Meta, known to be working on Augmented Reality glasses, is reportedly not selling the first version broadly and now has decided to distribute them to software developers to build the technology further and develop specific software experiences. The critical decision is that the product will only be for this reason, as it was considering a broad sales approach.
For all the buzz of the metaverse, some versions of it are proving to be nothing more than vaporware. An immersive version of the metaverse is a long way off – and probably a long way off. Just as it’s crucial to track upcoming trends, it’s also essential to recognize the ones that are a distraction as quickly as possible.
The metaverse is a distraction for most – and far enough away to have plenty of time to pay attention if needed. That’s why we care.