Meta, the tech giant behind Facebook and Instagram, has shifted its launch timeline for its highly anticipated mixed reality glasses, dubbed "Phoenix," to the first half of 2027. According to internal memos from Maher Saba, Meta's Reality Labs Foundation vice president, and Gabriel Aul and Ryan Cairns, senior executives, the company is now opting for a more refined approach, prioritizing "polished and reliable" experience over meeting an initially scheduled deadline.
The delay will allegedly grant Meta more breathing room to refine its product, which has been shrouded in mystery. Early reports suggest that Phoenix will boast a distinctive goggle-like design with an external power source, similar to the Apple Vision Pro's battery pack attachment. While details remain scarce, it appears that Meta is working on both a mainstream mixed reality glasses project and a limited-edition wearable codenamed "Malibu 2."
The latter has been linked to Meta's recent acquisition of Limitless, a startup behind the AI-powered wearable Pendant. The deal might signal an expansion of Meta's product portfolio beyond its traditional smart glasses and VR headsets, hinting at a broader foray into mixed reality technology.
The delay will allegedly grant Meta more breathing room to refine its product, which has been shrouded in mystery. Early reports suggest that Phoenix will boast a distinctive goggle-like design with an external power source, similar to the Apple Vision Pro's battery pack attachment. While details remain scarce, it appears that Meta is working on both a mainstream mixed reality glasses project and a limited-edition wearable codenamed "Malibu 2."
The latter has been linked to Meta's recent acquisition of Limitless, a startup behind the AI-powered wearable Pendant. The deal might signal an expansion of Meta's product portfolio beyond its traditional smart glasses and VR headsets, hinting at a broader foray into mixed reality technology.
. I think it's good that they're prioritizing polish over rushing out something that might not be perfect, though. Mixed reality glasses are gonna revolutionize how we interact with info and each other - it's gonna be wild to see what Meta comes up with 
. And yeah, the idea of Malibu 2 being a limited-edition thing is interesting... wonder if they're trying to create some hype around the product 
but i do wonder what's going on with "Malibu 2" - is that like a premium version or something? and how's this "refined approach" gonna play out in terms of price? 
also, i'm intrigued by the AI-powered Pendant thing...is that where the Malibu 2 comes from? gotta keep an eye on these developments 
It's like they're trying to outsmart us into waiting for something that'll actually impress us 
. And can we talk about how cute those goggle-like designs are?! 
. Honestly, I think it's for the best tbh. They need to get this right, can't just rush out something that'll look and feel sketchy. I mean, who wants a pair of glasses that's gonna give them headaches or whatever? 
Still curious about what they're working on with the Malibu 2 tho... sounds like it could be some interesting tech 
i dont know if im excited or annoyed lol idk if the delay is gonna be good or bad but i guess its better they take their time to get it right instead of rushing out something that might suck 
what if they do go for the limited edition thing tho? like, malibu 2 sounds kinda cool 
also wonder if meta's really planning on making mixed reality mainstream 
is kinda like what I expected to happen... these tech giants are always messing with us, right? 
They gotta get it just right, can't rush innovation. And honestly, it's good that Meta is taking the time to refine their product - mixed reality glasses are still a pretty new space, so I think they need to iron out some kinks before releasing something that might be, well, less than ideal.
still think they're gonna change our lives with these 
can't wait to try them out 
guess it's better to have a polished experience than a rushed one 
what's the point of even announcing it if they're not gonna meet the deadline? and what's with all these different projects? mainstream glasses, limited edition Malibu 2, and now some AI-powered Pendant thing... sounds like meta's trying to confuse us 
! I mean, can you imagine Meta rushing out some kinda mixed reality glasses that's still super glitchy? 
Their "polished and reliable" vibe is, like, so on-brand for them, you know? And now that they're taking the time to get it right, maybe we'll actually see something revolutionary come out of this instead of just a fancy smart glasses update 