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The Altered Perception(TAP)Author: Gaurav Badera
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Beyond the Smartphone: The AR/AI Glasses & Smartwatch Revolution W/Austin Mejia(Google)
Episode 36
Saturday, 1 November, 2025
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of 'The Altered Perception Show,' we dive deep into the world of wearables(AR/AI glasses, smartwatches, Plaud Note etc.) and AI with Austin Mejia, Product Manager for Pixel Watch and Wear OS at Google. Austin discusses the evolving landscape of smartwatches, smart glasses, and other wearable technology, offering insights into foundational models, on-device AI, and the future potential of these devices. From the convergence of AI and health tracking to the challenges and innovations in hardware development, this conversation uncovers the fascinating progress and future of wearables. Additionally, Austin shares his own journey and offers valuable advice for those looking to enter the tech industry.00:00 Introduction01:30 Meet Austin Mejia: Leading AI for Pixel Watch03:31 Austin's Journey: From Policy to Hardware04:32 Building the AI Team at Google10:40 The Future of Wearables and AI16:30 Challenges and Innovations in Wearable Tech28:49 The Role of AI in Enhancing Wearable Usability34:17 Pixel Watch 4: A Game Changer37:12 Pioneering Smart Replies on Wearables37:40 Challenges of On-Device LLMs39:41 Improving Messaging on Smartwatches40:44 Gesture and Voice Interaction42:27 Collaborating with Qualcomm on Hardware44:38 Foundational Models and Wearables47:39 Health and Fitness Tracking53:21 Privacy and On-Device AI57:54 Future of Wearables and AI01:14:27 Advice for Aspiring Technologistshttps://www.instagram.com/the_altered_perception/?next=%2F








