It was recently reported that Apple is developing a new smart ring to compete with the likes of Samsung’s Galaxy Ring. Details are sparse at this stage, but a new report suggests Apple is considering a number of new wearable devices, including AirPods with cameras. This product could be in its early stages alongside smart glasses.
Apple is exploring the possibility of introducing AirPods with cameras, smart glasses and smart rings
Apple launched the Apple Watch in 2015. This was the company’s first device to measure health metrics. The company is currently considering further options to enhance the dynamics of data collection using a variety of devices. According to the latest information from Mark Garman, power on newsletter, Apple may be developing new wearable devices that could be suitable for launch within the next few years. The list of devices mentioned in the report includes smart rings, smart glasses, and AirPods with built-in cameras with additional sensors.
We previously covered how the company could be working on a new smart ring to compete with the likes of Galaxy Ring and Oura. The ring will be equipped with a number of sensors that can work with Apple Watch to detect and collect additional data on various health metrics. The report states that company executives received the smart ring idea from the industrial design team several years ago. Garman points out that the company is not actively developing a smart ring.
Beyond smart rings, Apple is also exploring the possibility of incorporating cameras and additional sensors into AirPods. The company’s engineers explored the option of installing lower-resolution cameras on AirPods. The analyst said that if Apple moves forward with the design, AirPods could offer AI-based features to help users with their daily tasks.
Finally, the report mentions that the company is also working on smart glasses with mixed reality capabilities. The device could function similarly to the Vision Pro, but due to its smaller size, the company might cut back on some features. Additionally, smart glasses could incorporate health-centric features for users.
The analyst said Apple’s smart glasses will compete with Meta’s Ray Ban smart glasses and Amazon Echo Frames. The wearable will have a built-in speaker and camera sensor. However, the wearable is not expected to be released anytime soon. This report is based on initial speculation and the final decision rests with Apple, so take this news with a grain of salt.
