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Meta’s VR app store is about to fill up with phone-style 2D apps
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Apple TV will make three classic Peanuts specials free to stream
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Finally, HP is adding AI to its printers
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iRobot’s Roomba Combo Essential with self-emptying base is $170 off right now
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Roblox launches new gaming world for kids
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Everything announced at Meta Connect 2024
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Meta Connect 2024: Meta’s Orion AR glasses unveiled
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The best deals you can get ahead of Amazon’s October Prime Day sale
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Mark Zuckerberg: creators and publishers ‘overestimate the value’ of their work for training AI
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Meta is working on recreating influencers with AI
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Popcat Pumps to New All-Time High, Surpassing $1B Market Cap – Should You Buy and Hold?
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Everything announced at Meta Connect 2024
Photo by Vjeran Pavic / The Verge Meta has a bunch of new hardware and AI news coming out of its Meta Connect event today, including a new Quest 3S VR headset, an expansion of Meta AI features, a new Llama model, and a first look at the new Orion augmented reality glasses. CEO Mark…
Meta discontinues the Quest 2 and Quest Pro after revealing Quest 3S
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Where to preorder the Meta Quest 3S
Meta is launching a new entry-level version of its flagship virtual reality headset ahead of the holidays, and preorders begin today (Sept. 25). Unveiled at the company’s Connect developer conference Wednesday, the upcoming Meta Quest 3S is nearly identical to the Meta Quest 3, save for a couple of small downgrades — and a $200…
Meta’s AI now answers in celebrity voices
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Meta will use AI to create lip-synced translations of creators’ Reels
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Meta reveals its Orion AR smart glasses
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Meta Quest 3S announced, adds cheaper headset to Meta line
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Target Circle members can get the Keurig K-Classic cheaper than everyone else
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Why Mark Zuckerberg thinks AR glasses will replace your phone
Photo by Vjeran Pavic / The Verge Meta’s CEO on his first pair of AR glasses, partnering with Ray-Ban, why he’s done with politics, and more. Continue reading… Please follow and like us:
Hands-on with Orion, Meta’s first pair of AR glasses
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AirPods deals are kicking off ahead of October’s Prime Day — even on the new AirPods 4
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Meta’s Ray-Ban branded smart glasses are getting AI-powered reminders and translation features
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Meta’s Ray-Bans will now ‘remember’ things for you
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