Meta Connect 2026: 6 devices and AI services we expect to see
VR & AR Smart Glasses Meta Connect 2026: 6 devices and AI services we expect to see News By Scott Younker Published 21 September 2026 Smart glasses, the return of avatars and more When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. We're expecting to see CEO Mark Zuckerberg on stage announcing several new devices including different smart glasses, a VR headset, and potential Metaverse features.As with the last few Connects, smart glasses should take up a bulk up of the presentation. This means the glasses will have at least six microphones that let you ask for directions and do other AI-based tasks without taking your phone out of your pocket.
- ▪VR & AR Smart Glasses Meta Connect 2026: 6 devices and AI services we expect to see News By Scott Younker Published 21 September 2026 Smart glasses, the return of avatars and more When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an
- ▪We're expecting to see CEO Mark Zuckerberg on stage announcing several new devices including different smart glasses, a VR headset, and potential Metaverse features.As with the last few Connects, smart glasses should take up a bulk up of th
- ▪This means the glasses will have at least six microphones that let you ask for directions and do other AI-based tasks without taking your phone out of your pocket.
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VR & AR Smart Glasses Meta Connect 2026: 6 devices and AI services we expect to see News By Scott Younker Published 21 September 2026 Smart glasses, the return of avatars and more When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Getty Images) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Meta Connect kicks off later this week as the tech giant's annual event starting September 23.
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