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Meta Launches AI Glasses
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I really don’t think I’d ever wear bulky frames that I’d need to get expensive prescription lenses for just so that I can see a little translucent Android widget in front of me at all times
With these things (Google Glass and to an extent even the AVP) one must really ask “is any of this better than just whipping out my phone for a few seconds?”
I suspect for most people the answer is no, and at $800 I think it’s an even harder sell
Obviously $800 is much less than the $3500 an AVP will run you, but at least that almost 4K will buy you a pretty beefy computer that you can use to get some work done, Meta is asking you to pay almost a thousand dollars for what? Browsing your instagram feed with the real world as a backdrop?
With these things (Google Glass and to an extent even the AVP) one must really ask “is any of this better than just whipping out my phone for a few seconds?”
I suspect for most people the answer is no, and at $800 I think it’s an even harder sell
Obviously $800 is much less than the $3500 an AVP will run you, but at least that almost 4K will buy you a pretty beefy computer that you can use to get some work done, Meta is asking you to pay almost a thousand dollars for what? Browsing your instagram feed with the real world as a backdrop?
Best post on this board. Add that look to the fact that Zuck the ****'s company is watching your every move.
The problem is, in many states people can record other people without their permission. I'm not a fan of this. It's just creepy and weird.The glasses have a recording indicator light. You also can’t just tape it over, because it includes an environmental brightness sensor and the camera shuts off when the measured brightness at the indicator differs from that measured by the camera.
I think there is a fundamental misunderstanding here. If one is out in the public they are fair game, it’s always been that way. Inside ones house/ castle it is a completely different thing.
Which ever company makes 'Video/audio recording is not allowed on or in these premises' sign's is going to make them a millionaire because these glasses are just the start. Other companies will start making their own versions and before you know it millions of people will be wearing video/audio recording capable glasses which will force people all over the place to put up those signs.
While I still think it is creepy and weird, I understand if I am walking down the street anyone can film me. But, if I am in a restaurant or some other business, I don't believe people should be able to film me or anyone without their permission...and yes, I have had this happen before. It was so odd. Still in public though, I realize. To each their own I guess.
At least he is trying to do it live. He earned my respect. Live demo which fails is better than any pre-recorded demo.
Wishing you lots of love and light, my friend, you clearly need it. 💜
I understand what you are saying, the problem is odds are that the restaurant or other private place has cameras filming already without your explicit consent. This is more for liability/theft protection etc but you are being filmed and by entering that establishment you are basically implicitly accepting that by entering the store. Walk into any Target/Walmart/etc and they have so many cameras hidden and not hidden. Walk inside a supermarket and you will see dozen of security cameras. The clubs have cameras, gas stations etc. Whether we like it or not this is the current world today.
Oh, I understand completely. There isn't much we can do about it at this point.
Yes. I have the Ray Ban Meta (not this version obviously). A light goes on when snapping or recording. Its very visible and they will not operate if you try and cover it.
I love mine. Camera quality is good. Audio quality is surprisingly good. I even wear mine while running sometimes. They are only slightly heavier than normal Ray Bans.
This version looks MUCH bigger though so idk.
+10
As much as I hate Meta and Zuck … credit for building this. This is what I want Apple to build.
Given the limited room for battery (life) I honestly don’t see how this can become an all day device, but if this could replace the brick in my pocket called iPhone 14 Pro then shut up and take my money. I’m sick and tired of having to take out a phone to look something up.
As for some of Zuck’s demos failing … I honestly don’t care. This is early days and a lot of things need to work perfectly in order to get the most from it. It failed a few times. It happens.
I’d rather see a demo where parts fail than no demo. As much as I detest Zuck and his company … respect for attempting to demo it.