Apple Halts Development of Mac-Connected AR Glasses

The project faced technical challenges and was deemed unviable, but Apple remains committed to standalone AR glasses in the future.

Apple has reportedly shelved its AR smart glasses project, which was designed to connect to a Mac for power.
The glasses, internally dubbed N107, featured advanced projectors to display AR elements but required a tether for functionality.
Apple engineers faced significant technical hurdles, including heat management and weight issues, making the device impractical at this time.
The company is pivoting its focus to more affordable versions of its Vision Pro headset and eventually standalone AR glasses when technology permits.
Competitors like Meta and Google are continuing to develop their own AR glasses, with Meta's 'Project Orion' targeting a 2027 release.