Meta's Ray-Ban Display Glasses Encounter Technical Issues During Live Demonstrations

During the Meta Connect event, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg showcased the company's new Ray-Ban Display glasses, which feature built-in screens and AI capabilities. However, the live demonstrations faced technical challenges. In one instance, Zuckerberg attempted to demonstrate the glasses' video call functionality by connecting with Meta's Chief Technology Officer, Andrew Bosworth. Despite multiple attempts, the call failed to connect. Addressing the issue, Zuckerberg remarked, "I don't know what to tell you guys." Bosworth added, "This WiFi is brutal."

Another demonstration involved the glasses' Live AI feature, designed to assist users in real-time tasks. A cooking segment was planned to showcase this capability, with the AI guiding the preparation of a Korean-inspired steak sauce. When prompted for the first step, the AI responded, "You've already combined the base ingredients," despite the process not having started. Repeated attempts yielded the same response, leading the presenter to suggest, "The WiFi might be messed up."

These technical difficulties occurred as Meta introduced the Ray-Ban Display glasses, priced at $799, emphasizing their advanced features and integration of AI technology. The company has not yet provided further details on the cause of the issues during the live demonstrations.