Mark Zuckerberg says Reality Labs will (eventually) stop losing so much money

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Mark Zuckerberg has signaled that Reality Labs' multibillion-dollar losses may soon come to an end. The company's recent layoffs and shift in focus towards AI glasses have given investors a glimmer of hope that the division is turning its fortunes around.

While progress won't happen overnight, the CEO expressed optimism about the future of Reality Labs. He stated that investments will now be directed towards glasses and wearables, while focusing on making Horizon a success on mobile and creating a profitable virtual reality ecosystem in the years to come.

Zuckerberg acknowledged that Reality Labs' losses for 2025 were staggering, at over $19 billion. However, he noted that these losses may peak this year and gradually decrease as the company implements its new strategy.

The company has taken significant steps towards pivoting away from its virtual reality focus, including cutting over 1,000 employees and shutting down three VR studios. Meta is also putting its plans for third-party Horizon OS headsets on hold.

Instead, the company is doubling down on its smart glasses and wearables business, which aligns with Zuckerberg's vision of creating AI "superintelligence". Sales of Meta's smart glasses have more than tripled in 2025, and the CEO hinted at even bigger plans for augmented reality (AR) glasses.

One notable aspect of Zuckerberg's comments was his absence of mention of the term "metaverse", which has long been associated with Reality Labs. This suggests that the company is finally moving away from its virtual reality-centric focus and embracing a more AI-driven approach.
 
I'm so glad Mark is shifting the focus towards smart glasses and wearables 🙌🏼! I mean, who doesn't want to see AR updates on their daily life 😂. It's about time we start seeing some real world changes from Reality Labs instead of just VR headsets. And let's be real, those things were always a bit clunky for my kid 👧 - they'd rather play games on their tablet or wear a watch that can actually do cool stuff 🕰️. The fact that sales have tripled in 2025 is awesome! Now we might see some innovation in augmented reality glasses 💡 that could make learning and gaming way more engaging for kids 👦. Fingers crossed Mark gets it right this time 👍
 
I think Mark Zuckerberg's sudden shift in focus is a great example of how companies need to adapt to changing market trends 📈. By cutting back on VR studios and focusing on smart glasses and wearables, Reality Labs is finally moving away from its failed virtual reality model. It's like the old saying goes - "those who don't learn from history are doomed to repeat it" 🤖. The fact that Zuckerberg didn't mention 'metaverse' in his comments is telling - it's clear that Reality Labs is embracing a more AI-driven approach, which aligns with the current tech landscape 💻.
 
I'm kinda thinking that Meta's pivot towards AI glasses makes total sense 🤔. I mean, VR just isn't as sexy or promising as AR right now. We're already seeing those sales of smart glasses go through the roof, so it's only logical they'd invest more in that area.

It's also pretty interesting to see how Zuckerberg is positioning Reality Labs' struggles as an opportunity for growth 📈. I've been saying this for a while – AI is where it's at. If we can make those smart glasses integrate seamlessly with our daily lives, we could be looking at some serious game-changing tech.

The fact that Meta is putting its plans for Horizon OS headsets on hold is probably just a smart move too 🚫. VR studios are a dime a dozen, but you don't see as many innovators in the AR space. By focusing on wearables and glasses, they're getting closer to what I think will be the next big thing – augmented reality that's actually usable.

I'm curious to see how this all plays out, though 🤞. Will Meta succeed where others have failed? Only time will tell.
 
idk why ppl are so down on reality labs tho 🤔 they're just pivotin their strategy, which is what any sane company would do when things aren't goin right. AI glasses r the future and Zuckerberg's all in on it 💻 gotta respect that. 19 billion in losses is a lot, but like he said, these losses may peak this year and decline next 📉 we'll see how it plays out in the next few years. Meta's investin in somethin new and that's what matters 💸
 
idk about this pivot 🤔... i mean, it's good to see them refocusing on something that might actually work out 🤑 but 1k employees goin' in one day tho? 😱 what about all the talent they just lost? and whats with the 'AI superintelligence' vibe? Sounds like a total copout 🤖 meta's tryna save face by sayin it's not about VR no more, but we know that's still the underlying goal 💻
 
I remember when Mark started working on this stuff, it seemed like a super cool idea to revolutionize how we interact online. Now it's just... glasses and wearables 🤖 I mean, don't get me wrong, progress is progress, but Meta's been all over the place with its focus for so long. The layoffs were pretty rough, over 1,000 people lost their jobs 🤕.

But I guess it makes sense to pivot towards AI glasses and making Horizon a success on mobile. Sales are actually doing alright, more than tripled this year! 👍 Still, I'm not sure if we should be too hyped about Meta's new strategy. It feels like they're putting all their eggs in one basket with these smart glasses. And what's up with the "superintelligence" thing? Sounds like science fiction to me 🤔.

The omission of "metaverse" was interesting, though. It suggests that Reality Labs is trying to move away from its virtual reality focus and just... I don't know, adapt or something. Not sure if that's going to be enough to turn things around 🤷‍♂️
 
💭 I gotta say, it's about time Mark Zuckerberg acknowledges Reality Labs' struggles. $19 billion in losses ain't no joke! But you know what? I think he's onto something with this new direction towards smart glasses and wearables. People are already seeing a spike in sales of Meta's AR glasses, so that's a positive sign 📈.

But the thing is, Reality Labs was always meant to be more than just VR glasses. It was about creating a whole new world of experiences. So, I'm curious to see how this new focus on AI and smart glasses will pan out. Will it lead to some revolutionary tech? 🤔 Only time'll tell, but I'm keeping an eye 👀
 
🤣 So Meta's doing okay, I guess? Losin' 19 billion in one year is like me spendin' all my cash at the casino... but then winnin' the jackpot ( sorta) when they shift their focus to AI glasses and wearables 📈. Who needs VR when you can just see cat videos on your smart glasses, right? 😹 I'm pretty sure that's what Zuckerberg was thinkin', "Hey, we're gonna make a killing with AR glasses... or at least not lose as much money". And hey, no mention of the metaverse, like they're tryin' to distance themselves from that whole "we're gonna change the world" thing 🙄.
 
Ugh, I'm so done with Meta trying to pivot. They're basically admitting they failed at VR and now they're throwing all their eggs into the AR glasses basket 🙄. And $19 billion in losses is just crazy talk. Can't they even try to break even for one year before doubling down on a new strategy? It's like Mark Zuckerberg is trying to be the Elon Musk of AR glasses 🤑. I don't trust this "superintelligence" thing either, it sounds like some sci-fi movie nonsense 💻. And what's with the Horizon OS headsets? Who cares about those? The smart glasses are cool and all, but that's not going to save Meta from its financial woes 🤦‍♂️.
 
🤔 I've seen this sorta thing happen before, especially in tech - one minute you're burning through cash like there's no tomorrow, next thing you know, things start looking up! Mark Zuckerberg seems pretty convinced that Reality Labs is on the right track now. I mean, who wouldn't want to make a killing with AI glasses? 💻 It's all about smart investments and adapting to change, right?

The whole thing about Meta putting its VR plans on hold makes sense too - you can't force something to work if it ain't meant to. The fact that Zuckerberg is focusing more on wearables and AR glasses instead of VR feels like a natural evolution for the company. I'm intrigued to see where this new direction takes them, especially with all the hype around AI "superintelligence"! 🤖
 
OMG, like I'm super stoked to hear that Reality Labs might be turning things around 🤩! $19 billion in losses in 2025? that's insane 😲 but I guess it's not all bad news. I mean, at least they're cutting back on some stuff and refocusing on what really matters: those sweet AI glasses 💻. And the fact that sales have tripled is like, woah! 🚀 I'm curious to see what kind of AR glasses Meta has planned now... will we get something even more futuristic than that? Can't wait to find out 🤔
 
🤔 I'm glad to see Mark Zuckerberg shifting the focus of Reality Labs towards AI glasses and wearables! $19 billion losses are no joke, but it's good that they're taking steps to cut costs and redirect investments. 📈 The fact that sales of Meta's smart glasses have tripled in 2025 is a great sign, and I'm excited to see what the future holds for augmented reality tech.

I'm also curious about how this new strategy will play out, especially with the mention of "AI superintelligence". Is this a nod to the company's ambition to create more advanced AI systems? 🤖 Whatever it is, I think it's safe to say that Reality Labs is going through some big changes and we'll be keeping an eye on how they unfold. 👀
 
🤔 I think Mark Zuckerberg is trying to rebrand Reality Labs, but I'm not sure if it's going to work. They've cut so many employees already 🤯, it's like they're trying to reinvent the wheel. The fact that he's ditching the metaverse and focusing on AI glasses makes sense though 📈. It's like, who needs a virtual world when you can have super smart glasses that can see everything? But at the same time, I don't know if it's sustainable 💸. They've got a lot of debt to pay off after those massive losses 📉. Fingers crossed they can make this AI "superintelligence" thing happen though 🔥
 
I THINK IT'S ABOUT TIME META ADJUSTED ITS VIRTUAL REALITY FOCUS! 💻👀 THE COMPANY'S LAYOFFS AND REORGANIZATION ARE A GOOD SIGN THAT THEY'RE FINALLY GETTING REAL ABOUT THEIR BUSINESS PLAN. I MEAN, WHO NEEDS 1000 EMPLOYEES WHEN YOU CAN HAVE A MORE FOCUSED APPROACH? 😅 THE FACT THAT SALES OF METAS SMART GLASSES HAVE TRIPLED IS A BIG DEAL! 👍 NOW IF THEY CAN JUST MAKE HORIZON WORK ON MOBILE WITHOUT CRASHING, THINGS MIGHT GET INTERESTING. 🤔
 
omg can't believe zuck is finally shifting gears for reality labs 🤯📉 he's acknowledging the losses are crazy ($19b??!) but at least they're trying to pivot and invest in smart glasses and wearables now... it feels like they're putting their chips on AI "superintelligence" which I think is a smart move (pun intended) 🤖💡 and not mentioning metaverse in his comments? that's a major hint that they're moving away from VR and embracing AR instead! 👀 what do you guys think about this new direction for reality labs tho? 🤔
 
I'm kinda glad to see Mark Zuckerberg finally shifting gears for Reality Labs 🤔. Those VR studios shutting down were a big blow, but doubling down on smart glasses and wearables makes total sense. I mean, who doesn't want to be able to control their lives with just a glance? 💻 Still, $19 billion in losses is no joke... hope they can turn it around soon 🤞.
 
I'm thinking, maybe Mark Zuckerberg is onto something 🤔. Like in The Matrix, we need to adapt and evolve or risk being left behind 🕹️. Reality Labs' shift towards AI glasses and wearables makes sense, especially with the sales of their smart glasses tripling in 2025 💻. It's like what Tony Stark said in Iron Man, "Genius, billionaire, playboy philanthropist" – Zuckerberg is playing a long game here 🕴️‍♂️. I'm curious to see how this new strategy unfolds and if Meta can actually make Horizon profitable on mobile 🔥. One thing's for sure, it's gonna be interesting to watch as Reality Labs transforms into something entirely new 🔄.
 
just heard about this 🤯, so they're basically shifting gears on VR and focusing on AI glasses and wearables now! 19 billion in losses is crazy tho 💸, but hey if it means making some progress and turning things around that's awesome 😊. I'm curious to see what kind of AI "superintelligence" Zuckerberg has planned 🤖. And yeah no more talk about the metaverse? sounds like they're trying to move away from that whole VR thing and just focus on making AR a thing 🔍. Meta's gotta do something right, maybe this is the turning point for them 🔄
 
I think Meta is FINALLY getting its act together 🤔💡! All those layoffs and studio closures were total overkill, if you ask me... I mean, who needs 1k employees just to make VR headsets? Now they're doubling down on smart glasses and AR tech - that's where the real future is 🔥! No more virtual reality nonsense, let's get back to making some real tech magic happen. And btw, $19 billion in losses? That's just a drop in the bucket for Meta 🤑...
 
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