Apple has filed a patent for a set of smart glasses that would serve as a heads-up display and incorporate features similar to the Apple Watch, suggesting that the company may be working on a more standard version of smart glasses alongside its recently unveiled Vision Pro headset.
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.
Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, the successor to Ray-Ban Stories, allow users to livestream video to Facebook and Instagram, addressing the previous model's limitation, and come in various designs, with prices starting at $299.
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.
Meta's product showcase for 2023 introduced the Quest 3 headset, the first mainstream mixed reality headset, with improved features such as full color passthrough, enhanced performance, and new controllers, while also announcing the arrival of Xbox Cloud gaming and the release of next-gen Ray-Ban smart glasses. Additionally, former Microsoft executive Panos Panay will head Amazon's Devices and Services division, Logitech unveiled a foldable racing cockpit chair, and Disney+ will restrict password sharing in Canada.
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 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.
LAWK is set to launch its futuristic smart glasses, the LAWK ONE AR glasses, which feature a heads-up display and a range of features including data display, camera, integrated speakers, and a virtual assistant powered by ChatGPT. The glasses also employ Binocular Waveguide Technology to enhance depth perception and provide a more realistic viewing experience.
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.
