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[Weekly AI] Meta Expands AI Glasses Translation to 20 Languages, Including Korean Support
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[Weekly AI] Meta Expands AI Glasses Translation to 20 Languages, Including Korean Support

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Meta has expanded its AI glasses' real-time translation capabilities to 20 languages, including Korean.
  • The Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley Meta smart glasses now support Korean translation, with offline features planned.
  • Meta is also broadening sales channels for the AI glasses to include offline electronics stores and mobile carrier networks.

Global tech giant Meta has significantly enhanced its AI-powered smart glasses, the Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley Meta, by adding Korean to its real-time translation feature. This expansion brings the total number of supported languages to 20, making the device more accessible to a wider international audience. The company plans to introduce offline translation capabilities in the future, further increasing the glasses' utility.

Launched in South Korea in late May, these smart glasses offer a range of functionalities beyond translation. Users can capture photos and videos, listen to audio via built-in Bluetooth speakers, and interact with Meta's AI assistant using voice commands like "Hey Meta." The collaboration with eyewear company EssilorLuxottica combines Meta's AI technology with stylish, wearable frames.

Meta AI is an essential element that cannot be separated from our daily lives.

— Dong-A IlboThe article's introductory paragraph emphasizing the growing importance of AI in daily life.

In addition to the feature upgrades, Meta is actively working to expand the consumer reach of its AI glasses. The company is broadening its sales strategy by moving beyond online-only channels. The smart glasses will soon be available in offline electronics stores and through the distribution networks of South Korea's three major mobile carriers. This move aims to increase visibility and accessibility for potential customers.

Hey Meta

— UserExample voice command to activate the Meta AI assistant on the smart glasses.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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