Battery, limited AI and more: See the main criticisms of Meta and Ray-Ban smartglasses

The first reviews of Meta and Ray-Ban smart glasses started appearing this Tuesday (17). Although it is a very useful accessory, it is already attracting criticism. These could be major problems when the device is finally released.

Just like Google Glass in 2013, One of the most striking problems in Meta’s smart glasses is the issue of privacy. The accessory features cameras pointed in front of the wearer’s face, looking at everything in front of them, including people.

Analyst Android Central Every time he passes someone on the street, He felt uncomfortable turning his glasses towards her.Even if I know I didn’t record it.

According to him, the real issue is Thismay be misinterpreted by people familiar with the device. If someone recognized the glasses, they would feel invaded by the analyst, just like pointing your cell phone at someone on the street.

Limited AI

Meta + Ray-Ban’s smart glasses aren’t that smart either. They rely on Meta’s AI even though it meets basic demands. It is not as efficient as other more mature productive models.

analyst Activate the gadgetKarissa Bell emphasizes that those with glasses have limited information about the events that took place until December 2022. Everything that happened in the world after this date There are no correct answers other than the weather forecast.

Also artificial intelligence responding to commands would be very slowhighlighted one website analyst VentureBeat.

Autonomy left something to be desired

Another review of smart glasses This was autonomy or the lack thereof. testers Android Central claim to be an accessory Doesn’t last long with charger off, works for about 3 hours 30 Used for calls, music, photos, and questions to the AI.

The site’s opinion was similar. How-To Geek. After 30 minutes of video calling, the device’s battery was reduced by approximately 20%.

This is a good start

While these issues are important in shaping the future of Meta and Ray-Ban’s smart glasses, this is still an incredible technological breakthrough. The accessory manages to pack important functions into a compact, stylish size and can perform tasks at a level similar to a smartphone.

The device is currently on pre-sale in the United States. Starts from US$ 299 (R$ 1,515 in direct conversion) and There are no predictions for its launch in other countries.