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The new generation of “Ray-Ban Meta” smart glasses is equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon AR1 Gen1 platform. The glasses not only become lighter and more comfortable to wear, but also support high-definition image recording and shooting. (Photo/Bloomberg)
Following the launch of the first “Ray-Ban Stories” smart glasses in 2021, Facebook parent company Meta not only released the latest generation of Quest 3 head-mounted device at this year’s Meta Connect developer conference, but also launched a joint The second AR smart glasses jointly developed by EssilorLuxottica, the parent company of Ray-Ban glasses, are not only named after the “Ray-Ban Meta” smart glasses series, but also bring IPX4 waterproofing and an upgraded lens to 12 million pixels (can record videos Or live broadcast on FB, IG) and record spatial information and other five major evolutionary improvements.
The function is to record 1080P videos and photos from a first-person perspective without the burden of freeing your hands to share on FB and IG social platforms, and supports the Meta AI voice assistant voice control function (initially only available for testing in the United States).
The newly unveiled new generation of “Ray-Ban Meta” smart glasses has a body design that is quite similar to the previous generation at first glance. However, further fine-tuning has been made in terms of details and functions such as the weight of the glasses, frames and temples. . The frames offer two retro-style options: square Ray-Ban Wayfarer and square and round Headliner. The colors are matte black, shiny black, and three new transparent frames in denim blue, rebellious black and caramel. : In addition, you can also customize more than 150 types of frames and lenses to mix and match your favorite glasses style on the Ray-Ban official website.
The price remains the same as the previous generation at US$299 (approximately NT$9,650). Pre-orders are open for sale on Meta’s official website and Ray-Ban’s official website from now on. It is expected to be available in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France, and Italy from October 17. It will be launched in 15 countries. Taiwan is not on the sales list.
Meta launches a new generation of “Ray-Ban Meta” smart glasses, with three new transparent frame colors: denim blue, rebellious black and caramel. (Picture taken from Meta official website)
Meta launches a new generation of “Ray-Ban Meta” smart glasses, priced at US$299 (picture taken from Ray-Ban official website)
The five major evolutionary upgrades of “Ray-Ban Meta” smart glasses are summarized as follows:
1. Lens pixel upgrade
There is a built-in 12-megapixel camera above the right lens, which can take photos or record 1080P videos (resolution 3024 x 4032). There is an LED light above the left lens (slightly larger than the previous generation), which can display Recording in progress.
For reference, the previous generation of smart glasses was only equipped with a 5-megapixel lens and could only record videos at a maximum resolution of 2592 x 1984.
2. Built-in capacity upgrade
Compared with the previous generation of Ray-Ban Storie smart glasses, it can only record and shoot 1184×1184 resolution, 30fps video, and has a built-in storage capacity of only 4GB; the 2023 new smart glasses can record and shoot 1080P, 60fps video, and The built-in storage capacity has also been increased to 32GB.
3. Voice quality upgrade
The previous generation only had three built-in microphones, but this year’s new “Ray-Ban Meta” smart glasses have been upgraded to five built-in microphones, one of which is set on the bridge of the nose in the middle of the eye, demanding voice quality and video recording sound. The clarity of the previous generation is even better, and the volume is 50% higher than the previous generation. In addition, it also supports recording spatial audio.
4. Support waterproof + battery life improvement
In addition to supporting IPX4 daily water-resistance, the included glasses charging box can charge the smart glasses 8 times. After full charging, the battery life of the smart glasses can reach 4 hours.
In addition, when taking off the smart glasses, the built-in sensor will automatically pause the music playback. If not used for a long time, the glasses will automatically enter low-power mode.
5. Hey Meta voice control and integrated artificial intelligence functions can be used
For the first time, the Meta AI artificial intelligence function is integrated, and the voice command “Hey Meta” can be used to control the function operation of the glasses, bringing a more convenient hands-free control experience. Currently integrating Meta AI artificial intelligence functions, it is currently only available for online testing in the United States. Other countries are subject to subsequent official announcements. Mest officials stated that through free updates next year, the smart glasses will be able to understand what the user is looking at and provide corresponding assistance. For example, if they want to know information about the building in front of them, or immediately translate the content of a sign, Ray Ban Meta smart glasses can provide immediate answers.
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