2025: The Year of Smart Glasses with Artificial Intelligence.
A clear vision of the future of wearable devices.
The evolution of smart glasses powered by artificial intelligence is gaining momentum, as major companies like Meta and Baidu, along with startups such as Brilliant Labs and Solos, begin to introduce increasingly sophisticated devices. Unlike past failures like Google Glass, these new glasses are designed to provide practical access without distracting those around.
One of the main attractions of these smart glasses is their focus on functionality. With the growing use of artificial intelligence tools, users are looking for ways to integrate these technologies into their daily lives. For example, the collaboration between Meta and Ray-Ban has resulted in a product that allows users to take photos and videos, as well as connect to Meta's assistant, all while maintaining a sleek design. Other features such as real-time translation and health metrics tracking, as seen in the Solos AirGo 3, demonstrate how the fusion of fashion and technology can be highly appealing.
Moreover, smart glasses seem to be one of the best options for incorporating artificial intelligence into physical devices, surpassing the uncertainty associated with other devices like the Humane AI Pin or the Rabbit R1. The general perception is that smart glasses are more reliable and practical.
The increase in the use of artificial intelligence is also reflected in the potential of these glasses to act as personal assistants. For instance, Brilliant Labs is developing the Frame Smart Glasses, which incorporate the Noa assistant, designed to help busy users with reminders and task management. Similarly, Baidu's new Xiaodu Smart Glasses, which operate with the Ernie language model, allow users to access contextual information and track their calories. This focus on context-based artificial intelligence can significantly enhance productivity.
On the other hand, augmented reality has the potential to completely transform the visual experience for users. Smart glasses can include everything from small speakers to integrated displays, providing additional information about the environment. While it is anticipated that augmented reality technology is still in development, Meta's glasses, known as Orion, promise to combine augmented reality with artificial intelligence to open a new market.
Brilliant Labs is also exploring the use of augmented reality in its Frame Smart Glasses, offering an open-source platform that will allow developers to create customized applications. Although the arrival of these technologies may not be imminent, a future where AI-powered smart glasses become an integral part of everyday life appears to be on the horizon.
