Meta to debut camera-free Luna glasses and possible mixed-reality headset at Connect 2026
Meta will livestream its Connect 2026 event, where it plans to unveil a new camera-free smart-glass model called Luna and may also showcase a mixed-reality headset.
Meta invites the public to join a virtual livestream of its Connect 2026 conference, scheduled for September 23 and 24, by registering on the company’s website. During the event, Meta is slated to launch Luna, its first camera-free smart glasses featuring six built-in microphones that enable hands-free conversation with Meta’s AI chatbot and the recently released Muse personal AI agent. In addition, recent leaks suggest the possible debut of a new mixed-reality headset, internally dubbed Project Phoenix, which is slimmer than prior models but may not reach consumers this year.
The program opens with a keynote from CEO Mark Zuckerberg, followed by developer-focused sessions covering VR, AI glasses, and Horizon Worlds, all of which will be accessible on demand after the live broadcast. Translations will be provided for non-English viewers, and the livestream will also be available via Meta’s Facebook page for developers.
Why it matters
The launch could reshape consumer wearables and signal Meta's next push in AI-driven hardware.
How this story developed
- Aug 27 Meta releases software fix to stop hidden recordings on its smart glasses
- Sep 1 Meta disabled cameras on thousands of glasses after detecting LED tampering.
- Sep 12 Norway moved from discussion to drafting legislation to limit smart‑glass cameras.
- Sep 17 Meta announced that Luna will launch without a camera and will ship in October.
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