Meta disclosed plans to roll out a prototype of an artificial‑intelligence pendant as early as next year, a memo seen by The Information shows. The wearable, designed to clip onto a shirt or hang as a necklace, records conversations and processes them with on‑device AI. The technology stems from Limitless, an AI‑device startup that Meta acquired in late 2025 to speed up its wearables program.
Earlier attempts at AI‑powered wearables failed to gain traction, hampered by privacy concerns and marketing missteps. Despite those setbacks, rivals such as OpenAI continue to explore similar form factors, suggesting the market still holds promise. Meta’s memo signals confidence that a refined approach could finally click with consumers and enterprises alike.
Beyond the pendant, the company intends to broaden its AI glasses lineup and introduce a new subscription service dubbed Wearables for Work. The offering will bundle hardware, software updates and support for business users, positioning Meta’s hardware division as a service‑oriented platform rather than a pure product seller.
The initiative arrives at a critical juncture for Reality Labs, Meta’s hardware arm. The division posted a $4 billion loss in the first quarter of 2026, a stark reminder that its recent products have not delivered the revenue needed to offset development costs. Executives hope the pendant, alongside other AI wearables, will generate recurring revenue streams and help close the gap.
TechCrunch reached out to Meta for comment; the company has not responded at the time of publication.
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