On July 3, 2026, insider Kosutami disclosed that Apple’s internal project, codenamed H90—aimed at developing AirPods Pro with an integrated camera—has been put on hold, though no explicit reason was given. Earlier, Bloomberg journalist Mark Gurman had reported that the product was almost finalized and poised for mass production. However, its launch was postponed to 2027, primarily due to challenges in ensuring the quality of Siri’s visual intelligence capabilities and refining the visual AI model. As of now, Kosutami has not specified whether the “suspension” implies the project has been entirely canceled or merely placed on temporary hold, and Apple has yet to issue an official statement. The project, which has been in development for nearly four years, has reportedly encountered hurdles related to compliance with EU privacy regulations. The earbuds were designed to feature a low-resolution infrared camera capable of sensing the surrounding environment and transmitting visual data to Siri, thereby enabling functionalities such as gesture recognition.