Meta AI Glasses: Features & Release Date

The CEO of Meta, Mark Zuckerberg, This Wednesday, it presented the company’s next generation of wearable devices powered by artificial intelligence: the Meta Ray-Ban Displaysmart glasses that incorporate an internal screen in the lens.

The announcement was made during the annual conference Meta Connectin Menlo Park, California, where the company also unveiled new glasses models and updates to its virtual and augmented reality ecosystem.

The proposal of Meta seeks to move towards a technological environment where digital interactions do not depend on traditional screens, such as phones. As Zuckerberg explained, the goal is for users to be able to access information, communicate and use artificial intelligence tools directly from devices that integrate into daily life, such as glasses similar to prescription or sunglasses.

A new step in Meta’s strategy with AI

Smart glasses are part of Meta’s plan to expand the presence of its artificial intelligence in daily use. Zuckerberg pointed out that these types of devices represent the ideal format for “personal superintelligence”, since they allow you to maintain attention on the physical environment while accessing digital assistance, memory and communication functions.

During the event, Meta also presented the new version of the glasses Ray-Ben Mea Gen 2sports glasses Meta Oakley Vanguardand new experiences for the virtual reality viewer Quest 3which will include games, an entertainment application and a collaboration with Disney+ for the Horizon immersive platform.

Although smart glasses remain a niche product, their adoption is growing steadily. Meta’s partner in manufacturing, EssilorLuxottica —parent of Ray-Ban—, reported that revenue from these devices tripled in the last year and that annual production could reach 10 million units from 2026.

Meta Ray-Ban Display: functions and features

The model Meta Ray-Ban Display It incorporates a small screen on the inside of the right lens, which projects information into the user’s field of vision. This feature allows you to perform tasks that previously required looking at the phone screen, such as sending messages, reviewing photos and videos, viewing Instagram Reels, or participating in video calls.

Additionally, the glasses include a real time navigationwhich displays the user’s location on a projected map, and features instant transcription and translation. These allow you to view the subtitles of a conversation and save the record in the Meta AI application.

Another novelty is the neural braceletan accessory that detects subtle hand gestures to interact with the device. For example, joining your thumb and index finger allows you to select an option or play music. Only the user can see the content of the screen, which seeks to protect privacy. However, the screen can be turned off to use the glasses conventionally.

The Meta Ray-Ban Displays have a autonomy of six hours per charge, with a case offering an additional 30 hours. The bracelet lasts 18 hours and is water resistant. They will be available from September 30with a price of $799at select US stores including Verizon, LensCrafters, Ray-Ban and Best Buy.

Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2: improvements in battery and camera

Meta also presented the second generation of its Ray-Ban smart glasses, priced at $379. The new model maintains the design of its predecessors but incorporates improvements in battery, camera and colors. Autonomy doubled to eight hours of useand the case offers up to 48 additional hours of charging.

The glasses can now record video in 3K resolutionand Meta anticipated that in the next updates they will include recording modes in slow motion y hiperlapso. An additional function, called “conversation approach”will allow you to hear a conversation partner better in noisy environments using the integrated speakers.

During the live demo at Meta Connect, some features presented technical difficulties, such as a failed attempt to use the Meta AI assistant to follow a recipe or a video call that did not complete. Zuckerberg attributed the problems to connection problems, clarifying that adjustments will be made before the final launch.

Meta Oakley Vanguard: the sports model

The third product announced was the Meta Oakley Vanguard Sports Glassesdesigned for physical and outdoor activities, with a value of $499. These glasses integrate with the platforms Strava y Garminallowing you to record training, consult biometric data and access summaries generated by artificial intelligence.

The Vanguard incorporate higher power speakers to ensure sound in windy or noisy environments, and have the longer battery life between Meta models, reaching up to nine continuous hours of use. Its controls are located at the bottom of the temples, making it easy to access even with a helmet.

The device is resistant to water and dust, and its central camera, located on the bridge of the nose, offers a wider field of view than other models and recording in 3K. During testing, integration with a Garmin watch allowed the AI ​​to answer queries about heart rate and exercise duration in real time.

An ecosystem of AI-enabled wearables

With these additions, Meta expands its ecosystem of wearable devices with artificial intelligence, a growing sector that seeks to integrate hardware and software into everyday products. The company competes in this field with firms such as Google, Samsung, Snap y Amazonall developing similar technologies.

Meta’s strategy aims to position its smart glasses as the main interface to interact with its assistant Meta AIoffering an alternative to the use of mobile screens. Although the company had already entered the segment with previous versions of the Ray-Ban, the new launch marks significant progress in the objective of merging digital experiences with daily life.