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Key announcements from Meta Connect 2024

Key announcements from Meta Connect 2024

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  • Meta unveils Orion AR glasses with AI capabilities and gesture controls.
  • Quest 3S VR headset launches at $299.99, replacing Quest 2 and Pro.
  • Ray-Ban smart glasses receive software updates, including real-time translation feature.
  • AI-generated content to be integrated into Facebook and Instagram feeds.
  • Meta introduces celebrity-voiced AI chatbots on various platforms.
  • New Llama model now capable of processing visual information.
4 months ago
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Key announcements from Meta Connect 2024

Key announcements from Meta Connect 2024
1 year ago
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corporate restructuring
leadership changes

OpenAI shifts focus from research to commercial pursuits

OpenAI shifts focus from research to commercial pursuits
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4 months ago
AR
VR
AI

Key announcements from Meta Connect 2024

Key announcements from Meta Connect 2024
  • Meta unveils Orion AR glasses with AI capabilities and gesture controls.
  • Quest 3S VR headset launches at $299.99, replacing Quest 2 and Pro.
  • Ray-Ban smart glasses receive software updates, including real-time translation feature.
  • AI-generated content to be integrated into Facebook and Instagram feeds.
  • Meta introduces celebrity-voiced AI chatbots on various platforms.
  • New Llama model now capable of processing visual information.
4 months ago
AR
VR
AI

Key announcements from Meta Connect 2024

Key announcements from Meta Connect 2024
  • Meta unveils Orion AR glasses with AI capabilities and gesture control.
  • Quest 3S VR headset launches at $299.99, replacing Quest 2.
  • Ray-Ban smart glasses get new features including reminders and real-time translation.
  • AI-generated content coming to Facebook and Instagram feeds.
  • Meta introduces celebrity-voiced AI chatbots on various platforms.
  • New Llama model adds image processing capabilities.
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National Novel Writing Month faces backlash over allowing AI

National Novel Writing Month faces backlash over allowing AI
  • National Novel Writing Month organizers won't object to AI use in the event.
  • Authors criticize the decision, citing concerns about AI in literature.
  • Famous writers sued OpenAI for allegedly using their work without permission.
  • Artists and writers are fighting against tech companies benefiting from their work unpaid.
1 year ago
AI
corporate restructuring
leadership changes

OpenAI shifts focus from research to commercial pursuits

OpenAI shifts focus from research to commercial pursuits
  • OpenAI transitions from nonprofit research lab to profit-driven tech company.
  • Several key leadership departures, including CTO Mira Murati and chief research officer Bob McGrew.
  • Plans to restructure as for-profit company, potentially losing nonprofit parent control.
  • CEO Sam Altman consolidates power following brief ouster and board reshuffling.
  • Concerns arise about prioritizing product launches over safety and research.
1 year ago
AI
wearable tech
smart glasses

Meta introduces AI-powered features for Ray-Ban smart glasses

Meta introduces AI-powered features for Ray-Ban smart glasses
  • Meta unveils new AI features for Ray-Ban smart glasses, including photo reminders and QR code scanning.
  • Real-time language translation between English, French, Italian, and Spanish coming soon.
  • Improved AI responsiveness and accuracy in object recognition and conversations.
  • New clear frame design reveals internal technology, limited to 7,500 units.
  • Meta reports high demand, with over 700,000 pairs shipped according to IDC estimates.
1 year ago
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privacy
social media

Snapchat's AI selfie feature raises privacy concerns

Snapchat's AI selfie feature raises privacy concerns
  • Snapchat's My Selfie feature allows AI-generated images based on user photos.
  • Users' faces could be used in personalized ads by default.
  • Snapchat provides an option to disable the use of AI selfies in advertisements.
  • The company claims it doesn't share user data with third-party advertisers.
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