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Meta may have leaked the first look at its slim ‘Project Phoenix’ headset
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Leaked firmware images suggest Meta is developing a slim wearable headset codenamed Project Phoenix. The device appears designed to compete in the lightweight smart glass market currently led by Xreal and Viture.
- 01Internal HorizonOS firmware files revealed the initial design for the Project Phoenix headset
- 02Meta may officially announce the slim hardware during the Meta Connect event on September 23
- 03The new form factor targets the burgeoning lightweight wearable segment over traditional bulky headsets
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Just a couple of weeks before Meta Connect starts on September 23rd, UploadVR posted images seemingly revealing the design for Meta's "Project Phoenix" headset. The images, which UploadVR says were "found in the HorizonOS Prescription Lens firmware package," suggest Meta may be looking to compete with devices like those from Xreal or Viture. These companies' […]