Meta has decided to slow down the launch of its new mixed reality glasses, nicknamed "Phoenix. " Originally set for the second half of 2026, the release is now pushed back to the first half of 2027. This delay was announced by Maher Saba, VP of Reality Labs Foundation, in a memo to employees. The re
Meta is trimming its metaverse budget by up to 30% for next year. This isn't just about saving money. It's a big shift in focus. Meta is moving resources from its metaverse projects to AI wearables. This means fewer virtual reality experiences and more smart glasses and AI-powered gadgets. This cha
Meta Platforms, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, has been accused of hiding research that showed its products negatively impact users' mental health. In a legal battle, school districts in the U. S. claim Meta shut down a study called "Project Mercury" after it found that taking a break fr
Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, has been accused of hiding research that shows their platforms can harm mental health. This came to light in court documents from a lawsuit filed by U. S. school districts against Meta and other social media companies. In 2020, Meta conducted a study
Metals are everywhere. They are in our phones, our cars, and even in the food we eat. But how much do we really know about them? A recent book takes a closer look at the story behind these everyday materials. It's not just about gold and silver. Even the more common metals have interesting stories
Meta has launched a new pair of smart glasses called the Oakley Meta Vanguard. These glasses are designed for sports lovers and come with some cool new features. The design of the Vanguard is different from Meta's earlier smart glasses. It has a wraparound shape, and the camera is now placed above
Metals are tough and strong, but they can't change their shape easily. Unlike living things, they need a lot of heat and energy to move around. But what if metals could change their stiffness and shape without all that extra energy? That's what scientists are exploring. Imagine a metal that can swi
Meta, the company behind Facebook, is spending a ton of money on AI. The CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, said they will spend between $70 billion and $72 billion this year. That's a lot more than they thought they would spend before. Investors are not happy about this. They think Meta is spending too much mon
Meta, the company behind Facebook, has been putting a lot of money into AI. They just upped their spending plan for the year. But not everyone is happy about it. Some experts on Wall Street are worried. They think Meta is spending too much, too fast. They're not sure if this AI stuff will pay off.
Meta's push into the metaverse is costing a fortune, but is it worth it? The company's Reality Labs division lost a staggering $4. 4 billion in the third quarter alone. That's a lot of money, but it's not all bad news. The division also brought in $470 million in sales, which is more than expected.
