Meta's surprise unveiling of the Muse Charm at its Connect 2026 event on September 23 has anchored trader sentiment around a December 2026 holiday shipping target for the Tamagotchi-style keychain device. The hardware integrates Meta’s recently launched Muse AI agent—unveiled September 8—with real-time voice, an animated avatar on a roughly 2-inch screen, fingerprint activation, dual cameras, and standalone 5G connectivity, positioning it as a phone-free interface for tasks like bookings or shopping. Strong early Muse app adoption and retail partnerships have reinforced momentum, though only prototypes exist and pricing plus full specs remain pending. Traders are watching for production updates, regulatory or supply-chain signals, and any slippage that could affect resolution before year-end.