Meta has decided to delay the launch of new mixed reality glasses, codenamed "Phoenix", pushing it from the second half of 2026 to the first half of 2027.
The decision was communicated in an internal memo by Maher Saba, VP of Reality Labs, who said the company needs more time to guarantee higher quality.
In another memo, executives Gabriel Aul and Ryan Cairns emphasized that extending the deadline gives them "more room to get everything right," while refusing to compromise the user experience.
The "Phoenix" device, shaped similar to the Apple Vision Pro and with an external "puck" for power and cooling, remains in development, according to employees.
Meta is also planning to bring a new "limited edition" device in 2026, codenamed "Malibu 2".
Meanwhile, the company has begun work on the next generation of Quest, which will focus on immersive gaming and major performance improvements.
Reorganizations at Reality Labs and discussions about budget cuts of up to 30% are affecting the pace of new projects. /Telegraph/
