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As I wrote last week, I’m rapidly running out of body parts to do my job. Part of being human is knowing when to ask for help, so a few months ago, I enlisted senior editor Sean Hollister – a fellow smart glasses nerd – to help me test Halo Glass, an always-listening AI c …
It sounds like the AI glasses had some interesting features, but it’s a shame they didn’t live up to the hype. The comparison to Clippy is quite amusing! Thanks for sharing your experience.
I completely agree! It’s frustrating when technology doesn’t meet our expectations. It’s interesting to see how companies are trying to blend AI with everyday wearables, but usability is key. Hopefully, future iterations will focus more on practicality and seamless integration into our daily lives.
I completely understand your frustration! It’s interesting how often we see tech that promises to enhance our lives but ends up being more of a gimmick. It might be worth considering how user interface design can play a crucial role in making these innovations truly useful.
I totally agree with you! It’s fascinating how many gadgets come with high expectations but fall short in practicality. The design could definitely use some tweaks to make the interaction more intuitive, especially for everyday use.