The reported device, codenamed internally and frequently compared to the Humane AI Pin, is described as a thin, circular disc with an aluminum-and-glass shell. Unlike a watch, this device is intended to be a “perceptive companion” that sees and hears what you do.
Reported Hardware Specs
- Dual Cameras: Features a standard lens and a wide-angle lens designed to capture photos and videos for AI analysis.
- Audio Array: Equipped with three microphones to pick up ambient sound and a built-in speaker for Siri’s voice responses.
- Size: Aiming for the diameter of an AirTag but slightly thicker to accommodate a larger battery and processing hardware.
- Charging: Utilizes a magnetic inductive interface on the back, similar to the Apple Watch charger.
The 2026 Wearable Roadmap: Three Fronts
Apple appears to be diversifying its hardware to ensure that Apple Intelligence is accessible even when a user isn’t looking at a screen.
| Device Category | Status (Jan 2026) | Key AI Feature |
| AI Wearable Pin | Early Development | Visual context for the new “Siri Chatbot” |
| AirPods Pro (High-End) | Targeted for Late 2026 | Infrared (IR) Cameras for gesture control & audio AI |
| Apple Smart Glasses | Rumored Prototype | Lightweight, display-less frame for “Ambient AI” |
1. AirPods with “Eyes”
The most immediate hardware update could be a new, ultra-premium version of AirPods Pro (sitting above the standard Pro 3). These are rumored to include low-resolution IR cameras that allow Siri to “see” your surroundings and interpret hand gestures in the air, similar to how the Vision Pro operates.
2. The Smart Glasses Pivot
Following the mixed reception of the bulky Vision Pro, Apple is reportedly shifting resources toward lightweight smart glasses. These would compete directly with the Ray-Ban Meta glasses, focusing on audio and camera-based AI assistance rather than full augmented reality (AR) displays, which are likely delayed until 2027.
Why Apple is Speeding Up
The urgency in Apple’s wearable division is driven by two major competitors:
- OpenAI’s “Sweetpea”: With OpenAI launching its first Jony Ive-designed hardware in late 2026, Apple is under pressure to prove that its ecosystem is the superior home for personal AI.
- Meta’s Dominance: The Ray-Ban Meta glasses surpassed 2 million units in sales by early 2026, proving that consumers are ready for camera-equipped, audio-first AI wearables.
Conclusion: The “Campos” Integration
These wearables are expected to be the primary interface for “Campos,” the rumored internal codename for Apple’s next-generation Siri. By moving Siri into a pin or a pair of glasses, Apple aims to make AI interactions feel less like “searching the web” and more like having a knowledgeable friend sitting on your shoulder.
