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Apple's banking on camera-equipped AirPods to trounce Meta smart glasses,but I'm not sure it's enough

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Apple execs are reportedly focusing on AR glasses as the "superior" option, but don't think a product will be ready for three years or more.

Apple is exploring other types of wearable products that could benefit from cameras, including AirPods.

Mark Gurman's latest Power On newsletter says Apple is also exploring earbuds with cameras.

With camera-equipped AirPod possibly two to three years away, it feels like the door's wide open for rivals.

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