In a groundbreaking revelation at Meta's annual "Connect" conference, Mark Zuckerberg boldly stepped into the light—figuratively and literally. After years of basking in the warm glow of virtual reality, it seems the tech mogul has finally discovered that our planet is illuminated by something other than screens: sunlight. Zuckerberg, donning a pair of what he insisted were “normal” glasses (but they were definitely the new prototype AR glasses with a suspiciously glowy tint), unveiled a mixed reality headset that is astonishingly affordable, presumably priced to compete with your average cup of artisanal coffee—if your coffee came with augmented reality features and an existential crisis attached. The highlight of the event was the announcement of Orion, which Zuckerberg declared “the most advanced AR glasses in the world” because, naturally, who can argue against the authority of a man who once bet his entire fortune on the popularity of FarmVille? Weighing in at under 100 grams, Orion is supposed to be so lightweight that wearers will forget they're even on their faces—until they inevitably walk into a wall while trying to filter out the "boring" reality around them. Meta’s foray into generative AI boasted new features for platforms like Instagram, automatically enhancing selfies by smoothing out not just skin but credit card statements. “People want their photos to look good,” Zuckerberg remarked, “and so do their bank accounts—at least until the next subscription charge hits!” In a move that can only be described as a “creative intervention,” Meta plans to integrate these advanced technologies into social media, allowing users to post about their dream vacations while sitting on their couches. "Why travel," Zuckerberg mused, "when you can teleport to the beach in your mind?" As the audience erupted into applause, Zuckerberg wryly pointed out that they were applauding a future where virtual vacations leave no footprints—except, perhaps, in the form of hefty data charges. “This is only the beginning,” he proclaimed, gazing into the distance as if searching for the nearest power outlet to recharge his enthusiasm. In conclusion, while one might think Zuckerberg's revelations at the "Connect" conference would finally showcase a step towards a brighter future, it became immediately apparent that "light" is just another digital filter waiting to be adjusted. The real light, as Zuckerberg discovered, still comes courtesy of the sun—and for that, he may need to step outside for the first time in a decade.