Apple smart glasses again rumored to support gesture recognition via built-in cameras
A repeat rumor says Apple's smart glasses will rely on gesture-based input, with the device featuring two built-in cameras, Siri , and not much else. Apple's smart glasses will support gestures, per multiple sources. Claims of Apple working on smart glasses date back to 2015, with analysts predicting a 2026 or 2027 release even before the Apple Vision Pro made its debut at WWDC 2023. Since then, we've continued to see new rumors about smart glasses development efforts, hardware , and features. A MacRumors report has effectively reiterated previously rumored hardware claims, while also suggesting the device will support hand gestures. The claim about gestures aligns with what analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said in June 2025 . Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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A repeat rumor says Apple's smart glasses will rely on gesture-based input, with the device featuring two built-in cameras, Siri , and not much else. Apple's smart glasses will support gestures, per multiple sources. Claims of Apple working on smart glasses date back to 2015, with analysts predicting a 2026 or 2027 release even before the Apple Vision Pro made its debut at WWDC 2023. Since then, we've continued to see new rumors about smart glasses development efforts, hardware , and features. A MacRumors report has effectively reiterated previously rumored hardware claims, while also suggesting the device will support hand gestures. The claim about gestures aligns with what analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said in June 2025 . Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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A repeat rumor says Apple's smart glasses will rely on gesture-based input, with the device featuring two built-in cameras, Siri , and not much else.
Apple's smart glasses will support gestures, per multiple sources.
Claims of Apple working on smart glasses date back to 2015, with analysts predicting a 2026 or 2027 release even before the Apple Vision Pro made its debut at WWDC 2023.
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