![]() Expect a slimmed down version of iOS, somewhat reminiscent of Apple Watch, but tailed for zero physical interaction.Īpple Glass will be controlled via gestures on the device or hand gestures picked up by the LiDAR.Ī heavy focus is said to be put on scanning proprietary Apple QR codes. For reference, iOS’ UI name is SpringBoard. Not much is currently known about the Glass UI yet. The display will only be visible to the wearer and invisible from the outside. We expect the display to be embedded into both lenses, not projected onto the lenses like Google Glass. Apple SunGlass could be seen in a future generation. Unfortunately a sunglasses option is unlikely, as Apple are having issues implementing the display on tinted lenses. Older devices will likely be supported but with limited capabilities. IPhone 12 will likely get support for a new version of WiFi specifically designed for short-range, perfect for Apple Glass. This is a similar strategy to that we saw on earlier versions of the Apple Watch. As technology improves overtime, processing may be implemented into future versions of the glasses themselves. Most data processing will take place on the iPhone to keep the price and physical footprint down. The glasses will not output audio, instead Apple will put a heavy emphasis on AirPods as part of the experience. Cameras may be added to future versions of Apple Glass.Īpple Glass will feature wireless charging and maybe an included wireless charging case, much like AirPods. Cameras constantly at eye level, unknowingly recording, can be daunting for the public and a PR nightmare. For users who opt in to sharing data with Apple, AR data from these sensors will be integral for the development of Apple Glass.Ĭamera aren’t expected on the first generation of Apple Glass, due to privacy concerns. Little iOS or real world implementation has been made with LiDAR thus far. The LiDAR sensor can be found on the new iPad and is expected to come to the iPhone 12 Pro models later this year. LiDAR is a depth sensor, that should help the augmented reality layer map to real life objects. These will likely change to a light aluminium material in the future.Ī LiDAR sensor will atop the right temple. Jon Prosser supposedly saw prototype models in white and black plastic finishes. The design is said to be sleek, replicating a traditional pair of glasses, rather than a bulky headset as seen with Microsoft HoloLens. This makes sense, as it gives the product a less-techy name than perhaps iGlass.Ī stylish and friendly design is important for Apple to hit the masses. Image concepts are thanks to Concept Creator, shared by EverythingApplePro.Īpple Glass is expected to be the final name for the new product, similar to the Apple Watch branding. None of the following information is confirmed by Apple. Jon Prosser claims he’s seen videos of a prototype from an insider. We’ve heard whispers about this product for years since Apple showed an interest in AR, but finally we have some fairly solid information regarding name, design, price and release date.Ī ton of information about Apple’s upcoming AR glasses has leaked from Jon Prosser on YouTube.
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