
Bad Luck for Zuckerberg: Why Meta Connect's Live Demos Flopped
Maybe don't use voice commands in a room full of smart glasses.
During a highly anticipated live demonstration at a recent Meta Connect event, a new pair of Meta display glasses experienced significant technical difficulties, failing to perform as intended. The presenter, attempting to showcase the glasses' video call capabilities, encountered repeated connectivity issues and display malfunctions on the main stage screen. The demonstration began with the presenter trying to initiate a video call, which was meant to be projected onto a large display for the audience. However, the call either failed to connect or displayed an incorrect interface, leading to visible frustration for the presenter. 'Sometimes even tech CEOs need a little IT support,' the presenter quipped, attempting to lighten the mood as the issues persisted. Despite several attempts to troubleshoot the problem live, including trying to re-initiate the call multiple times, the glasses continued to misbehave. The audience reacted with a mix of amusement and empathy, as the presenter struggled to proceed with the planned demonstration. The incident underscored the inherent risks of live technology presentations and provided an unscripted moment of vulnerability for the tech giant.
Maybe don't use voice commands in a room full of smart glasses.