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A new combined implant and augmented reality glasses system called PRIMA has successfully restored reading ability to patients with untreatable macular degeneration, marking a significant advancement in artificial vision technology, with promising results from a European clinical trial involving 38 patients.
Xreal, formerly known as Nreal, has released its latest augmented reality glasses, the Xreal Air 2, for pre-order in Europe and the US. The glasses feature improved displays, increased comfort, and the option for electrochromic dimming. They offer a big screen experience with Sony's latest Micro-OLED display, full HD resolution, and a refresh rate of up to 120Hz. The Air 2 is lighter and thinner than its predecessor, and it connects to devices via USB-C. The Xreal Air 2 Pro introduces three modes of electrochromic dimming and is priced at $449. Shipping is expected to begin in November 2023.
Engineers at tech giants like Facebook and Google developed facial recognition tools years ago that could identify people, but chose not to release them due to privacy concerns and potential backlash. However, smaller companies like Clearview AI and PimEyes have since pushed the boundaries by releasing face search engines that can link a person's face to their online presence. This has raised ethical questions about the widespread use of facial recognition technology, which is currently used by law enforcement, authoritarian governments, and businesses. The open-source nature of neural network technology has allowed for the development of these tools, but it also raises concerns about privacy and the end of anonymity.
Meta Platforms is using a complex manufacturing process for its first-generation augmented reality glasses, involving factories in China, Taiwan, and the U.S. Due to government regulations, Meta is using a special and expensive compound inside the lenses that cannot be easily exported. As a result, the lenses are assembled in the U.S., while other components are made in China and Taiwan.
Despite disagreements with Mark Zuckerberg, Andrew Bosworth, the chief of Meta Platforms' hardware division, holds significant power within the company. Bosworth initially opposed a collaboration with Ray-Ban to build sunglasses equipped with cameras, considering them gimmicky, but ultimately supported the idea to align with Zuckerberg's vision. Bosworth's influence at Meta is unparalleled, and he knows when to choose his battles with the company's ultimate decision-maker.