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Developing· Apple· Published Jun 20, 2026

Mark Gurman suggests technical hurdles have delayed AI-capable AirPods beyond original 2026 target

Mark Gurman reports that internal delays involving visual intelligence software have pushed back the expected launch of a new AirPods model codenamed B798.

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Bloomberg's Mark Gurman indicates that Apple is facing difficulties developing the artificial intelligence and object recognition models required for a future wearable hardware project.

Why this matters

The delay highlights the complexity of integrating advanced visual AI into compact hardware like AirPods, which could represent a significant shift in Apple's wearable strategy.

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Based on a post from a high-reputation Bloomberg reporter with a consistent track record of Apple hardware leaks.

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Next-generation AirPods development roadmap

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