Meta unveils Ray-Ban display: smart glasses with screen and sEMG wristband
New smart glasses with an integrated display are controlled via the wrist. The Meta Ray-Ban Display will be released in two weeks for 799 US dollars.
Meta Ray-Ban Display mit Neural Band
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In addition to the second generation of its Meta Ray-Ban and the new Meta Oakley Vanguard specially designed for athletes, Meta Platforms has also introduced a completely new model of its own smart glasses. The Meta Ray-Ban Display has a small screen integrated into the right lens for apps and notifications. This is controlled by a wristband called the Neural Band, which recognizes small movements of the hand and wrist that are converted into commands by an AI model.
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Meta published research into such a sEMG wristband, which turns the wrist into a computer interface, back in July. It recognizes pinch, tap and swipe gestures performed freely in the air, allows a one-dimensional cursor to be controlled by wrist movements and enables words to be written by users tracing letters on a solid surface with their index finger. Mark Zuckerberg demonstrated this during the presentation at Meta's Connect event.
Live demo with difficulties
The data company's artificial intelligence (AI), Meta AI, is also essential for controlling the Ray-Ban display. The integrated AI assistant not only interprets hand movements, but can of course also respond to voice commands. However, during the live demonstration of the smart glasses, Zuckerberg was unable to get the AI to accept a video call. In addition, a live chef was unable to get Meta AI to explain which step to take first when preparing a dish. Those involved blamed poor Wi-Fi for this.
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The screen of the Meta Ray-Ban Display shows WhatsApp chats, for example, but you can also view photos taken with the glasses before sending or posting them. It is also possible to transcribe personal conversations, i.e. display subtitles of a conversation. Navigation and real-time translations are further functions of these smart glasses.
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In terms of price, Zuckerberg confirmed earlier reports that Meta's first smart glasses with a display will be cheaper than expected. The Meta Ray-Ban Display, including the Neural Band, will be available from September 30 for 799 US dollars.
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