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Keep Forgetting What You Said? Meta Could Be Working on a Transcribing AI Pendant
Meta is reportedly planning to release an AI-powered pendant, which could record and summarize your conversations throughout the day. The reports, first published by The Information, come after Meta acquired Limitless in December 2025. The startup created a device called the Limitless Pendant, a clip-on blue microphone, which for a starting price of $199 gave users roughly 20 hours of free recording, transcription and summarization every month. The pendants, which no longer function in the UK, EU, Israel, South Korea, Turkey, and Brazil, worked via an accompanying app available on iOS, Android, and web. Using Limitless's product, consumers could attend an in-person meeting then later access AI-transcribed meeting notes via its Rewind app. The pendants have since ceased production following Meta's acquisition, though the company promised to support existing users for a year following the acquisition. The Information said that Meta is planning to test the device in 2027, but there was no indication of when it could eventually land with consumers. The internal memo from Alex Himel, Meta's vice president of wearables, also reportedly said that Meta is planning to expand its current lineup of smart glasses and to launch a subscription service aimed at businesses called Wearables for Work. The news of the ambitious plans to expand its selection of AI wearables comes amid severe losses at its hardware unit, despite sales of products like the Meta Ray Bans performing well. Reality Labs lost $4.03 billion in the first quarter of 2026, with revenue of just $402 million. Meta aims to sell 10 million wearable devices in the second half of 2026, as per The Information. Other always-recording AI wearables have been met with backlash in the real world. Friend, an AI-powered necklace that would listen to your surroundings and provide companionship for its users, had posters advertising its launch defaced in New York. Meanwhile, the potential privacy issues surrounding wearable products like the Meta Ray Bans are attracting more mainstream attention. David Harris, a former Meta AI researcher and lecturer at UC Berkeley, told BBC News earlier this month that technology "like this is fundamentally an invasion of privacy and it's really going to face more and more backlash."
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Meta is reportedly working on an AI pendant and more smart glasses - Engadget
'The Information' says Meta will release up to four new smart glasses before the year ends. Meta is developing an AI pendant and will start testing it over the coming year, according to The Information. In addition, the company is reportedly gearing up to release up to four more models of smart glasses before the year ends, as part of an aggressive plan to make up for the massive losses of its Reality Labs division, which houses its hardware business. While Meta has yet to confirm the report, it was pretty much a given that the company would start working on an AI pendant after it purchased Limitless in 2025. Limitless was the maker of an AI device literally called "Pendant," a clip-on Bluetooth microphone that listens and records everything you say or hear throughout the day so it can provide summaries, transcripts and a searchable database of conversations and things you record for yourself. "Meta recently announced a new vision to bring personal superintelligence to everyone and a key part of that vision is building incredible AI-enabled wearables," Limitless CEO Dan Siroker said at the time. The Information also reports that Meta is planning to expand its AI glasses selection significantly and to launch a business-focused subscription service called "Wearables for Work." Meta's VP for wearables, Alex Himel, reportedly wrote in an internal memo that the goal is to get more people to use the company's AI models and to compel them to pay for subscriptions. That includes subscriptions for Hatch, its unreleased consumer AI agent that's currently under development. (Meta recently launched subscriptions tiers with exclusive features for Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp, which will test out its new monthly payment system called Meta One.) The company also wants to expand its smart glasses offerings beyond its collaborations with Ray-Ban and Oakley, Himel wrote in the memo. According to the publication, Meta is debuting a new pair codenamed "Modelo" as soon as June. "Luna" and "RBM2 Refresh," which sounds like another Ray-Ban model, will follow this fall. The last pair that Meta plans to release this year in December is called "Mojito VIP." Meta is also reportedly testing models named "Artemis" and "SSG" (or "supersensing" glasses) for future releases. The new glasses will, of course, be powered by Meta's AI models, along with the unreleased AI agent Hatch. Hime told employees that Meta's goal is to sell 10 million wearables in the second half of 2026, not just by launching new products, but also by making them available in more countries. The company is aiming to get at least 10 companies to sign up for its Wearables for Work for commercial customers, as well, the publication says. It's targeting deployments to at least two large organizations that need 100 devices each. Meta's Reality Labs division has been bleeding money for years and lost $19 billion in 2025 alone. Mark Zuckerberg told investors during Meta's earnings call for the fourth quarter of 2025 that the division is going to focus on glasses and wearables going forward, and that the company expects the division's losses to gradually become smaller.
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Meta is building an AI pendant. It also plans a business subscription called Wearables for Work.
A leaked Meta memo confirms an AI pendant entering testing next year. The company also plans "Wearables for Work" and expanded AI glasses. Meta is developing an AI-powered pendant that it plans to start testing within the next year, according to an internal memo viewed by The Information. The device builds on the Limitless acquisition Meta completed at the end of 2025. Limitless made a pendant that users could clip to their shirt or wear as a necklace to record and transcribe conversations. The memo also outlines plans to expand Meta's AI glasses lineup and launch a business subscription called Wearables for Work. The enterprise tier would position Meta's hardware as a productivity tool rather than a consumer novelty. Reality Labs, Meta's hardware division, lost $4 billion in Q1 2026 alone. The AI pendant category has a troubled history. Humane's AI Pin launched in 2024 to withering reviews and was effectively dead within a year, with HP acquiring the startup's assets for $116 million. Friend, another AI pendant startup, spent more than $1 million on subway advertisements and struggled to find users. Neither device offered enough utility to justify wearing an additional gadget. Meta's approach is different in one important respect. It already has a wearables business that works. Meta sold more than seven million Ray-Ban smart glasses in 2025 and commands roughly 82% of the smart glasses market. The pendant would be a second form factor in an ecosystem that has proven consumer demand, not a standalone product betting on a category that does not yet exist. Limitless raised more than $33 million from investors including Sam Altman and Andreessen Horowitz before Meta acquired it. CEO Dan Siroker said at the time that Meta's vision for "personal superintelligence" through wearables aligned with what Limitless was building. The startup stopped selling devices to new customers after the acquisition but continued supporting existing users. The Wearables for Work subscription is the most commercially interesting detail in the memo. Meta's glasses already integrate with Meta AI for voice queries, real-time translation, and visual identification. An enterprise tier could add meeting transcription, ambient note-taking, CRM integration, and hands-free access to workplace tools. The concept mirrors Microsoft's Copilot subscription model but delivered through hardware rather than software. The wearables market is fragmenting into distinct categories. Apple Watch dominates the smartwatch segment but is losing momentum to screenless health trackers. Oura has filed for IPO. Whoop and Google's Fitbit Air emphasise passive data collection. Meta's pendant would sit in a fourth category: ambient AI capture, the always-on recording device that supplements rather than replaces a phone. The privacy implications are significant. Meta's Ray-Ban glasses have already faced lawsuits and regulatory scrutiny over how they handle footage captured by their built-in cameras. A pendant that records conversations raises the same concerns in a more intimate form factor. The regulatory environment in the EU, where Meta faces ongoing DMA enforcement and GDPR scrutiny, could constrain where the device is sold. Meta's hardware strategy is now spread across glasses, pendants, a planned smartwatch codenamed Malibu 2, VR headsets, and the Vision Pro competitor. The company is betting that AI wearables will reverse Reality Labs' cumulative losses, which have exceeded $60 billion since the division was created. The pendant is one piece of that bet. Whether it succeeds where Humane and Friend failed depends on whether Meta can make ambient AI recording useful enough that people will wear it, and trustworthy enough that the people around them will tolerate it.
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Meta is rumored to be working on an AI pendant, and smart glasses different to what we've seen before
* More hardware is reportedly on the way from Meta * We could get an always-on AI pendant and new smart glasses * The smart specs may involve new hardware partners As well as exploring premium subscriptions for its social media platforms, Meta is also reportedly developing new hardware too: an AI pendant, and smart glasses that are apparently going to be different to the models we've seen before. This is according to The Information, which says testing for the AI pendant will begin in the coming year. Presumably it works along similar lines to the Limitless AI Pendant which launched in 2024, as Meta acquired Limitless at the end of last year: the device records and processes audio, and can answer queries with its built-in chatbot. Details are thin on the ground at the moment, but we've seen quite a few of these AI wearables in recent years. From transcribing meetings to telling you what time you need to be at the station to catch the next train home, the idea is they act as constant companions ready to lend a hand at any moment. We know that ChatGPT developer OpenAI is working on something similar, though again there's not much in the way of solid information about what the something is, or what it'll do. We could be getting gadget launches from two of the biggest names in AI across the course of the next 12 months. More smart glasses As for the smart glasses, as per the report in The Information, there are apparently several new models coming. The rumored plan is to bring more partners on board, in addition to Ray Ban, which Meta already works with. As you would expect, Meta's own AI models are going to be providing the intelligence. The same report mentions a new 'Wearables for Work' project at Meta, intended to drive subscriptions for Meta's AI apps -- including an as-yet-unreleased AI agent called Hatch. Meta is apparently aiming to sell 10 million smart glasses in the second half of 2026, in part by expanding sales to more countries. There's more evidence for the incoming smart glasses via Android Authority: Meta has registered several new pairs of smart specs with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the US, a necessary regulatory step for new gadgets. These documents have been filed under the Meta name, which hasn't often been the case with previous wearables. That might suggest Meta is teaming up with another hardware partner, which lines up with what The Information is saying, but we'll have to wait for confirmation. Many other companies are expected to launch smart glasses soon too, including -- perhaps -- Apple. Follow TechRadar on Google News and add us as a preferred source to get our expert news, reviews, and opinion in your feeds.
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Meta plans to make an AI pendant and more smart glasses soon
Imagine this, but it does a lot less. Credit: TannySolt/Shutterstock Meta is looking to give customers even more ways to wear its logo on their bodies. The Information reported that Mark Zuckerberg's company is planning to develop and test an "AI pendant," which would most likely be something you clip on and wear so that it can use an on-board microphone to record everything you say throughout the day for the purpose of generating AI summaries, just in case you ever need that. The description of the device is not entirely speculative, as Meta recently acquired a company called Limitless that was responsible for a device literally called "Pendant" that did exactly those things. Beyond that, The Information reported based on an internal Meta memo that the company plans on releasing several new pairs of smart glasses by the end of 2026, to go along with a possible enterprise-focused subscription service called "Wearables for Work." The subscription part is not a surprise, given that the company just launched consumer-focused payment plans for apps like Instagram and WhatsApp this week. Anyway, the internal memo referenced four glasses models to be released this year, all under the following codenames: Modelo, Luna, RMB2 Refresh, and Mojito VIP. "RMB2 Refresh" is obviously another Ray-Ban model, but the others are more mysterious. Expect plenty of AI features and possible privacy concerns to be included in those glasses, if nothing else.
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After smart glasses, Meta apparently wants you to wear its all-listening AI pendant
Meta's ambitions for smart glasses are no secret anymore. The company has spent the past few years convincing people that AI belongs on their face. Now, if a new report is accurate, it wants to move even closer to them. According to a report from The Information, Meta is developing an AI-powered pendant that it plans to begin testing over the next year. The wearable would join an increasingly crowded lineup of AI hardware, but unlike smart glasses, this device may spend its days quietly listening from around your neck. That idea sounds familiar because it is. Meta acquired AI startup Limitless in 2025, and its flagship product was literally called the Pendant -- a clip-on microphone designed to continuously capture conversations and ambient audio, then turn them into searchable transcripts, summaries, and reminders. At the time, the acquisition looked like a strategic bet on AI wearables. Now it appears Meta may be ready to cash in. Meta wants AI to follow you everywhere The pendant itself is arguably the most fascinating part of the report because it highlights where Meta sees AI heading next. Chatbots live in apps. Smart glasses live on your face. A wearable microphone that continuously listens throughout the day takes things a step further. Instead of waiting for commands, the AI becomes a constant observer of your daily life, theoretically helping you remember conversations, meetings, ideas, and tasks without lifting a finger. It's also the kind of product that could make privacy advocates very uncomfortable. We've already seen consumers debate the use of cameras on smart glasses. A wearable built around always-on listening raises entirely new questions about consent, recording, and data storage. Reality Labs needs a win The reported pendant isn't arriving in isolation. The Information says Meta is preparing multiple new smart glasses models before the end of the year, including devices codenamed Modelo, Luna, RBM2 Refresh, and Mojito VIP. The broader goal appears to be to get more people to use Meta's AI services and eventually pay for them. The company is reportedly working on a business-focused "Wearables for Work" subscription and an unreleased AI agent known internally as Hatch. Together, they could become the foundation of a much larger wearables ecosystem. Meta has good reason to push aggressively. Its Reality Labs division reportedly lost $19 billion in 2025 alone, making it one of the company's most expensive bets. CEO Mark Zuckerberg has already signaled that glasses and wearables will become central to the division's future. The challenge is that smart glasses are already asking people to change their habits. Convincing them to wear an AI pendant that listens all day may prove to be an even bigger leap.
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Meta plans AI pendant and four new smart glasses models in 2026
Meta is developing an AI pendant and plans to release up to four new models of smart glasses before the end of the year, according to The Information. The company will begin testing the AI pendant within the coming year following its acquisition of Limitless in 2025. Limitless produced a device called "Pendant," which is a clip-on Bluetooth microphone that records conversations and provides summaries and transcripts. Limitless CEO Dan Siroker emphasized that Meta's strategy includes creating AI-enabled wearables. Alongside the pendant, Meta is preparing to launch a subscription service named "Wearables for Work," targeting business customers. Meta's VP for wearables, Alex Himel, stated in an internal memo that the goal is to increase the adoption of its AI models through paid subscriptions. This includes subscriptions for Hatch, its unreleased consumer AI agent. Meta is also expanding its smart glasses offerings beyond previous collaborations with Ray-Ban and Oakley. A new model codenamed "Modelo" is expected to debut as early as June. Following "Modelo," models named "Luna" and "RBM2 Refresh" are set to launch this fall, with the final release for the year planned for December under the name "Mojito VIP." Future models, including "Artemis" and "SSG" (supersensing glasses), are reportedly undergoing testing. The new smart glasses will incorporate Meta's AI models, including the unreleased Hatch agent. Meta aims to sell 10 million wearables in the second half of 2026, expanding the product's availability to more countries. The company also seeks to enroll at least ten organizations in its "Wearables for Work" plan, with plans for deployments to large organizations needing at least 100 devices each. Meta's Reality Labs division has faced significant losses, reporting a $19 billion loss in 2025. CEO Mark Zuckerberg noted that the division will prioritize glasses and wearables going forward while expecting losses to diminish over time.
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Meta plans AI pendant, 'wearables for work' in hardware boost: Report
The Facebook and Instagram owner plans to significantly expand its selection of AI glasses and add a business-focused service called "Wearables for Work" the report said, citing an internal memo by Alex Himel, Meta's vice president of wearables. Meta Platforms plans to start testing an AI pendant in the next year, as it charts a roadmap for wearable devices in an effort to reverse losses in its hardware division, The Information reported on Friday, citing a memo. Meta declined to comment to Reuters on the report. The Facebook and Instagram owner plans to significantly expand its selection of AI glasses and add a business-focused service called "Wearables for Work" the report said, citing an internal memo by Alex Himel, Meta's vice president of wearables. The report comes after Meta's hardware unit Reality Labs reported a loss of $4.03 billion in the first quarter on revenue of just $402 million. Meta aims to sell 10 million wearable devices in the second half of 2026, driving sales by launching new products and selling them in more countries, The Information said. It currently has partnerships with EssilorLuxottica brands Ray-Ban and Oakley to make AI-powered smart glasses. Last year, Meta acquired AI-wearables startup Limitless, maker of a pendant-style device that records and transcribes real-world conversations, to accelerate efforts towards developing next-generation AI-enabled wearables.
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Inside Meta's Leaked Roadmap for Four New AI Smart Glasses
Meta's latest plans for wearable technology have surfaced, revealing a bold vision for AI-integrated devices. According to a recent breakdown by TechAvid, the company is preparing to launch a lineup that includes four smart glasses models and an AI-powered pendant. The pendant, inspired by Meta's acquisition of Limitless, is designed to capture, transcribe and organize conversations, offering both personal and professional applications. Meanwhile, the smart glasses, starting with the Modello model this month, aim to combine practical functionality with AI-driven insights, such as real-time translations and navigation assistance. Dive into this breakdown to explore how Meta's Muse Spark AI model and Hatch agent are set to power these devices, allowing context-aware, proactive interactions. You'll also gain insight into the enterprise-focused "Wearables for Work" initiative, which aims to enhance workplace productivity through features like real-time transcription and task management. Whether you're curious about the consumer or business potential of these wearables, this guide unpacks the key takeaways shaping Meta's ambitious roadmap. Smart Glasses: A New Era of Wearable Tech Meta's roadmap reveals plans to launch four new smart glasses models by 2026, marking a significant evolution in wearable technology. The first model, Modello, is set to debut this month, followed by Luna and an updated RMBB2 model in the fall. The RMBB2 refresh will feature incremental upgrades, such as improved battery life, enhanced sensors and more sophisticated AI capabilities. To close the year, Meta plans to unveil Mojito VIP, a premium model designed for high-end users, offering innovative functionalities and a sleek design. These smart glasses aim to transform wearable technology by combining practical functionality with AI-driven experiences. Equipped with advanced sensors and AI models, the devices are designed to provide real-time insights and hands-free convenience. For instance, users could receive contextual notifications, navigation assistance, or even real-time translations, all while maintaining a seamless connection to their digital environment. This integration of AI into everyday accessories represents a significant step forward in how technology can enhance daily life. AI at the Core of Meta's Wearables Central to Meta's wearable strategy is the integration of its Muse Spark AI model and a new AI agent called Hatch. These technologies are designed to deliver proactive, context-aware interactions, allowing the devices to anticipate user needs and respond intelligently. For example, Hatch could assist with scheduling meetings, managing tasks, or offering reminders based on your habits and routines. This level of personalization aims to make wearables not just tools but intelligent companions that adapt to your lifestyle. The emphasis on AI integration reflects Meta's broader goal of transforming wearables into active participants in your daily activities. By using advanced machine learning algorithms, these devices can analyze patterns, predict user needs and provide tailored solutions. This approach has the potential to simplify complex workflows, enhance productivity and create a more intuitive relationship between humans and technology. Enhance your knowledge on Meta by exploring a selection of articles and guides on the subject. AI Pendant: A Bold New Category In addition to smart glasses, Meta is venturing into a new product category with its AI-powered pendant. Inspired by the company's acquisition of Limitless, this wearable device is designed to capture, transcribe and organize conversations. Imagine being able to effortlessly recall past interactions or search through a personal archive of discussions with just a few commands. The AI pendant is not limited to personal use; it holds significant potential in professional settings. It could record and summarize meetings, generate actionable insights and streamline information management in real time. For instance, during a business meeting, the pendant could provide instant summaries or highlight key points, saving time and improving efficiency. This innovation could fundamentally change how individuals and organizations access and use information, making it a valuable tool for both personal and professional contexts. Enterprise Applications: Wearables for Work Meta is also targeting the workplace with its "Wearables for Work" subscription service. This initiative aims to deploy approximately 100 devices per organization through pilot programs, focusing on improving workplace productivity and collaboration. By integrating AI-driven wearables into enterprise environments, Meta seeks to streamline workflows, enhance communication and foster innovation. Key features of these devices include: * Real-time transcription of meetings and conversations * Task management and scheduling assistance * Collaborative AI tools to support teamwork For businesses, these wearables represent an opportunity to use innovative technology to remain competitive in an increasingly digital world. By offering tools that simplify communication and optimize operations, Meta aims to position itself as a leader in enterprise-focused wearable solutions. Meta's Market Strategy and Business Goals Meta has set an ambitious target of selling 10 million wearable devices by the second half of 2026. This strategy is part of a broader effort to offset the substantial investments made by Reality Labs in developing next-generation computing platforms. By targeting both consumer and enterprise markets, Meta aims to establish itself as a dominant player in the wearable technology space. The company's approach combines hardware innovation with AI advancements, creating a comprehensive ecosystem designed to meet the diverse needs of individual users and businesses alike. By focusing on both functionality and user experience, Meta is positioning its wearables as essential tools for navigating an increasingly interconnected world. Addressing Privacy and Data Security As Meta pushes forward with its wearable technology, privacy and data security remain critical challenges. The ability of these devices to capture and store sensitive information raises valid concerns about user privacy and the potential for misuse. Regulators and privacy advocates are likely to scrutinize Meta's efforts, especially as the company expands its AI capabilities. To build trust and encourage adoption, Meta will need to implement robust data protection measures and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Transparency will be key, as will providing users with control over their data. For instance, features that allow users to customize data-sharing settings or delete stored information could help address these concerns. By prioritizing privacy and security, Meta can foster confidence in its technology and encourage broader adoption. Shaping the Future of AI Wearables Meta's wearable technology represents a bold step toward a future where AI companions are seamlessly integrated into daily life. By combining advanced hardware with intelligent AI systems, these devices have the potential to redefine human-AI interaction. Whether through smart glasses, AI pendants, or enterprise-focused solutions, Meta is working to create a world where technology enhances both personal and professional experiences. However, the company's success will depend on its ability to balance innovation with responsibility. Making sure that these products respect privacy, prioritize security and deliver meaningful value to users will be critical. The next few years will be pivotal in determining how Meta's vision for wearable technology unfolds and whether it can truly transform the way we interact with AI. Media Credit: TechAvid Disclosure: Some of our articles include affiliate links. If you buy something through one of these links, Geeky Gadgets may earn an affiliate commission. Learn about our Disclosure Policy.
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Meta seems to be working on an AI pendant and more smart glasses
Meta is supposedly releasing up to four new smart glasses before the end of this year. Meta is reportedly developing an AI pendant and will start testing it over the coming year, according to The Information, and reported by Engadget. There are also up to four more models of smart glasses coming before the end of this year. Meta purchased Limitless in 2025, and Limitless was the maker of an AI device called "Pendant". This was a clip-on Bluetooth microphone that listens and records everything you say or hear throughout the day, and it can provide summaries, transcripts and a searchable database of conversations and things you record for yourself. Meta is also planning to expand its AI glasses selection by launching a business-focused subscription service called "Wearables for Work". Smart glasses offerings are expanding beyond its collaborations with Ray-Ban and Oakley, because Meta is debuting a new pair of smart glasses codenamed "Modelo" in June. During this autumn, we are getting "Luna" and "RBM2 Refresh". The fourth pair is coming in December, and that is called "Mojito VIP". Meta is reportedly testing models named "Artemis" and "SSG" for future smart glasses releases.
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Report: Meta is developing an AI pendant
The tech giant is expected to begin trials of the product as early as the coming year, aiming to expand its wearable device offerings. The tech giant Meta is marking its next target in the field of artificial intelligence and is developing a smart pendant powered by AI, according to an internal company memo obtained by The Information website. According to the report, the company plans to begin trials and testing of the new wearable device as early as during the coming year. The current step comes as part of a broad effort by Meta to deepen its hold on the wearable computing market, which serves as a critical growth engine for it. Meta's new development is based on the assets and technology of the start-up company Limitless, which it acquired at the end of 2025. The start-up became famous for developing a dedicated pendant that users can clip to a shirt or wear as a necklace in order to record and document their conversations. At the time of the acquisition, Meta officially clarified that the move was intended to accelerate its efforts in developing wearable devices that integrate artificial intelligence capabilities, and now it appears that the company is beginning to translate the acquisition into a tangible product. Meta's attempt comes against the backdrop of a complex reality in the global hardware market. The first generation of wearable AI devices launched by various companies suffered a resounding failure and refused to gain traction among consumers. In the industry, this lack of success is attributed to heavy concerns regarding privacy violations, disconnected marketing strategies, or simply the fact that these products did not present sufficient practical utility for daily life. Despite these obstacles, giant companies like OpenAI and other entities are not giving up and continue to invest extensive resources in the field of wearable computing. Alongside the development of the pendant, the internal memo reveals that Meta plans to expand its AI glasses line and even launch a dedicated subscription package for the business sector under the brand Wearables for Work. Through these moves, the company hopes to reverse the negative financial trend of the Reality Labs division, which centralizes Meta's hardware activity, after the latter recorded a heavy financial loss of $4 billion in the first quarter of the current year. From the TechCrunch website, it was reported that a request for comment was sent to Meta.
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Meta Plans AI Pendant and Workplace Wearables in New Hardware Push
Meta is allegedly working on an AI-powered pendant and a new line of wearable devices aimed at workplace users. According to a report by The Information, the projects are part of the company's efforts to expand its hardware business beyond smart glasses and virtual reality headsets. The report said Meta plans to begin testing the pendant in 2027. While the company has not disclosed details, the device is expected to offer users a hands-free way to access Meta's digital assistant and other services. Meta declined to comment on the report.
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Meta is developing an AI-powered pendant that records and transcribes conversations, building on its Limitless acquisition. The company plans to test the device in 2027 while releasing up to four new smart glasses models by year-end 2026. An internal memo reveals Meta aims to sell 10 million wearables in the second half of 2026 and launch a business subscription service called Wearables for Work.
Meta is developing an AI pendant that will record and transcribe conversations throughout the day, with testing planned to begin in 2027 according to an internal memo from Alex Himel, Meta's vice president of wearables
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. The AI-powered pendant builds directly on Meta's acquisition of Limitless in December 2025, a startup that created a clip-on device for recording and summarizing conversations2
. The original Limitless Pendant, priced at $199, offered users roughly 20 hours of free recording, transcription and summarization every month through an accompanying app available on iOS, Android, and web1
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The Limitless acquisition brought more than just hardware to Meta. CEO Dan Siroker stated at the time that Meta's vision for "personal superintelligence" through wearables aligned with what Limitless was building
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. The startup had raised more than $33 million from investors including Sam Altman and Andreessen Horowitz before Meta acquired it3
. While the original pendants have ceased production following the acquisition, Meta promised to support existing users for a year1
.Meta is preparing an aggressive expansion of its smart glasses lineup with up to four new models set to release before the year ends
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. According to the internal memo, the first pair codenamed "Modelo" will debut as soon as June, followed by "Luna" and "RBM2 Refresh" in fall, with the final pair called "Mojito VIP" arriving in December2
. The "RBM2 Refresh" designation indicates another Ray-Ban collaboration, though Meta is planning to expand beyond its existing partnerships with Ray-Ban and Oakley2
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Meta has also registered several new pairs of smart glasses with the Federal Communications Commission under the Meta name rather than partner brands, suggesting the company may be working with new hardware partners
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. Additional models named "Artemis" and "SSG" (or "supersensing" glasses) are reportedly in testing for future releases2
. All new glasses will be powered by Meta's AI models, along with an unreleased AI agent called Hatch that is currently under development2
.Meta is launching a business-focused subscription service called Wearables for Work, positioning its AI-powered wearable devices as productivity tools rather than consumer novelties
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. The enterprise tier could add meeting transcription, ambient note-taking, CRM integration, and hands-free access to workplace tools, mirroring Microsoft's Copilot subscription model but delivered through hardware3
. Himel wrote in the memo that the goal is to get more people to use the company's AI models and compel them to pay for subscriptions, including subscriptions for Hatch2
.Meta is targeting at least 10 companies to sign up for Wearables for Work and aims for deployments to at least two large organizations that need 100 devices each
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. The company's goal is to sell 10 million wearable devices in the second half of 2026, not just by launching new products but also by making them available in more countries2
. This aggressive expansion comes as Meta recently launched subscription tiers with exclusive features for Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp through a new monthly payment system called Meta One2
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The ambitious plans to expand AI-powered wearable devices come amid severe losses at Reality Labs, Meta's hardware division. Reality Labs lost $4.03 billion in the first quarter of 2026 alone, with revenue of just $402 million
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. The division lost $19 billion in 2025 and has accumulated losses exceeding $60 billion since its creation2
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Despite these losses, Meta sold more than seven million Ray-Ban smart glasses in 2025 and commands roughly 82% of the smart glasses market
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. Mark Zuckerberg told investors during Meta's earnings call for the fourth quarter of 2025 that Reality Labs is going to focus on glasses and wearables going forward, and that the company expects the division's losses to gradually become smaller2
. Meta's approach differs from failed AI pendant competitors like Humane's AI Pin and Friend, as it already has a proven wearables business with demonstrated consumer demand3
.The expansion into wearable technology that enables ambient AI capture raises significant privacy concerns. David Harris, a former Meta AI researcher and lecturer at UC Berkeley, told BBC News that technology "like this is fundamentally an invasion of privacy and it's really going to face more and more backlash"
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. Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses have already faced lawsuits and regulatory scrutiny over how they handle footage captured by their built-in cameras3
.A pendant that continuously records conversations raises the same concerns in a more intimate form factor. The regulatory environment in the EU, where Meta faces ongoing Digital Markets Act enforcement and GDPR scrutiny, could constrain where the device is sold
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. Other always-recording AI wearables have been met with backlash, including Friend, an AI-powered necklace that had posters advertising its launch defaced in New York1
. Whether Meta's AI pendant succeeds where competitors like Humane and Friend failed depends on whether the company can make ambient recording useful enough that people will wear it, and trustworthy enough that those around them will tolerate it3
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