Tiny chip could power smart glasses without bulky batteries

A new perception chip is set to bring spatial intelligence to next-generation wearables. The device promises real-time understanding of the world in slim designs like Aviator glasses.

Developers say the chip eliminates the need for a GPU in delivering spatial awareness. This approach could remove the requirement for bulky batteries in smart eyewear.

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Illustration of a person using Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses displaying AR apps and games, for a news article on developer access.
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Meta opens ray-ban display glasses to third-party app developers

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Meta announced Thursday that it is opening its Ray-Ban Display glasses to third-party developers for apps and games. The move expands options for the $800 device introduced last fall.

Captioning smart glasses that turn spoken words into real-time subtitles are gaining attention as accessibility tools. WIRED's testing highlights one standout model for its balance of features and comfort.

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The smart glasses market experienced a 139% year-over-year growth in the second half of 2025, driven largely by Meta's AI-enabled products. Meta captured 82% of shipments, with AI glasses making up 88% of the total. This surge highlights the rising popularity of advanced eyewear, though prices remain a barrier.

Luca de Meo, CEO of Kering, confirmed that Gucci-branded smart glasses powered by Google are set to launch next year. The eyewear maker, which produces Gucci glasses, builds on a partnership with Android XR announced a year ago. This move signals growing interest from fashion brands in smart eyewear.

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Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced during the company's first-quarter earnings call that it is developing personal AI agents for its smart glasses and business use. The agents aim to help users achieve personal goals and assist entrepreneurs. This builds on the newly released Muse Spark model from Meta's AI lab.

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