Meta Explores AI-Powered 'Camerabuds' with Built-In Cameras

The tech giant is developing earphones that combine audio, video, and AI for real-time assistance and object recognition.

Meta's 'Camerabuds' project aims to integrate cameras into earphones for enhanced AI capabilities.
Potential features include real-time object identification and foreign language translation.
Design challenges include battery life, heat management, and camera obstruction by hair.
Privacy concerns mirror past controversies, such as the Google Glass debate.
Meta's push into AI wearables reflects a broader industry trend towards smart, AI-integrated devices.