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During an exciting conversation with Dr. Darryl Glover, Daniel Alder from Ray-Ban presented the innovative Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses. These glasses combine classic style with advanced technology, creating a whole new experience for eyewear. The glasses come with various features such as improved audio, image capture, and live streaming, making them more than just a fashion accessory but also a leap into the future of smart eyewear. Let’s dive into the details of how these glasses will revolutionize the world of eyewear, enhancing both style and functionality.
In Partnership with EssilorLuxottica
What’s Covered:
Introduction of Ray-Ban Vice President of North America
Dr. Darryl Glover:
Before diving into the technology, let’s introduce you, Dan. You’re instrumental in all of this, aren’t you?
Dan Alder:
Hello, everyone. I’m Dan Alder, the VP of North American Marketing at Ray-Ban. I’m thrilled to discuss the innovative Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses with you, Dr. Glover. These glasses blend iconic design with advanced technology to create something truly exceptional, as we’ll see today.
How does the music and sound work on the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses?
Dan Adler:
First, let’s try on the glasses, which you’ve already done. This is a demonstration. Now listen. You should be able to hear the music track, Dr. Glover. To adjust the volume, push forward. Tap once to stop the music. Tap twice to skip to the next track. You can also adjust the volume up and down. The glasses feature a five-mic system, allowing you to enjoy your favorite tracks with enhanced sound quality. They’re 50% louder than the previous model and excellent for taking calls on the go. The sound quality, with extra bass and clarity, is superb, even in noisy environments. But what’s truly incredible is that I can still hear you perfectly while the music is clear. It’s the best of both worlds, blending technology and innovation seamlessly.
Could you please guide me on capturing pictures, recording videos, and streaming live using Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses?
Dr. Darryl Glover:
That’s amazing. Now, let’s talk about the capture feature.
Dan Alder:
Exactly. Let’s delve deeper into this. For instance, take a look in the mirror here. Now, there’s a small button on the top. Press it once with your right hand to take a photo. Now, try recording a video by pressing and holding the button for a few seconds. When you see the flashing light in the mirror, it means you’re filming. To stop, click once. Here, you can see the picture and video taken. It has a 12-megapixel camera and offers 1080p video quality, ensuring sharp and vivid results.
Moving on to live streaming, this demo model doesn’t have the capability, but with the actual eyewear, you can live stream. This is a game-changer as it allows you to share your perspective with the world from anywhere. Take a look at the app for a preview of the live-streaming function.
How does the Meta AI work with Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses?
Now, let’s talk about Meta AI. This feature lets you control the eyewear through voice commands. While it’s unavailable in this demo, the real version lets you ask questions like, “Hey Meta, how many people live in Las Vegas?” or “How long should I cook shrimp?” The answers are displayed both audibly and on the app. Mark Zuckerberg recently revealed exciting developments for AI in 2024, enhancing the capabilities even further. Meta AI is about control and interaction through voice, making it not just innovative but truly brilliant.
What designs and colors are available with Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses?
Dr. Darryl Glover:
The design aspects are remarkable, too. There’s a variety of unique colors and styles, right?
Dan Alder:
Absolutely, Dr. Glover. We’ve put a lot of thought into the design. For instance, we offer standard sizes as well as larger ones for our Meta WAYFARER line. And then there’s the Meta HEADLINER model, available in 22 different colors. One of the standout options is the transparent model, which really showcases the design intricately.
Dr. Darryl Glover:
These designs are fantastic. The blend of comfort, style, color, technology, and innovation is exactly what we need in eye care. This is set to revolutionize patient care.
How do Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses work with Insurance?
Dan Alder:
I couldn’t agree more. And there’s more to it. We offer a variety of lenses: sun, transitions, clear, and even prescription lenses, including options like Varilux and Eyezen. This variety caters to both eye care professionals and patients, allowing them to make the most of managed vision care plans. For instance, Eyemed will be available from October 2023, offering significant benefits for eye care professionals. This product is not just phenomenal on its own, but also serves as an excellent option for a second pair of glasses or even as a primary pair. It’s all about enhancing the eyewear experience and bringing something unique to the table.
Where can I find more information about the technology used in Ray-Ban Meta Glasses and lenses?
For more information on the products mentioned, visit the Ray-Ban and Essilor websites.
Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses — combines the latest in wearable tech with authentic Ray-Ban design, to keep you connected wherever you go.
Eyezen — enhanced single vision lenses that help reduce exposure to blue light and are clear in color and appearance.
Varilux — is the most advanced progressive lens technology on the market.
Transitions — adaptive lenses built to adjust to changing light conditions.
