Meta's 'Project Phoenix' slim headset design reportedly leaked ahead of Connect event
Source Summary
Images purportedly showing Meta's unreleased 'Project Phoenix' headset were posted by UploadVR, reportedly discovered in HorizonOS Prescription Lens firmware. The device appears to be positioned between Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses and full VR headsets like the Quest 3, competing with mixed reality glasses from companies like Xreal and Viture. Meta Connect is scheduled to begin on September 23rd.
Why it matters
The leak provides early visibility into Meta's mixed reality product strategy weeks before an official announcement, potentially influencing market expectations for the Connect event.
What remains uncertain
The authenticity of the leaked images and their source within Meta's firmware have not been independently verified.
