The headset has lagged several times. Bloomberg reported that it had been scheduled for a reveal this month, but has now been pushed back to spring.

The Information previously reported that Apple’s headphones would include a battery pack worn at the waist, making the glasses lighter than those of rivals.

Several major developers have already taken a first look at the device. It will come with a new operating system, called xrOS. The headset could be called the Reality Pro and go on sale later in 2023.

Ming Chi-Kuo, an analyst who covers Apple for investment manager TF Securities, said: “Apple’s headset development is behind schedule…it’s increasingly unlikely that Apple will hold a media event for the new device in January. “.

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