The Vergecast Facebook debuts Ray-Ban smart glasses / Apple’s iPhone 13 event will take place on September 14th / Amazon announces its first-ever lineup of smart TVs
Sep 10, 2021
In this engaging discussion, Alex Cranz and Alex Heath share insights on Facebook's Ray-Ban smart glasses, exploring their features, privacy concerns, and market reception. They dive into the excitement surrounding Apple's upcoming iPhone 13 launch, speculating on new camera tech and features. Amazon's debut of its smart TV lineup also sparks conversation about market competition and user experience. The duo discusses the broader implications of hardware challenges in tech, highlighting how these developments influence consumer habits and privacy perceptions.
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Facebook on Your Face
- Facebook and Ray-Ban launched smart glasses called "Ray-Ban Stories".
- Ray-Ban approached Facebook two years ago, and Facebook acts like a tech OEM.
Smart Glasses Privacy
- Smart glasses' main privacy concern is invading others' privacy, not protecting your own.
- This concern, along with other product limitations, has hindered smart glasses adoption.
Why Dieter Bought the Glasses
- Dieter Bohn bought the Ray-Ban Stories glasses for their Bluetooth headphone functionality.
- He acknowledges the privacy and Facebook association concerns but prioritizes the audio feature.