Meta’s annual VR/AR event is set to commence shortly, delineating the technological advancements and strategies anticipated for the upcoming year. This event will provide insights into new developments in augmented and virtual reality, consistent with its tradition of revealing the company’s trajectory in these domains.
Notably, attendees can expect discussions on “Orion,” a pair of Buddy Holly-style glasses designed for augmented reality. Although CEO Mark Zuckerberg has indicated its potential, only a prototype will be showcased at the event. Additionally, there is anticipation for a more affordable version of the Quest 3 headset and advancements in AI integration for Ray-Ban smart glasses.
For continuous updates, the live blog will commence at 1 PM ET / 10 AM PT, with preliminary commentary beginning earlier.
In other news, Caroline Ellison, the former CEO of Alameda Research and advisor to FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried, has been sentenced to two years in prison. Ellison, who pled guilty in late 2022 for her involvement in the FTX fraud, was a key witness in Bankman-Fried’s trial. Post-prison, she will be on supervised release for three years. Ellison has expressed remorse for her actions.
In gaming news, “Palworld,” an adventure game that blends elements of Pokémon with firearms, has been met with mixed reactions. Developer Pocketpair faces a lawsuit from Nintendo in Japan, which views the game as an infringement. Despite this, “Palworld” has been unexpectedly launched for the PS5 in 68 countries, excluding Japan.
Meanwhile, Duolingo has entered the market for educational pianos, collaborating with Loog to create a learning piano integrated with Duolingo’s app. This new initiative aims to teach users the fundamentals of piano playing through music courses.
Lastly, TikTok has announced the shutdown of its streaming service, TikTok Music. The service will cease operations on November 28, and user data and login information will subsequently be deleted. Subscribers have been advised to contact their payment platforms for refunds before the closure date.