Meta has announced an update for its Ray-Ban smart glasses, enhancing their functionality with new features and improved artificial intelligence. This update introduces capabilities for music streaming services like Spotify, Apple Music, and Shazam across various regions.
Users can now enjoy features such as playing music, shuffling playlists, and repeating songs through simple voice commands initiated by saying “Hey Meta.” The latest version, v14.1, adds significant improvements to the glasses’ AI software, making its voices sound more natural and lifelike.
English-speaking users in regions including the U.K., Canada, and various European countries can now access these features. Moreover, the AI can now provide real-time information about weather conditions, air quality, and UV index through voice commands.
Earlier this year, Meta celebrated a milestone of 2 million units sold and is on track to ramp up production to 10 million by 2026. The smart glasses have gained popularity since their release, further solidified by an impressive holiday update that included innovative features such as Live Record and Live Translate.
These functionalities allow users to record their surroundings and receive real-time translations of conversations happening in another language, enhancing the overall user experience. As Meta continues to innovate, there are hints that future generations of the Ray-Ban smart glasses may include a built-in display.
This addition could eliminate the need for users to constantly reach for their smartphones, making interactions more seamless. With their blend of style and emerging technology, Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses appear to be on an upward trajectory, appealing to both tech enthusiasts and everyday users alike.