Augmented Reality and Social Presence: How Meta’s Vision is Shaping Future Interactions
In a conversation with Cleo Abram, Mark Zuckerberg offered a glimpse into the future Meta is building with augmented reality (AR) and artificial intelligence (AI). The interview touched on Meta’s revolutionary AR glasses, AI advancements, and their potential impact on everything from social interactions to industrial applications. As Meta continues its push to create seamless virtual experiences, the implications of these technologies are wide-ranging, not only for consumers but also for industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, and education.
In this article I will share what I have picked from that discussion and Meta’s vision for AR and AI, exploring their transformative potential and offering a critical perspective on whether these innovations can realistically meet their promises.
The Evolution of Computing Platforms: A Step Toward AR
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