Apple Developing New Chips for Smart Glasses, Macs, AI Servers [Report]

Apple's silicon design group is pushing ahead with new custom chips intended for a range of future devices, including the company's first smart glasses, more powerful Macs, and dedicated AI servers, according to a recent Bloomberg report.The company has reportedly made progress on the processor for its smart glasses, indicating increased focus on developing such a wearable. This device would likely compete with existing smart spectacles like those from Meta Platforms. The silicon team's work has become central to Apple's product strategy, particularly since the shift away from Intel processors for its Macs began in 2020. Other chip development efforts detailed in the report target future Mac models and the infrastructure needed to power the Apple Intelligence platform.The smart glasses processor is said to be derived from Apple Watch chips, prioritizing lower energy consumption compared to components found in iPhones or Macs. It's being customized for improved power efficiency and designed to manage the multiple cameras planned for the glasses. Apple is reportedly targeting mass production for this chip by late 2026 or in 2027, suggesting a potential market launch for the glasses themselves within the next couple of years. While Apple has long explored augmented reality, the initial smart glasses, codenamed N401, are expected to focus on non-AR capabilities, using cameras and AI to assist users – a concept Apple isn't rushing compared to Meta's timeline. Despite the measured pace, CEO Tim Cook is reportedly determined to beat Meta in the smart glasses market.Continue ReadingSpotlight Deal:Beats Studio Pro Wireless Headphones Now Just $169.95 - Save 51%! [Deal]Share Article:Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Reddit, EmailFollow iClarified:Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Newsletter, App Store, YouTube

May 8, 2025 - 19:28

Apple Developing New Chips for Smart Glasses, Macs, AI Servers [Report]

Apple's silicon design group is pushing ahead with new custom chips intended for a range of future devices, including the company's first smart glasses, more powerful Macs, and dedicated AI servers, according to a recent Bloomberg report.

The company has reportedly made progress on the processor for its smart glasses, indicating increased focus on developing such a wearable. This device would likely compete with existing smart spectacles like those from Meta Platforms. The silicon team's work has become central to Apple's product strategy, particularly since the shift away from Intel processors for its Macs began in 2020. Other chip development efforts detailed in the report target future Mac models and the infrastructure needed to power the Apple Intelligence platform.

The smart glasses processor is said to be derived from Apple Watch chips, prioritizing lower energy consumption compared to components found in iPhones or Macs. It's being customized for improved power efficiency and designed to manage the multiple cameras planned for the glasses. Apple is reportedly targeting mass production for this chip by late 2026 or in 2027, suggesting a potential market launch for the glasses themselves within the next couple of years. While Apple has long explored augmented reality, the initial smart glasses, codenamed N401, are expected to focus on non-AR capabilities, using cameras and AI to assist users – a concept Apple isn't rushing compared to Meta's timeline. Despite the measured pace, CEO Tim Cook is reportedly determined to beat Meta in the smart glasses market.

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