Facebook’s parent company Meta is reportedly developing headphones with AI and cameras, they are internally called “Camerabuds”. The headset can provide real-time translation and contextual information about the user’s surroundings.
As they race to integrate AI into our everyday lives, tech giants are constantly exploring new ways to make their AI more accessible and intuitive. Now, The Information reports that Facebook parent company Meta is entering the fray with AI-powered camera-equipped headphones.
These headphones are designed to enhance AI capabilities for real-time object detection and foreign language translation. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has shown great interest in the project, reviewing various design concepts that could be either in-ear or over-the-ear valves.
Meta’s management sees AI-powered headphones as the next logical step in the evolution of wearable technology, with competitors likely to follow suit. The company has even partnered with Kansas-based electronics company Ear Micro, which specializes in smart headphones, to explore the possibilities of this emerging technology.
Before the product becomes a reality, there are technical hurdles to overcome, such as possible camera obstruction due to long hair and overheating issues. In addition, privacy concerns surrounding the use of cameras in wearable devices, reminiscent of the Google Glass controversy, must be addressed.
Despite these challenges, the prospect of AI-powered headphones is exciting. Such devices could transform the way differently-abled users interact with their surroundings, potentially providing features such as real-time translation and contextual information about objects and locations.
Meta’s interest in AI wearables is part of a broader trend in the tech industry. OpenAI and Apple are also said to be exploring similar devices, while startups such as Humane and Rabbit have already launched AI wearables.
Source: Android Authority
