Key Takeaways

• The session was a live demonstration of Ray-Ban Meta Glasses (Skylar model, Gen 1) for accessibility purposes, hosted by Siena and Ali as part of Techstravaganza Afternoons (September 9, 2026).
• Meta Glasses were demonstrated for reading gift cards, restaurant menus, product manuals, and identifying objects — with mixed results depending on lighting and print size.
• Participants shared practical tips on using Meta Glasses for navigation, fridge inspection, bathroom orientation, and describing people and surroundings.
• Comparisons were made between Meta Ray-Ban and Oakley glasses, as well as other smart glasses (Echo Vision, Ally) and integrated accessibility apps (Aira, Be My Eyes, Scribe Me, Seeing AI, Google Gemini).
• The calling and texting feature via Meta Glasses could not be completed due to a Bluetooth/connectivity hiccup and will be covered in a Part 2 session (Extra).
• Techstravaganza is now an independent program (Techstravaganza.ca), no longer affiliated with CNIB, open to all participants free of charge.
• An upcoming Techstravaganza Evenings session was announced for the following day (September 10), covering WhatsApp on a computer, starting with Mac.

To learn more about the workshops, please visit, techstravaganza.ca. While you're there, subscribe so you never miss topic lists, updates and workshop podcast uploads.