What is Meta Connect?

Meta Connect, a renowned tech conference, is set to take place today. Hosted by Facebook's parent company, Meta, the event focuses on AI, virtual, mixed, and augmented realities, and serves as a platform for Mark Zuckerberg and his team to showcase their latest innovations.

When and How to Watch Meta Connect?

The two-day event begins on Wednesday, September 27 and ends on Thursday, September 28. The main keynote is scheduled for September 27 at 10am in California, which translates to 1pm in New York and 5pm in London. The keynote can be streamed for free on the Meta website.

What to Expect at Meta Connect?

Meta Connect is expected to bring news on two major fronts: metaverse and AI. One of the highlights will likely be the Meta Quest 3, a new virtual reality headset priced at $499. Additionally, there are rumors of a new pair of smart glasses developed in collaboration with Ray-Ban. However, the biggest announcement might be in the field of AI, as Meta is rumored to unveil its own chatbots with distinct personalities. These chatbots will be integrated into various Meta apps, including Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, enabling Meta to compete with giants like Microsoft, Google, and OpenAI, the creators of ChatGPT.