On Thursday, 28th October 2021, Facebook CEO, Mark Zuckerberg introduced and announced, Facebook rebranding its name to ‘Meta‘. Though this change may seem unexpected and drastic, the name change is only for the Parent company and not the other apps such as Instagram and WhatsApp. The 3D spaces in Meta will help you to socialize, learn, collaborate and play in ways that go beyond what’s possible today. So, scroll down to know all the deets about the same.
Introducing Meta…
The new version will mainly focus on building a virtual reality space in which users can interact in a computer-generated environment. It will help you share your experiences with other people even when you can’t meet them. This Metaverse is going to be a new medium and the digital space that you’re going to be in, not on. So, let’s all welcome this new chapter of social connection with an applause.
Meta Explained
We thank the head of Instagram, Adam Mosseri for breaking down and explaining this new space for us in a simpler terms. He speaks about Metaverse and the future of Instagram. One aspect he highlights, is how we currently just use a screen to connect with our friends, family and how this will change in the upcoming years. Check out the above IGTV to know more about it.
The Founder’s Letter
In recent decades, technology has given people the power to connect and express ourselves more naturally. The defining quality of the Metaverse will be a feeling of presence, like you are right there with another person or in another place. Feeling truly present with another person is the ultimate dream of social technology.
The Future Of Social Technology
Mark Zuckerberg opened this year’s ‘Connect’ with a vision for the future with Meta. This video accurately represents the outcomes that Meta can provide us with in the future. This augmented reality will include holograms designed by creators around the world for a seamless experience. Isn’t this is an amazing upgrade to our social life?
What do you guys think about this whole new experience? We are quite excited for the future and I hope you are too. So, see you in the Metaverse, hehe. On a side note, I hope everyone is staying safe.