Omdia predicts that global XR head-mounted device shipments will decline by 12% in 2026 to 6.2 million units. Growth will resume in 2027, with shipments reaching 6.5 million units, representing a year-on-year increase of 4.8%. This recovery is primarily driven by the rapid expansion of XR glasses, offsetting the impact of declining XR headset shipments. Both consumers and manufacturers are showing a preference for lightweight glasses form factors over bulkier headset devices.