Meta pauses paid plan for smart glasses
Following user backlash, Meta suspends paid features for smart glasses.
1Meta's paid plan
Meta planned to charge $20 monthly for the 'Conversation Focus' feature in its smart glasses. This feature allows users to hear more clearly and works locally without requiring the cloud.
2User backlash
Users reacted negatively to the idea of charging for a feature that works locally. This feedback prompted Meta to reconsider its plans.
3Plans paused
Meta has paused the paid plan for the 'Conversation Focus' feature. The feature will remain free for early access program participants.
4Premium features
Meta confirmed that some premium features will be subscription-based in the future. However, they are working on a better approach for 'Conversation Focus'.
5Hardware pricing
Meta aims to keep hardware prices low to make smart glasses accessible to more people. Paid features will help sustain this strategy.
6Next steps
Meta plans to adopt a more balanced approach for future paid features, taking user feedback into account. This aims to increase user satisfaction.
Original article: The Verge — Meta, akıllı gözlükler için ücretli planını askıya aldı