Meta Introduces Aria Gen 2 AR Glasses with Heart Rate Monitoring

Meta has unveiled the Aria Gen 2 augmented reality glasses, combining health tracking and AR experiences.

Key Features:

• Heart Rate Monitoring: Equipped with a PPG sensor, it measures the user's heart rate.
• Advanced Sound Detection: Uses a contact microphone to distinguish the user's voice.
• Custom Chip: Handles complex calculations for eye tracking, hand tracking, and voice recognition.
• Long Battery Life: Provides 6-8 hours of usage on a single charge.
• Lightweight Design: Weighs about 75 grams for comfort.

Meta aims to use Aria Gen 2 for research and collaboration with institutions like Carnegie Mellon University to develop navigation technologies for the visually impaired.