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Meta Revives Camera-Equipped Smartwatch Ahead of September Meta Connect

Built by Huaqin, the revived project aims to bolster Meta’s extended reality ecosystem at its September developer conference.

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Overview

  • The smartwatch initiative, paused in 2022, reentered development in early 2024 and has now reached late-stage testing ahead of mass production.
  • Leaked reports suggest the device will feature a built-in camera to deepen metaverse engagement and integrate with Meta’s AI glasses and VR headsets.
  • China’s Huaqin has been secured as the primary manufacturer for the upcoming wearable, leveraging its experience with major tech brands.
  • Meta plans to unveil the smartwatch during its Meta Connect event in the United States on September 17–18, 2025.
  • The project reflects Meta’s broader shift toward a diversified wearables lineup following the strong market performance of Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses.