Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:META), has dismissed rumors that his distinctive tan is a subtle hint about a new product from the company.

What Happened: In an interview posted on Wednesday with Rowan Cheung, Zuckerberg appeared to have an unusual tan, which sparked speculation among tech enthusiasts.

Some suggested that the tan lines could be related to "Orion," an internal name for a new augmented-reality device that Meta has been developing.

Matthew Ball, an analyst and investor, proposed that Zuckerberg's tan lines could be from using Orion, reported Business Insider.

Orion is believed to be a combination of Meta's Quest headsets and a heavier version of its popular Meta Ray-Ban sunglasses. However, Zuckerberg refuted these speculations, asserting that his tan is simply a tan and not a hint at Orion's public use.

When a user on Threads asked if those were Orion tan lines, the Meta CEO said, "Just Ray-Bans."

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Why It Matters: On Wednesday, Zuckerberg also sought public opinion on AI-generated images of himself in various outfits, showcasing Meta's AI capabilities.

The images portrayed him in various outfits: one with oversized gold chains, another reminiscent of an NSYNC member, a third as a streetwear designer, and the last as a video game character in a blue cap and vest.

Earlier this week, in an interview, Zuckerberg also criticized of Apple for its "soul-crushing" tactics. He also spoke about his aspiration to steer his own technological "destiny."

Photo courtesy: Ray-Ban

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