The Information‘s Abram Brown interviewed Brian Solis, Head of Global Innovation at ServiceNow, for his experience as a vocal user of Meta and Ray-Ban’s new AI-powered smart sunglasses. As an early-adopter, Brian has also worn the infamous Google Glass and Bose audio-only Frames in the past. While he skipped the first generation of the Meta Ray-Ban glasses, he jumped in on phase two because of the higher video and still image resolution, Spatial Audio and array of advanced mics, and…
An Honest Review: Bose Frames, Bose Sleepbuds and Bose Soundwear Companion
Every now and then, I dust off my tech chops to review products that add value to my world. In this case, it’s three unique Bose products purchased independently to meet the needs of three distinct (and unforeseen) scenarios. I explain in the video. Bose Frames 🕶️ (sunglasses with built-in speakers). Bose Sleepbuds 🎧 (noise-masking in-ear sleep aids). Bose Soundwear Companion 🔊 (wearable neck speakers). p.s. the electric scooter I mention as a catalyst for the Bose Frames purchase is…
SnapChat Changes Name and Focus; Snap, Inc. Now a Digital Lifestyle Company
SnapChat officially changed its name to Snap, Inc. as the company restyles itself from a one-[major] hit app company into a digital lifestyle brand. To mark the occasion, Snap, Inc. introduced Spectacles, fashion and tech-forward sunglasses that record 10-second clips, which can then be uploaded to SnapChat Memories via wifi. Following the Apple playbook, Snap, Inc. also designed a fashionable case that doubles as a charger. Spectacles will be available this Fall and will cost $130. Spectacles are the result…
