Meta is likely developing AI-assisted earphones equipped with cameras, aiming to seamlessly integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into daily life. According to a recent report, these innovative earphones are expected to offer users contextual information about their environment and real-time translation.
Let’s delve into what to expect from Meta’s AI-assisted earbuds.
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According to a report by The Information (via 91mobiles), Meta’s AI-assisted earphones with cameras are codenamed “Camerabuds.”
These AI-assisted earbuds are expected to offer AI capabilities for foreign language translation and real-time object identification.
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According to the report, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is currently evaluating various design concepts for the anticipated AI-assisted earphones.
However, it remains unclear whether they are over-the-ear headphones or in-ear earbuds.
The report states that Meta is collaborating with Ear Micro, an electronics company in Kansas, to explore a new miniature camera technology for incorporation into earphones for this project.
The report also notes that the project is encountering certain technical hurdles, including concerns regarding overheating and potential obstruction of the camera by hair. Furthermore, there are also privacy concerns regarding the inclusion of cameras on wearable devices.
It’s important to note that Meta has not officially confirmed the existence of its AI-assisted earphones. So, we suggest taking these details with a pinch of salt.
Also, it’s worth noting that if the report is true, this wouldn’t be the first instance of the company developing wearables with a camera.
The company introduced the Snapdragon-powered Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses last year, with prices starting at $299, roughly equivalent to ₹25,000. However, these smart glasses have yet to be launched in India.
In related news, there were speculations that Meta might launch dual camera-equipped smartwatches, but later reports suggested that the company halted the development of the project.
