For the first time, Facebook has collaborated with Ray-Ban to introduce its long-awaited smart glasses. For now, Facebook’s smart glasses concept will focus on taking photos and shooting short videos rather than augmented reality. Videos on Facebook will probably only take 30 seconds to load, as well as non-Facebook apps like Twitter, TikTok, and Snapchat.
The concept of smart glasses originated on Facebook
Facebook and Ray-Ban weren’t the first to design Facebook smart glasses. This means that Facebook is entering an increasingly competitive market. Important players such as Amazon.com Inc, Google, Microsoft Corp, Apple Inc and Snap Inc are participating in the competition. They have all rushed to build different smart glasses solutions. However, due to the high price tag and architectural design flaws, early offerings like Google Glass struggled to find a market.
Snapchat also tried to sell a similar product called Spectacles in 2016, but it met the same fate as Google Glass. In fact, the augmented reality glasses launched this year were not on sale. Provided only for augmented reality creators. Snapchat Spectacles with Growth and Improvement is in its third generation. However, the vision of the target market is not recognized. In 2017, the company recorded a $40 million write-down of the value of unsold inventory.
The all-round view of Facebook smart glasses
Facebook lives with you everywhere. In your homes for entertainment, in your offices for advertising and digital marketing purposes. And also in your kitchens to advertise your cooking, nutrition and much more. Moreover, in resorts, streets and roads, to showcase your lifestyle and experiences. Now your face will have to share the same experience with many improvements. However, one can capture a first-person perspective by simply wearing glasses. They can capture any activity they choose. Such as riding a bike and traveling by bus. Walking in beautiful and adventurous places.
However, Facebook and Ray-Ban hope that this product will attract more customers than previous products. The company hopes that Facebook Smart Glasses will be the smart glasses that people will actually want to wear. Due to the curiosity of continuous development and improvement, people will enjoy trying these pairs of glasses. Ray-ban Stories are smart glasses that feature a built-in speaker and microphone.
You can stay focused on what you’re doing with Facebook Smart Glasses and don’t have to choose between being in front of the camera or being completely present. This way, you can spend every ounce of time with your loved ones while preserving these priceless family moments. It fulfills the definition of being with someone you love and being in the moment. This technology will capture these moments.
Smart features
To the human eye, Facebook’s smart glasses look very similar to traditional Ray-Ban glasses. However, the obvious side of this product is hidden by a variety of smart features. Like a pair of 5-megapixel camera sensors. 5.0 Built-in Bluetooth and Wi-Fi sync. The battery storage capacity is sufficient for 500 photos. To take a photo, the user must touch and hold the right side of the glasses. But if the user wants to shoot a short video clip, he has to click on it once.
There is also a touch area to control music and calls on the right side of the Facebook smart glasses. User can adjust the volume to the left or right. Or touch twice to answer and end calls from the phone. Background noise reduction algorithm provides enhanced calling experience. The Facebook voice assistant is also built into the glasses. Three microphones provide rich voice and voice transmission for phones and movies. These microphones also allow Facebook smart glasses to be controlled via voice control for a hands-free experience.
Mix the product
Glasses are not an individual product; Thus, music and calls can be transferred via Bluetooth to Facebook smart glasses. Primarily, it also reduces the cost of earphones. You’ll likely need to use the Facebook View app on iPhone or Android to manage and set up the glasses. However, the media appears in a section of the app when the user takes a photo or video.
The user can then download these images or videos to storage and edit them on the device. One can share those photos and videos on Facebook and other Facebook-owned platforms including Instagram, WhatsApp, and Messenger. And also non-Facebook apps like Twitter, TikTok, Snapchat, and many more. This is an ongoing product. So, it will come with amazing updates in the future.
Not yet, augmented reality includes
On Thursday, the social media platform unveiled Facebook smart glasses called “Ray-Ban Stories.” While the glasses do not contain augmented reality (AR) technology yet. Facebook has stated that it will add this feature in the future. The company believes that smart glasses will lead to a new era of communication and personal interaction. Our goal is to help design technologies that allow people to feel connected anytime, anywhere,” said Monisha Perkash. Also, we want to generate a sense of social presence, a feeling of being with another person, regardless of physical distance.
Facebook smart glasses prices and availability
Facebook’s smart glasses feature the popular Wayfarer frame design owned by EssilorLuxottica SA. The glasses are available in 20 different types of styles, such as wayfarer, large wayfarer, round, and meteor. In addition, the glasses are available in five colors. It includes a variety of lenses, such as clear, sun, transitional, and prescription lenses. The frame is a few millimeters thicker than a regular Wayfarer pair, and five grams heavier. Cost $299. While, on the other hand, Ray-Ban’s popular minimalist Wayfarer frame costs around $150. Currently, Facebook Smart Glasses are available online and in Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, the United States, Italy and Ireland.
Smart Glasses Privacy Guide
According to Facebook, the LED light on the pair of glasses will flash when the camera is turned on. The light is used to make others aware that the wearer is taking photos or short videos. Facebook Smart Glasses has also released a guide explaining how to use a pair of glasses appropriately. For example, turning it off in private places like public bathrooms. Also avoid engaging them in nefarious activities such as harassment or collecting sensitive information.