Tech enthusiasts were treated to a cringe-worthy tech fail during Meta’s annual conference when Mark Zuckerberg’s much-hyped AI glasses decided to throw a digital tantrum.

What was supposed to be a smooth demonstration of cutting-edge technology turned into a comedic showcase of tech gone wrong. During the keynote, Zuckerberg attempted to showcase the new Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses, priced at a whopping $799, but the universe had other plans.

When AI Gets Stage Fright

The first epic fail came during a live cooking demonstration with Jack Mancuso, a “grillmaster” who was trying to get AI assistance for making a Korean-inspired steak sauce. Instead of helpful instructions, the AI repeatedly claimed Mancuso had already combined ingredients - which was hilariously untrue.

Tech Troubles on Full Display

Zuckerberg’s attempts to save face were almost as awkward as the technical difficulties. “It’s all good,” he quipped, blaming the Wi-Fi for the spectacular malfunction. Later, he struggled to initiate a video call with Meta’s CTO, further proving that even tech billionaires aren’t immune to digital gremlins.

A Glimmer of Hope

Despite the embarrassing moments, there was a silver lining. The glasses demonstrated a potentially game-changing feature for people with hearing impairments - providing real-time conversation subtitles.

In true Silicon Valley fashion, Zuckerberg spun the technical nightmare as just another day in the world of rapid innovation. One thing’s certain: these AI glasses have a long way to go before they’re ready for prime time.