Mark Zuckerberg claims Meta’s smart glasses could give wearers a cognitive edge, but the technology still struggles with glitches, awkward social dynamics, and distraction. Early demos showed multiple devices activating at once and other technical failures, raising doubts about reliability. While the design is sleeker than past attempts, the glasses remain bulky and can make interactions feel less natural, as users shift attention to displays instead of people. Features like live captioning hold promise for accessibility, yet framing the product as essential for intelligence promotes a competitive mindset rather than genuine human connection.
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