{"id":19003,"date":"2025-06-22T00:27:37","date_gmt":"2025-06-21T21:27:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/digitrendz.blog\/?p=19003"},"modified":"2025-06-22T00:28:05","modified_gmt":"2025-06-21T21:28:05","slug":"meta-unveils-oakley-smart-glasses-week-in-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/digitrendz.blog\/z\/newswire\/technology\/19003\/meta-unveils-oakley-smart-glasses-week-in-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Meta Unveils Oakley Smart Glasses: Week in Review"},"content":{"rendered":"
\u25bc Summary<\/summary>\n

– Meta and Oakley launched smart glasses for $399, featuring 3K video recording, music playback, call handling, and Meta AI integration, with a limited-edition model at $499.
– Wix acquired Base44, a profitable no-code AI web app tool, for $80 million due to its rapid success as a solo-founded startup.
– Finland activated the world\u2019s largest sand battery, storing heat in a low-cost silo system to power a town\u2019s heating and reduce carbon emissions.
– VanMoof released its first post-bankruptcy e-bike, the S6, with McLaren tech and improved features, aiming to avoid past design-related issues.
– SpaceX\u2019s Starship rocket exploded during a test, delaying its next launch, marking another setback for the ambitious mega-rocket program.
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M<\/mark>eta and Oakley<\/a> have launched a groundbreaking pair of smart glasses that blend cutting-edge technology with premium design.<\/strong> Priced at $399, these glasses feature 3K video recording, music playback, call handling, and Meta AI integration<\/strong>, offering double the battery life of previous Meta-Ray-Ban models. For those seeking exclusivity, a limited-edition Oakley Meta HSTN version<\/strong> will hit the market on July 11 for $499.<\/p>\n\n

In startup news, Wix<\/a> made waves by acquiring Base44<\/a> for $80 million<\/strong>, a remarkable feat for a six-month-old, solo-founded company. The no-code AI platform had already turned profitable, proving its value as a tool for rapid web app development.<\/p>\n\n

Meanwhile, Finland<\/a> is pioneering sustainable energy with the world\u2019s largest sand battery<\/strong>, a low-cost solution using repurposed soapstone to store heat for weeks. This innovation powers Pornainen<\/a>\u2019s heating system while slashing carbon emissions, demonstrating that simple, eco-friendly alternatives can rival high-tech options<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n

VanMoof<\/a> has reemerged with its S6 e-bike<\/strong>, marking its first release since bankruptcy. Despite past struggles with custom designs, the company is doubling down on its signature style, now backed by McLaren<\/a> technology and an expanded repair network<\/strong>. The new model promises enhanced performance and reliability.<\/p>\n\n

In space tech, Baiju Bhatt<\/a>\u2019s Aetherflux<\/a> has secured $60 million<\/strong> to develop orbital solar power transmission. With a demo satellite launching next year and DoD support, the startup aims to turn sci-fi concepts into reality.<\/p>\n\n

SpaceX<\/a> faced another setback when a Starship<\/a> rocket exploded during testing<\/strong>, delaying its next launch. Though no injuries occurred, the incident underscores the challenges of developing next-generation space vehicles.<\/p>\n\n

Spotify<\/a> enthusiasts may finally see progress on the long-awaited lossless audio tier<\/strong>, with recent app code updates hinting at active development. However, after years of delays, patience remains key.<\/p>\n\n

Digg<\/a> is making a comeback with a revamped iOS app<\/strong>, positioning itself as an AI-driven alternative to Reddit<\/a>. Features include curated communities, AI summaries, and gamified engagement tools like “Gems” and leaderboards.<\/p>\n\n

The U.S. Navy<\/a> is streamlining startup collaborations<\/strong>, focusing on AI, GPS, and system upgrades to drive innovation. By cutting bureaucracy and prioritizing real-world impact, it\u2019s becoming a magnet for tech disruptors.<\/p>\n\n

In the AI talent wars, Mark Zuckerberg is offering up to $100 million<\/strong> to lure experts from OpenAI and DeepMind. Yet OpenAI\u2019s Sam Altman remains confident, emphasizing mission-driven loyalty over financial incentives.<\/p>\n\n

And in a twist of viral marketing, Cluely\u2019s YC after-party became an overnight sensation<\/strong>, despite being shut down before it even began. The non-event drew 2,000 hopeful attendees, proving that hype alone can make headlines.<\/p>\n\n

From smart wearables to space lasers, this week\u2019s tech landscape is anything but predictable. Stay tuned for more updates as innovation continues to unfold.<\/p>\n\n

(Source: TechCrunch<\/a>)<\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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