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"Meta Unveils AI-Powered Smart Glasses and Headsets for Seamless AR and VR Experiences"

Meta's upcoming update for its Ray-Ban smart glasses will introduce new artificial intelligence software that allows wearers to use the glasses to scan landmarks, translate languages, and identify objects such as animal breeds and fruits. The glasses, priced at $300 for frames and $17 for lenses, will respond to voice prompts such as "Hey, Meta, look and tell me what kind of dog this is." Reporters from The New York Times had early access to the update and tested the technology, finding it novel and quirky.

1 year ago•Source: The New York Times

"Apple Vision Pro: Unveiling the Latest Headset Innovations and Challenges"

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2 min•1 year ago

"Apple Vision Pro: Unveiling the Latest Headset Innovations and Challenges"

The Apple Vision Pro, a $3,500 virtual reality headset, has been reviewed as lacking polish and purpose, failing to replace a laptop for work and causing discomfort for the user. Despite being marketed as a versatile device for work, entertainment, and gaming, the columnist's experience with the product suggests that it may not provide significant value for users.

via The New York Times