Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has released fresh information regarding Apple's development of augmented reality glasses and a foldable iPad, with the AR glasses potentially launching between 2028 and 2030.
AR Glasses Timeline
According to Gurman's latest reporting, Apple's long-anticipated AR glasses may not reach consumers until the late 2020s. The 2028-2030 timeframe represents Apple's current internal projections for bringing the wearable technology to market.
Foldable iPad Development
The report also includes new details about Apple's work on a foldable iPad, though specific timeline information for this device was not provided in the available information.
Apple's Extended Reality Strategy
These developments come as Apple continues to invest in extended reality technologies. The company launched its Vision Pro mixed reality headset in early 2024, marking its first major entry into the spatial computing market. The AR glasses would represent a more consumer-focused and potentially more portable approach to augmented reality compared to the Vision Pro.
The extended development timeline for the AR glasses suggests Apple is taking a cautious approach to the technology, likely working to address technical challenges related to battery life, display quality, and form factor that have historically plagued AR wearables.
Apple has not officially confirmed these product timelines or provided public statements about the specific devices mentioned in Gurman's reporting.
