Smart Analytics Global (SAG) projects the AI smart glasses market to enter a breakout growth phase in 2026, fueled by the success of Ray-Ban Meta and expected launches from major players including Apple and Samsung. SAG forecasts global revenue will rise from $1.2 billion in 2025 to $5.6 billion in 2026, while sales volume climbs from 6 million to 20 million units. The U.S. and China are expected to remain the largest markets, accounting for nearly 80% of demand.
SAG predicts HUD (heads-up display) AI smart glasses will surpass audio-only devices by 2028 as visual AI use cases—such as real-time translation, navigation, and contextual assistance—expand. By 2030, shipments could reach 75 million units with revenue hitting $29 billion, a five-year CAGR of 89%.
The research notes that AI smart glasses will complement smartphones as hands-free interfaces while gradually cannibalizing parts of the TWS earwear market. Long-term market leaders are likely to combine design, AI software, and global branding. By 2030, Apple, Samsung, and Meta are expected to emerge as the top three vendors, amid accelerating market consolidation.
