AR Glasses Showdown: Meta and Snap's Upcoming Innovations
The Future of AR Glasses
Next month is pivotal for AR glasses with Meta and Snap unveiling their latest advancements. Snap CEO Evan Spiegel will introduce the next generation of Spectacles on September 17th, while Mark Zuckerberg will debut Orion at his Connect conference on September 25th.
Competing Visions
While both companies have different strategies, they share the challenge of preparing AR glasses for mainstream markets. Currently, these innovative devices won't be released for sale; Snap's production is limited to about 10,000 units, and Meta's lower quantity adds to the intrigue. Both executives see this technology as potentially revolutionary, similar to smartphones.
Challenges Ahead
- Meta's Orion aims to showcase advanced features but was initially scrapped for commercial sale due to various hurdles.
- Snap's Spectacles are upgrading existing designs but face skepticism regarding profitability given its current business struggles.
- The fiscal health of each company impacts their respective bets on future hardware.
As the technology develops, staying updated will be crucial for industry watchers.
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