Meta is preparing to showcase new XR devices such as the Meta Quest 3 VR headset and second-gen Ray-Ban smart glasses, along with new generative AI chatbots, at its annual Connect event, while also emphasizing the role of AI in its vision for the metaverse.
Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg unveils new Ray-Ban smart glasses, AI products, and an updated virtual-reality headset as part of the company's metaverse expansion efforts.
Meta's annual Connect conference introduced new hardware, including the Meta Quest 3 headset with improved passthrough tech, higher resolution displays, and better graphics, as well as features such as Xbox Cloud Gaming, Emu image generation, Ray-Ban smart glasses, and Meta AI-powered bots for messaging apps.
Spy Glasses Meta-formerly-Facebook has introduced their new Ray-Ban smart glasses, equipped with a 12 megapixel camera and livestreaming capabilities, raising privacy concerns as they closely resemble regular Ray-Bans and have easily bypassed indicator lights.
Meta, formerly known as Facebook, is reportedly planning to lay off employees in its Reality Labs division focused on creating custom silicon, which could pose challenges to CEO Mark Zuckerberg's goal of building augmented and virtual reality products for the "metaverse." The unit, known as Facebook Agile Silicon Team (FAST), has struggled to compete with external chip providers, leading Meta to rely on Qualcomm for chip production. The company recently announced new versions of its smart glasses and Quest headset, and it is also working on sleeker AR glasses and smartwatches.
Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, has partnered with Ray-Ban to create second-generation AI-powered smart glasses that can record, make calls, livestream, and more, with a starting price of $299.
Meta's recent announcements at its developer-focused Connect conference include the release of the Quest 3, improved Ray-Ban glasses with AI capabilities, personality-driven chatbots, and an AI image and sticker tool, indicating the transformation of VR and smart glasses into mixed-reality devices with advanced AI features.
Meta's announcement of smart glasses with an AI virtual assistant, combined with OpenAI's development of ChatGPT's ability to see, hear, and speak, indicates a potential shift away from screens as the dominant consumer technology.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg discussed the company's metaverse strategy at the Meta Connect 2023 event, highlighting the importance of AI in their products and partnerships with Qualcomm. The newly announced Quest 3 headset offers improved features but faces challenges due to its higher price compared to its predecessor. Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses have seen improvements and the company is focused on expanding its services and enterprise applications. AI is also a key focus for Meta, with the inclusion of AI assistants and the establishment of an AI Studio for developers. Overall, Meta aims to deliver high-quality hardware and improve user experiences in the XR space.
Meta Quest Ray-Ban is a mixed-reality headset designed for inconspicuous outdoor use, offering features like hand tracking and livestreaming, while the Meta Quest 3 is a lighter headset exclusively for indoor use, with both devices showcasing clever design and functionality.
Facebook's Meta has relaunched its Ray-Ban smart glasses, designed to connect users to the metaverse, although concerns about privacy and ethical issues have been raised.
Social media giant Meta Platforms is in the buy range and has unveiled new products, including smart glasses and VR headsets, as it continues to see growth in earnings and sales.
