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Social Media-Integrated Smartglasses

Meta and 'Ray-Ban Stories' Have Debuted 'Facebook View'

— January 24, 2022 — Tech
Meta, the parent company behind the social media platform Facebook, has debuted a line of smart glasses in collaboration with Ray-Ban named 'Ray-Ban Stories,' which seamlessly incorporate social connectivity through 'Facebook View.' Ray-Ban Stories glasses feature dual 5-megapixel cameras, in-built audio for media or phone calls, and an intuitive touch control system. The touch controls allow users to change the song, pause media playback, take a photo, or record a video easily through a responsive touchpad.

In addition to these convenient features, which are very reminiscent of the Google Glass venture from 2013, Ray-Ban Stories have integrated Facebook View onto the tech wearable. Facebook View functions as a companion smartphone application that allows users to connect their glasses to their phones. This connection makes transferring videos, photos, and content easy, allowing for quick and convenient access to media for use on Facebook.

While the current state of Ray-Ban Stories makes them quite similar to the Snapchat Spectacles, the integration that these smart glasses hold with Facebook View could allow for live streaming, content creation, and a new level of influencer connection where viewers can literally see what their favorite personality is seeing.

Image Credit: Ray-Ban, Meta
Trend Themes
1. Social Media-integrated Smart Glasses - Meta and Ray-Ban Stories incorporate social connectivity through 'Facebook View,' creating opportunities for live streaming, content creation, and influencer connection.
2. Dual Camera Smart Glasses - Ray-Ban Stories come with dual 5-megapixel cameras for enhanced media playback and video recording.
3. Touch Control Smart Glasses - The intuitive touch control system on Ray-Ban Stories allows easy access to media and phone calls
Industry Implications
1. Eyewear Industry - The rise of smart glasses creates opportunities for innovation within the eyewear industry.
2. Social Media Industry - The integration of social media into tech wearables creates opportunities for influencers, content creators, and live streaming services.
3. Tech Wearables Industry - The integration of social media and advanced features creates opportunities for disruption in the tech wearables industry.
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