Meta’s announcement of the Muse Charm at its September 23, 2026 Connect keynote, just weeks after launching the Muse AI agent on September 8, has shaped trader views on a timely December holiday release. Zuckerberg accelerated the original 2027 target to enable shipping of the Tamagotchi-style keychain device with its 2-inch OLED screen, 5G connectivity, fingerprint sensor, cameras, and real-time voice/avatar capabilities for the standalone Muse experience. Only a handful of prototypes exist, however, with materials, components, pricing, and full specs still unfinalized amid supply-chain and certification hurdles typical for new hardware. Traders weigh Meta’s aggressive push and strong Muse app momentum against risks of delays seen in prior AI gadgets, while monitoring for further details promised later this year or at upcoming earnings.