The Lab · 2026-03-26 17:27:04 · The Verge
Meta and its hardware partner EssilorLuxottica are poised to launch the next generation of their Ray-Ban AI glasses, with two new models identified in recent FCC filings. The filings, published earlier this month, describe the tested devices as production units, strongly indicating that a commercial release is imminent...
The Vault · 2026-03-31 17:27:19 · TechCrunch
The fitness tracking startup Whoop has just closed a massive $575 million Series G funding round, a move that has tripled its valuation to a staggering $10 billion. This capital injection, arriving at a premium valuation, immediately raises the central question of what comes next for the company, with an initial public...
The Lab · 2026-04-10 12:22:43 · TechCrunch
Snap is moving closer to breaking its years-long hiatus on consumer augmented reality glasses, reigniting a project that has seen more teases than tangible products. The company has formed a new strategic partnership with chip giant Qualcomm, a move that promises concrete technical momentum for the long-awaited next ge...
The Lab · 2026-04-12 20:22:29 · TechCrunch
Apple's long-rumored smart glasses project has been significantly scaled back from its original, more ambitious vision. According to a new report, the company is now testing four distinct designs for the upcoming wearable, marking a clear step back from earlier plans that envisioned a full suite of mixed and augmented ...
The Lab · 2026-04-13 09:52:24 · Seeking Alpha
Apple is actively testing multiple hardware designs for its anticipated AI-powered glasses, with a key focus on the camera system. According to a report, the company is evaluating four distinct design prototypes, with one notable variation featuring oval-shaped camera lenses. This specific design consideration signals ...