courts, casinos, public restrooms, schools, hospitals, fitness centers, and playgrounds.

Privacy Protection Measures

Apple is taking steps to enhance data security. The device will not feature facial recognition or continuous environmental monitoring using artificial intelligence. Most functions will be processed directly on the glasses or a connected iPhone, rather than in the cloud. Collected data will not be used to train AI, and video recordings will not be accessible to company employees. Apple has even considered the possibility of removing the camera entirely or disabling video recording.

Main Features of the Device

Apple Smart Glasses are expected to provide a full day of battery life, constant access to the Siri voice assistant, as well as calling and music playback features.