Meta and Samsung's Next Move in the Smart Glasses Race

Ever since Samsung hinted at their entry into the XR scene last year, tech enthusiasts have been eagerly waiting for their first XR headset. Just recently, Samsung revealed 'Project Moohan, ' sparking curiosity about what's next. In response, Meta is planning a major upgrade for its Ray-Ban Smart Glasses. Right now, Meta's Ray-Ban Smart Glasses rely solely on voice commands and gestures for all actions. But get ready for a change! According to recent reports, Meta is considering adding a display to the upcoming generation of these smart glasses. This move is a direct response to Samsung's upcoming AR glasses launch. Imagine receiving notifications directly on your smart glasses, with Meta AI handling the responses. This could become a reality as early as the second half of next year, 2025. Back in the day, Meta showcased 'Project Orion, ' smart glasses equipped with a projector display. Unfortunately, the high cost put a halt to its immediate release. However, the latest updates suggest that a less advanced but more affordable version of Project Orion's display tech might make it into the next-gen Ray-Ban Smart Glasses. All this excitement comes after Google and Samsung introduced Android XR and their first headset using this OS. Samsung is expected to launch their first XR headset, followed by smart AR glasses, in the second half of 2025. With big names like Apple, Meta, and Samsung now in the XR glasses and headset market, it's an exciting time to watch how each company improves their devices. The race is on to see who will emerge as the leader in this budding market.