Omdia reports 4.2 million global AI glasses shipments in first half of 2026
According to IT Home, Omdia said global AI glasses shipments reached 4.2 million in the first half of 2026, up 127% year over year. Meta accounted for 81.3% of the market with 3.4 million shipments; Even Realities held 2.4% and Alibaba 2.1%. Omdia noted China shipments rose 306% in 2026H1, while the Chinese market remains highly fragmented. Omdia's Jason Low emphasized tighter scrutiny over cameras in AI glasses and the need for clear disclosures of data use.
Key facts
- 01Global AI glasses shipments reached 4.2 million in H1 2026
- 02Meta shipments: 3.4 million, 81.3% of market
- 03Even Realities: 2.4% share
- 04Alibaba: 2.1% share
- 05China shipments up 306% in 2026H1
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