Boz To The Future The Future of Wearables and AR With Alex Himel
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Nov 12, 2024 In this engaging discussion, Alex Himel, Meta’s VP of Wearables, shares insights from his 15+ years at the company, focusing on augmented reality and wearable tech. He explores the evolution of devices like the Orion glasses, touching on AI's role in enhancing user experiences. Alex discusses the intriguing possibility of wearables replacing smartphones and shares amusing personal stories about sandwiches, debating the best bread and where tomatoes belong. It's a delightful mix of tech innovation and culinary fun!
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Push-up Contest
- Alex Himel almost got in trouble for beating Mark Zuckerberg in a push-up contest.
- Zuckerberg later introduced Himel to his wife as "the only guy in the company who could beat him in a push-up contest."
Orion's Significance
- Orion, Meta's augmented reality glasses prototype, feels like a milestone in computing.
- It offers a smartphone-like experience with a large field of view, glasses form factor, and intuitive controls.
AR Input Method
- Use eye tracking as the cursor for AR glasses and a neural interface band for clicking.
- This input method avoids hand fatigue and looking awkward in public.