The Hustle Daily Show The age of smart glasses is upon us
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Jun 20, 2025 Dive into the resurgence of smart glasses and the tech giants aiming to dominate this market. Discover how AI integration is making these devices more appealing than ever. Learn about collaborations like Ray-Ban and Meta, and check out augmented reality features in Snap's Spectacles. Explore innovative applications like immersive movie-watching and enhancements for users with visual impairments. Plus, get insights into market viability and the pricing strategies that could shape the future of smart eyewear!
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AI Powers Smart Glasses Revival
- AI integration is the tipping point for smart glasses becoming viable now.
- Earlier models like Google Glass lacked practical applications that AI now enables.
Normal Looks Boost Adoption
- New smart glasses look like regular glasses, improving adoption.
- This aesthetic shift moves away from the earlier awkward designs people felt silly wearing.
Discreet Recording at Weddings
- A wedding guest quietly recorded the ceremony using Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses.
- This example shows their use in discreet recording when phones aren't allowed.