
While I acknowledge Meta’s role in bringing smart glasses to a mainstream audience, it has proven to be an irresponsible steward. Its “growth at all costs” mindset has actively poisoned people’s perception of the form factor. Under Meta’s watch, glasses have gained a creepy connotation before their utility has been fully realized.
Google’s second take on smart glasses is the exact opposite of what Meta has done. Every single aspect has been considered, and the result is worthy of being most people’s introduction to the form factor.
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