The company, reportedly calling it 'Camerabuds,' is in early stages considering headphones or earbuds with two outward-facing cameras for AI capabilities like smart glasses.
Mark Zuckerberg has seen potential designs for the device but has yet to be satisfied due to concerns regarding battery life, privacy, and engineering challenges, such as camera viewpoint obstruction.
While Meta has had mixed success with hardware projects like Portal and a camera-enabled smartwatch, its Ray-Ban smart glasses, incorporating Meta AI, have been positively received with high demand and engagement.
Meta's interest in incorporating AI into hardware aligns with its focus on leading AI developments, contrasting with underwhelming outcomes from other AI-specific hardware companies like Rabbit and Humane.
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