Meta's Project Phoenix headset images leak ahead of Connect 2026

Images of Meta's unannounced Project Phoenix headset were found in the HorizonOS Prescription Lens app. The device appears to be a hybrid of smart glasses and a VR headset with small arms and a cable to a power unit. An official announcement is expected at Meta Connect on September 23-24.

• Project Phoenix images found in HorizonOS Prescription Lens app
• Device has small arms and a cable to an external power unit
• Connect 2026 to feature a talk on controller-free interaction
• Meta closed game studios and cut Reality Labs staff in 2026