Apple AI Hardware Roadmap: Camera AirPods, Smart Glasses, Foldable
Key Questions
What products is Apple testing with iOS 28?
Apple is testing four unreleased products including the 20th anniversary iPhone, foldable iPhone 2, and camera-equipped AirPods. Smart glasses are also part of the broader roadmap.
When are camera AirPods expected?
Camera AirPods are positioned as Apple's first wearable AI product with a late 2027 target. They align with the overall AI hardware progression including A20 Pro chips.
What is the updated timeline for Vision Pro 2 and Apple Glasses?
Vision Pro 2 has been delayed to 2028 with the roadmap scaled back to two glasses products. Apple Glasses are now expected in late 2027.
Bloomberg reports Apple testing iOS 28 with four unreleased products: 20th anniversary iPhone, foldable iPhone 2, and camera AirPods (first wearable AI product). A comprehensive synthesis adds smart glasses and chip progression (A20 Pro, A21, A22 Pro). Camera AirPods expected as AI wearable, aligning with earlier 2027 launch rumors. Vision Pro 2 delayed to 2028, roadmap scaled back to two glasses products; Apple Glasses late 2027.