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Snap CEO Evan Spiegel: Meta's glasses are what we built 10 years ago
CNBC Television· 2025-10-28 16:52
I guess I'm just wondering why why why are you playing here and why are you competing here. Meta obviously is a market leader here with the Ray-B bands and there's rumors that Apple is going to come after that. So So why Snap.>> Well, 11 years ago we invented all sorts of things that really changed the way that people use their phones and we think made technology a lot more human. Whether that was opening to the camera instead of a feed, whether it was ephemeral messaging to make conversations feel much mor ...
Meta announces AI-assisted smart glasses at Meta Connect conference
NBC News· 2025-09-19 02:35
Product Announcements & Features - Meta announced updates to Ray-Ban smart glasses, including a wristband for gesture control and a heads-up display [2][3] - The new glasses include features like scrolling, clicking, and writing messages using gestures [3] - Meta is releasing athlete-focused Oakley smart glasses and a new entertainment hub for Quest headsets [4] Market Positioning & Pricing - Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses are priced around $300, with more expensive options offering enhanced features [13] - The Meta Ray-Ban with display and neural band is priced at $800 [13] - The $800 price point for the advanced glasses was considered surprisingly low by some [14] Augmented Reality & Technology - Meta's push into augmented reality is evident through the smart glasses and related technologies [3] - The new glasses offer messaging capabilities and the ability to see AI interactions in the display [15] - The technology is not yet at the level of Vision Pro or MetaQuest in terms of digital information integration [16] Industry Comparison & Evolution - Meta Ray-Ban glasses are considered a significant improvement over Google Glass due to their cooler design and broader acceptance [9][10] - The industry is moving towards glasses that look like regular glasses but have connectivity features like cameras, screens, and microphones [10]
Meta announces AI-assisted smart glasses at Meta Connect conference
NBC News· 2025-09-19 02:16
And finally tonight, Meta's big AI conference going it's going viral, but not for all the right reasons. There we go. Uh oh.Well, I Well, that's what happened there. Maybe Buzz can try calling me again. All right, I'm just going to pick that up with my uh with my neural band.This is uh you know it happens. The the wifi the wifi. Well, despite um maybe the Wi-Fi or whatever it was, Zuckerberg and Meta announced some pretty big things yesterday, including the much anticipated update to their Rayband smart gla ...
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Bloomberg· 2025-09-15 13:04
Augmented Reality (AR) Development - Snap is updating its operating system for AR glasses, indicating progress towards launching consumer eyewear next year [1] Product Launch - The company is approaching the launch of its first consumer eyewear product in the coming year [1]
Apple’s Vision Pro Has Little to Watch
Bloomberg Technology· 2025-08-18 20:19
Product Performance & Strategy - Apple's Vision Pro launch is considered a potential flop, contrasting with the success of previous major product categories like the Apple Watch, iPod, iPhone, and iPad [1][2] - The limited immersive video content available for the Vision Pro is a key constraint, with only 27 pieces released in the last 18 months, creating a dilemma between content investment and headset sales [3][4] - Apple plans to release a lighter, cheaper, and revamped version of the Vision Pro in 2027 [5] - Apple will refresh the Vision Pro in the coming weeks with a faster processor and a new strap to improve performance and comfort [6] Competitive Landscape & Future Outlook - Augmented reality glasses are expected to become standard for tech companies within 3-5 years [7] - Google and Samsung are also developing augmented reality technology [7] - Apple's original concept was glasses, but they are waiting until the visual quality matches the Vision Pro [8]
Xreal’s One Pro Are a Stopgap Ahead of True AR Smart Glasses
Bloomberg Technology· 2025-06-20 12:01
Product Overview - XRL 1 Pro is presented as a sleek augmented reality glasses, differing from heavy headsets like Apple's Vision Pro or Meta's Quest [1] - The device uses clear lenses for viewing digital content, but requires a tethered connection [1] Technical Specifications - The glasses are powered via USBC cable, eliminating the need for battery charging [2] - Features different modes for image display, including fixed and head-tracking options [2] - Offers a 57° field of view, 1080p displays, and 3 milliseconds of latency for smooth gaming and video experiences [3] - Incorporates Bose-tuned speakers in the temples, with a recommendation for headphones for privacy [3] Market Positioning - Priced at $649, the XRL 1 Pro is positioned for portable entertainment rather than replacing phones or serving as a next-generation computing device [3]