"Hey Meta, look and describe this." When I issued the voice command while wearing the glasses, Meta's AI, formerly known as Facebook, described the scenery in front of me within seconds. It recognized not only the food on the table but also the clutter on the drawer, relaying the information audibly. This is the world of smart glasses, where I see alongside artificial intelligence.
Starting July 22, South Korea's three major telecom companies, including SK Telecom, began selling Meta's AI glasses, the Ray-Ban Meta.
The Ray-Ban Meta is a product co-developed by Meta and global eyewear company EssilorLuxottica. The product features Ray-Ban's iconic styles: Wayfarer, Skyler, and Headliner, and boasts a battery life of up to eight hours.
While slightly heavier than regular glasses, they are comfortable for extended wear. After pairing with a smartphone via a dedicated app, users can take photos and videos using a small capture button located on the arm of the glasses. A touchpad on the arm allows users to swipe through music or adjust the volume.
Notably impressive is the camera performance, capable of capturing 12MP photos and 3K Ultra HD videos. The clarity is remarkable for a wearable device, making it ideal for travel, vlogging, and everyday documentation. Photos can be transferred directly to a smartphone via Wi-Fi, and uploading to the cloud is also possible.
In terms of AI functionality, it responded naturally to English commands, but recognition of Korean voice commands was less effective. To use Korean, additional data needed to be downloaded, but errors prevented access. In English, I was able to converse with the AI while walking, asking real-time questions and translating Japanese signs or menus.
The three telecom companies plan to accelerate the expansion of their AI device lineup, starting with the Ray-Ban Meta. SK Telecom has begun sales through its official online store and offline locations. KT has already started selling online and will expand to general dealerships nationwide starting August 3. LG Uplus has also begun selling the Ray-Ban Meta and plans to expand its lineup of wearable devices, introducing products linked to communication services.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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