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Exclusive: Meta's new smart glasses are great and everyone should be worried


Imagine the AR race is over. Meta won. Now, we're left with the 'Eye Glow' problem.

(Image credit: Android Central)This is an exclusive column featuring expert analysts from International Data Corporation (IDC), who provide insights into the latest products, news, and more. While Google and its partners are still in the R&D phase, figuring out how to get a display into their glasses, Meta has millions of users already capturing photos and videos, sharing their lives, and getting comfortable with the idea of tech-enabled eyewear. This technical choice results in a much more natural appearance and puts significant pressure on Android XR to find a solution that doesn't make users feel like they're walking around with a glowing screen on their face.

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