Despite a hectic schedule and exceptional working conditions, Apple continues to work on its future products. Among them, the Apple Glass, augmented reality glasses, seem to benefit from an advanced development.
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The leaker Jon Prosser, who recently got it right with the release of the new MacBook Pro 13 andiPhone SE, among others, we learn today several details about the augmented reality glasses from Apple that would not point the tip of their branches until next year…
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Treatment similar to the first generation Apple Watch
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In his video, Jon Prosser suppose that the first version of Apple Glass could work in the same way as the first generation Apple Watch, i.e. only connected to a iPhone who would be responsible for performing the calculations and data processing.
According to the leaker, this decision would stem from Apple’s desire to offer glasses ” accessible », Surely in order to attract a maximum ofearly adopters.
On the price side, Apple Glass would be offered at a price of $ 499, an amount that could however increase depending on your optical correction. It remains to be seen how Apple will organize itself with our opticians to provide connected prescription glasses while respecting both its commitments and the vision of users.
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In terms of functionality, and according to the prototype that theinsider was able to observe, the Apple Glass would adorn themselves with a LiDAR sensor, similar to the one present on the latest iPad Pro, as well as glasses capable of displaying the interface ” starboard » (reference to the interface ” springboard » iPhone).
The interface, precisely, would be controllable via sensors positioned on the branches of the glasses and by hand gestures, performed in front of the glasses. Exit So Siri, at least for now.
Finally, Apple Glass would be rechargeable thanks to a wireless charger, like the brand’s watch.
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Announcement and marketing dates still very uncertain
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Also according to Jon Prosser, Apple could unveil the Apple Glass at a conference, in the form of a ” One More Thing “, iconic expression of the brand which notably preceded the announcement of the iPhone and Apple Watch.
When we see the aura and success of these ranges today, we can imagine the will and the means invested by the Cupertino company in what it considers a priori as its next flagship product.
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However, if Apple plans online event next June, it remains difficult to know when these glasses can be announced in the international press, according to the habits of the company.
Jon Prosser makes the assumption of a presentation at the Keynote this fall, in the best of cases, or of a conference in March, at the latest.
Finally, note that the glasses should not be marketed in the weeks following their announcement, but several months later. Anyway, it seems that the success of the Apple Watch and Airpods encourages Apple to go further down the path of wearables…
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