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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AR Glasses Development Challenges
- AR glasses need better battery, display, camera, and chip technology to be truly compelling.
- Existing AR displays, like HoloLens, are not good enough due to limitations in physics.
Whoop's New Battery
- Whoop fitness tracker utilizes Sila Nanotechnologies' new silicon anode battery.
- This provides a 20% energy density boost, a significant advancement in battery tech.
Apple Car's Uncertain Future
- Apple's car project faces challenges defining its unique contribution to the industry.
- Existing car manufacturers are already electrifying their vehicles and addressing the Tesla threat.