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Introducing Next-Generation Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses

August 25, 2025
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Meta partnered with EssilorLuxottica to unveil our redesigned Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses. Starting at $299 USD, with availability online and in stores beginning October 17.

Capturing Moments, Hands-Free

Since launching the first-generation glasses, users have documented music festivals, birthdays, graduations, and countless everyday adventures without ever picking up a smartphone. Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses let you snap photos or record up to 60-second 1080p videos from your point of view, so you stay immersed in the action rather than behind a screen.

Audio and Voice

  • Custom speakers with extended bass and higher maximum volume
  • Improved directional audio to minimize leakage in noisy or windy environments
  • Five-microphone array for immersive, spatial sound recording in every direction

Photography and Video

  • Ultra-wide 12 MP camera for sharper photos and 1080p video up to 60 seconds
  • Simple “send a photo” voice command for instant sharing with friends and family

Performance and Battery

  • Qualcomm Snapdragon AR1 Gen1 Platform for faster compute and superior media processing
  • Sleek charging case holds eight extra charges—providing up to 36 hours of use

Style, Comfort, and Customization

Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses now weigh less and have a slimmer profile, making them more comfortable for all-day wear. They’re also IPX4 water-resistant and feature a refined touchpad with instant interaction feedback.

FeatureFirst GenerationNext Generation
Camera5 MP, 720p video12 MP ultra-wide, 1080p video
AudioBasic open-ear speakersEnhanced bass, directional
Battery Case Capacity4 extra charges8 extra charges
Water ResistanceNoneIPX4
StylesWayfarer matte black onlyWayfarer, Headliner; five frames
Frame ColorsBlackMatte Black, Shiny Black, Jeans, Rebel Black, Caramel
Prescription CompatibilityNoYes

With over 150 frames and lens combinations on Ray-Ban Remix, you can personalize your look down to the last detail.

Live Streaming and Meta AI

  • Hands-free livestreaming to Facebook or Instagram, complete with comment previews and read-aloud engagement
  • “Hey Meta” voice activation grants access to Meta AI’s conversational assistance, ideal for on-the-go creativity, information queries, and device control (US beta at launch)

Looking Ahead

Future generations might introduce real-time visual overlays, eye-tracking for intuitive controls, and modular designs that adapt to different activities. Beyond smart glasses, imagine contact-lens displays or discreet earbuds that overlay contextual data into your field of view.

Next up: how would you use smart glasses in your daily routine?

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