More Meta Layoffs, Reality Labs Employees Now in the Firing Line

According to reports, tech firm Meta has laid off employees in its Reality Labs division, mostly affecting hardware development and Oculus Studios teams. One of the projects affected is Supernatural, a virtual reality fitness game that Meta purchased for more than $400 million.

According to the firm, the change is intended to increase productivity while maintaining the company's commitment to creating content for Supernatural and Quest. These recent layoffs come after a larger round of job cuts in February.

That month, Meta slashed about 3,600 positions, or around 5% of its global employment, citing performance-related issues. The precise number of layoffs is yet unknown. The layoffs are in line with CEO Mark Zuckerberg's goal of creating a more streamlined, flexible company.

Meta Facing Outrage on Social Media

Social media users reacted negatively to the February layoffs, with many blaming the corporation for putting executive compensation ahead of the livelihoods of normal workers.

In addition to public outrage, a number of former Meta employees claimed that the layoffs weren't just performance-based. Some said they were fired for reasons unrelated to their work performance or even while they were on authorised leave.

Meta, one of the most popular social media sites in the world, mostly makes money via advertising. As it fights for the top spot in the rapidly changing field of generative AI technology, the company's multibillion-dollar investment in AI infrastructure is fueled by that revenue stream.

Ray-Ban Meta Glasses with AI will soon be Available in India

The Ray-Ban Meta, one of Meta's newest smart glasses, will soon be available in India, the company has revealed. These glasses, which are powered by Meta AI and provide a distinctive fusion of fashion and technology, were created in collaboration with the international eyewear manufacturer EssilorLuxottica.

The glasses were first released in a few regions last year, but they are now being released in more nations, such as Mexico and the United Arab Emirates, with India likely to follow. The glasses, which are made for hands-free interaction, allow users to send messages, control music, translate languages, and ask questions by simply saying, "Hey Meta."

They can take pictures, record videos, and make calls via apps like Instagram, WhatsApp, and Messenger in addition to having built-in cameras and speakers.

The Ray-Ban Meta spectacles were initially introduced in September 2023 as the successor to the original Ray-Ban Stories, which were released in 2021. With this new iteration, Meta has expanded app support, enhanced design, enhanced sound quality, and added more potent AI functions.

The glasses are made to feel and look like standard Ray-Bans. However, they are now packed with smart technology that allows users to keep their phone in their pocket and stay connected.