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Meta Connect 2025: Meta Ray-Ban Gen 2, Oakley Vanguard & Display Glasses

18 Sep 2025

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Explore Meta Connect 2025’s biggest reveals — from the new Meta Ray-Ban Gen 2 smart glasses to the Oakley Vanguard wraparound design, plus the debut of the Meta Ray-Ban Display with Neural Band control. Discover battery upgrades, camera improvements, conversation-enhancing audio, and what these innovations mean for blind and low-vision users. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece are joined by Carrie Morales and Michael Babcock to break down everything announced at Meta Connect 2025. The team debates whether the updated Meta Ray-Ban glasses are truly next-gen or a 1.5 release, and how the Oakley Vanguard wraparounds deliver better battery life, centred cameras, fitness integrations, and louder open-ear audio. The discussion dives deep into the Meta Ray-Ban Display — a $799 pair of glasses with a small right-eye screen and Neural Band gesture control. While impressive for mainstream users, the panel questions accessibility potential for blind and low-vision users. Live AI demos and WhatsApp call fails from Mark Zuckerberg highlight the real-world reliability of this evolving tech. Key insights include the new Conversation Focus feature for isolating voices in noisy spaces, Garmin and Strava integration for sports users, and the significance of Neural Band gestures for future accessible interfaces. Tech futurist Robert Scoble also shares his perspective on live demo risks, AI-powered experiences, and where smart glasses are headed in the next decade. Relevant LinksMeta Ray-Ban Glasses: https://www.meta.com/smart-glassesBe My Eyes: https://www.bemyeyes.comDouble Tap: https://doubletaponair.com Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website---Follow on:YouTube: https://www.doubletaponair.com/youtubeX (formerly Twitter): https://www.doubletaponair.com/xInstagram: https://www.doubletaponair.com/instagramTikTok: https://www.doubletaponair.com/tiktokThreads: https://www.doubletaponair.com/threadsFacebook: https://www.doubletaponair.com/facebookLinkedIn: https://www.doubletaponair.com/linkedin Subscribe to the Podcast:Apple: https://www.doubletaponair.com/appleSpotify: https://www.doubletaponair.com/spotifyRSS: https://www.doubletaponair.com/podcastiHeadRadio: https://www.doubletaponair.com/iheart About Double TapHosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and experiences, even if your sight is limited. "Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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13:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

10:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

12:00H | 20 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

2ª PARTE | 06 ENE 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

3ª PARTE | 22 ENE 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

3ª PARTE | 04 MAR 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

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