Meta and Apple Develop AI Wearable Ecosystems

Meta and Apple are reportedly developing new AI wearables: Meta's Malibu 2 smartwatch could replace the Display glasses' neural band and ship in 2026, while Apple is said to be building non-display smart glasses, an AI-powered pendant, and camera-equipped AirPods aimed at early 2027. Reports from The Information and Bloomberg on Feb. 20, 2026, remain unconfirmed.