Everything you need to know about Meta’s new AI-powered glasses
Source: Meta
Meta unveiled three new AI wearables: Ray-Ban Display, Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2), and Oakley Meta Vanguard. The Ray-Ban Display aren’t just standalone glasses — they pair with the Neural Band, a wrist device that reads subtle muscle signals, letting tiny finger movements control messages, calls, music, and navigation without touching your phone.
Hands-free, eyes-on: The Neural Band, paired with the Ray-Ban Display, features a compact, off-to-the-side augmented reality screen that lets users read messages, translate conversations, navigate cities, and see real-time subtitles — all while keeping their focus on the world around them.
Gestures power everything: Users can also take video calls, check texts, play music, and get step-by-step directions with simple gestures. Features like live captions, translations, previews, and Meta AI assistance make interactions smoother without pulling out your phone.
Next-gen upgrades: Ray-Ban Meta is packed with up to 8 hours of battery, 3K Ultra HD video, live translation, and new frame styles: Wayfarer, Skyler, and Headliner. Meanwhile, Oakley Meta Vanguard, built for athletes, includes 12MP camera, 3K video capture, hyperlapse, slow motion, wind-optimized microphones, and integration with Garmin and Strava for automatic fitness tracking. The battery life lasts up to 9 hours and has a 36-hour case backup.
Pricing and availability: Ray-Ban Display starts at $799, launching in the US on Sept 30. Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) is available now in select countries at a starting price of $379. Oakley Meta Vanguard starts at $499, launching Oct 21 across multiple countries.