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Meta's Smartwatch Returns: AI Assistant Included
19 Feb
Summary
- Meta is reportedly releasing a smartwatch this year.
- The device will feature health tracking and an AI assistant.
- Meta previously shelved a smartwatch project in 2022.
Meta Platforms is reportedly preparing to launch its first smartwatch later this year, according to a report citing sources familiar with the matter. The company has revived its "Malibu 2" smartwatch project, which was initially explored about five years ago but shelved in 2022. The revived device is expected to feature health tracking and integrate Meta's AI assistant.
This development highlights a significant comeback for wearable technology, largely driven by advancements in artificial intelligence. Meta's AI is also powering smart glasses made by EssilorLuxottica, with shipments reaching nearly 6 million units last year. The company is developing several augmented and mixed-reality glasses but is reassessing launch timelines to avoid customer confusion.
