Meta has officially postponed the launch of its next-generation mixed reality glasses, codenamed 'Phoenix,' from 2026 to the first half of 2027. The company stated the delay aims to deliver a more polished and reliable experience for users. This announcement coincides with Meta's acquisition of a startup specializing in smart wearable devices.
Media reports have revealed Meta's decision to postpone the official unveiling of its next-generation mixed reality glasses, codenamed "Phoenix," from 2026 to the first half of 2027. This decision was based on an internal memo from Maher Saba, Vice President of Meta's "Reality Labs" division, aiming to ensure the delivery of a more mature and market-ready product.
The reports indicated that Meta's leadership justified the delay by the desire to "deliver a more polished and reliable experience" for end-users. In a separate memo, executives Gabriel Aul and Ryan Cairns clarified that the new timeframe "will give the team more breathing room to get it right." Meta has not publicly disclosed many details about the Phoenix project, but previous reports mentioned that the design will be in the form of goggles with an external power source, somewhat similar to how the Apple Vision Pro connects to a battery pack.
Parallel to the Phoenix project, the internal memo also revealed Meta's work on a "Limited Edition" wearable device codenamed "Malibu 2." Additionally, Meta announced yesterday its acquisition of the startup "Limitless," which recently developed an AI-powered smart pendant called "Pendant." Although smart glasses and VR headsets dominate Meta's current product portfolio, the acquisition and the Malibu 2 project may signal the company's plans to expand its offerings in the smart wearable device market, strengthening its position in the converging technology market between the physical and digital worlds.
The decision to delay demonstrates Meta's keenness to compete strongly in the advanced hardware market, where it does not want to risk launching an incomplete product against powerful competitors like Apple. This approach reflects a shift in the company's strategy towards focusing on quality and the overall experience, rather than just racing to meet deadlines, which may ensure greater success for the product upon its final launch in 2027.
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