Meta’s Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 smart glasses recently went on sale in India, but the company’s next big wearable launch will now take longer than expected. A new report suggests that Meta has postponed its highly anticipated mixed reality smart glasses, code-named Phoenix, as the company aims to refine the product amid intensifying competition in the MR space. Alongside this, Meta is also said to be preparing a “limited edition” wearable reportedly named Malibu 2. It is expected to debut in 2026 and is in early development stages of its next-generation Quest headset. Here’s what we know so far.
According to Business Insider, which cites an internal memo from Maher Saba, VP of Reality Labs Foundation, Meta has moved the Phoenix mixed reality glasses launch to 2027. The product was initially slated for release in the second half of 2026, but the company now believes it needs additional time to refine the experience.
Another internal memo from metaverse leaders Gabriel Aul and Ryan Cairns highlights the reasoning behind the delay. They stated that extending the timeline is “going to give us a lot more breathing room to get the details right.”
They added, “there is a lot is coming in hot with tight bring-up schedules and big changes to our core UX, and we won’t compromise on delivering a fully polished and reliable experience.”
The news comes shortly after Meta launched the Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 smart glasses in India, priced at Rs. 39,900. Co-developed with EssilorLuxottica, the AI-powered smart eyewear made its global debut in September as the successor to the Ray-Ban Meta Gen 1.
The Phoenix mixed reality glasses are rumoured to feature a goggle-like design connected to an external puck that powers the device. This design choice reportedly improves comfort, reduces overall weight, and enhances thermal management. The form factor is said to resemble Apple’s Vision Pro headset.
VP Maher Saba also mentioned that Meta plans to introduce a new “limited edition” wearable device in 2026, internally referred to as Malibu 2. Beyond this, Meta has already started working on its next-generation Quest headset, which is expected to deliver major improvements in both performance and cost efficiency.
In a memo, executives Gabriel Aul and Ryan Cairns revealed that the upcoming Quest will prioritise immersive gaming and will represent a “large upgrade” over current models.
Answer. Meta has delayed the Phoenix mixed reality glasses to 2027, moving it from the originally planned 2026 release to allow more time for refinement.
Answer. Phoenix is rumoured to have a goggle-like design connected to an external puck, improving comfort, reducing weight, and enhancing thermal management, similar to Apple’s Vision Pro.
Answer. Meta is preparing a limited edition Malibu 2 wearable for 2026 and developing its next-generation Quest headset, which will focus on immersive gaming and improved performance at lower cost.
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