Omdia forecasts global XR headwear shipments will fall 12% in 2026 to 6.2 mln units, then rebound 4.8% to 6.5 mln units in 2027. The firm says the recovery will be driven by rapid expansion of XR glasses, which should offset ongoing declines in bulkier headsets as consumers and manufacturers increasingly favour lighter glasses form factors.

2026-06-18

Omdia forecasts global XR headwear shipments will fall 12% in 2026 to 6.2 mln units, then rebound 4.8% to 6.5 mln units in 2027. The firm says the recovery will be driven by rapid expansion of XR glasses, which should offset ongoing declines in bulkier headsets as consumers and manufacturers increasingly favour lighter glasses form factors.