Apple is reportedly preparing to introduce its first Siri AI-powered smart glasses in June 2027, with a commercial release expected before the end of that year. The upcoming wearable, internally codenamed N50, will combine cameras, microphones, speakers, and an improved Siri assistant to help users interact with their surroundings and control iPhone apps through voice commands.
According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple has largely finalized the hardware, although software development remains a challenge. The glasses will compete with Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses while offering deeper integration with Apple’s existing ecosystem.
Siri AI Will Be the Main Feature
Apple plans to make Siri AI the primary interface for its smart glasses, allowing users to complete everyday tasks without reaching for their iPhones.
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The company is expanding Siri’s ability to perform specific actions inside third-party applications through its App Intents framework. Starting with iOS 27.3, Apple has begun laying the groundwork for these capabilities, with broader developer support expected in 2027.
For example, users could ask Siri to book an Uber, reserve a restaurant through OpenTable, order Starbucks coffee, or purchase movie tickets through supported applications.
The glasses will also use Apple’s Visual Intelligence technology to understand the surrounding environment. Users could identify buildings, translate signs, ask questions about objects, or receive cooking suggestions based on ingredients visible through the cameras.
However, third-party applications will run on a paired iPhone rather than directly on the glasses.
Design, Cameras, and Hardware
Apple’s first smart glasses will reportedly resemble conventional eyewear, with a design slightly thinner than Meta’s second-generation Ray-Ban glasses.
Current prototypes feature oval-shaped camera openings that sit flush with the frames, along with a front-facing indicator light that shows when the glasses are active or charging.
Earlier reports described a dual-camera system featuring a high-resolution camera for photography and video alongside a computer-vision camera that provides environmental information to Siri.
Apple is also developing a custom processor based on older Apple Watch chips. The glasses reportedly run a simplified version of visionOS, optimized for lightweight hardware and voice-based interactions.
Other expected hardware features include:
- Built-in speakers for music, calls, and FaceTime audio.
- Microphones for Siri commands and conversations.
- Wi-Fi connectivity for limited functionality away from an iPhone.
- A compact magnetic charging connector that supports charging while wearing the glasses.
- Multiple frame styles and colors.
Audio quality is reportedly a major development priority, with Apple engineers describing the prototype’s sound performance as industry-leading.
Will Apple’s Smart Glasses Have an AR Display?
The first-generation model is expected to launch without an augmented reality display, meaning users will receive information primarily through Siri’s spoken responses.
Unlike the Apple Vision Pro, the glasses will focus on everyday AI assistance rather than displaying virtual windows or immersive environments.
Apple is reportedly developing a separate, more advanced model with integrated displays, although that product is expected later.
Privacy Will Be a Major Priority
Apple is also working on additional privacy protections for its camera-equipped glasses.
Previous reports suggest the company has tested several camera configurations, including prototypes designed to recognize surroundings without allowing conventional photo or video recording.
Potential safeguards include visible recording indicators, on-device processing, and restrictions on facial recognition. However, Apple has yet to confirm which features will appear in the final product.
Apple Smart Glasses Release Date and Expected Price
Apple currently targets WWDC 2027 for the announcement, followed by shipments before the end of 2027. However, Gurman reports that ongoing software development could affect this timeline.
Apple has not announced official pricing, battery specifications, or a final product name. Earlier reports suggest the company intends to compete with smart glasses priced between $200 and $500, although its actual pricing remains unknown.
For now, Apple’s biggest challenge is delivering a reliable Siri AI experience that makes camera-equipped glasses useful throughout the day. The success of that approach will depend heavily on third-party app integration, privacy protections, and how naturally the glasses work alongside the iPhone.
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