Meta has significantly enhanced the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses with groundbreaking features, including the highly anticipated Meta Real Time AI Video functionality, live language translation, and Shazam integration. These advancements arrived with the v11 software update, which launched this week.
The real-time AI video functionality lets wearers interact seamlessly with their surroundings. By asking the glasses questions, users receive immediate feedback on what the device observes. For instance, while gardening, a wearer could inquire about a plant species. Similarly, during grocery shopping, the feature can suggest meal ideas based on visible ingredients. Meta’s Live AI ensures this interaction feels like a natural conversation, continuously interpreting the environment.
Each session of the live AI feature lasts about 30 minutes on a full charge. Meta aims to enhance this tool further, allowing it to anticipate user needs proactively.
Language Translation in Real-Time
Another standout update includes live language translation. Users can engage in conversations where speech converts instantaneously between English and Spanish, French, or Italian. The glasses’ open-ear speakers play the translated text, or users can view transcripts via their phone. Language pairs must be downloaded beforehand, with customization for the user’s and their partner’s spoken languages.
Shazam Integration Enhances Entertainment
Shazam now comes built into the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, enabling wearers to identify songs with a simple voice command, “Hey Meta, what is this song?” This feature supports users in both the U.S. and Canada.
Limitations and Future Improvements
While the new features elevate the user experience, Meta acknowledges occasional inaccuracies in live AI and translation functionalities. The company pledges to refine these tools continuously for optimal performance.
With the integration of Meta Real Time AI Video and other advanced capabilities, Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses redefine wearable technology, merging convenience with innovation.