The first images of Meta's Project Phoenix mixed reality headset have leaked - and there's a reason it's so thin and light

The first images of Meta's Project Phoenix mixed reality headset have leaked - and there's a reason it's so thin and light

The first images of Meta's Project Phoenix mixed reality headset have leaked, and they give us a glimpse of what the device might look like. The headset appears to be a pair of smart glasses, rather than a traditional headset.

Design and Size

The images show that the headset is designed to be thin and light, with a shape that is more like a pair of smart glasses than a traditional headset. In terms of size and shape, it looks more like a pair of specs than the Meta Quest 3S. The device has cameras on the front, rather than transparent lenses, so it's technically a headset.

How it Works

The images don't reveal a lot about how the Project Phoenix headset works, but they do show how prescription lenses can be fitted inside the headset. To configure the lenses, you would presumably scan a QR code, which would allow you to see the outside world properly.

The Battery

The images also suggest that the battery is not located inside the headset, but rather in a connected component somewhere else. This is likely what makes the headset so thin and light. A battery takes up a lot of space and adds a lot of weight, so it makes sense to have it somewhere else.

Upcoming Launch

An official launch for the Project Phoenix headset is expected to happen sometime in 2027. Meta is also planning to announce updates on a lot of its products, including this MR headset, at the Meta Connect event on Wednesday, September 23.