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{{Device Infobox
{{Device Infobox
|name = Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses
|image =
|image =
|VR/AR = [[Smart Glasses]]
|VR/AR = [[Smart Glasses]]
|Type = [[Smart Glasses]]
|Type = [[Smart Glasses]]
|Subtype = [[Consumer Smart Glasses]]
|Subtype = [[Camera Glasses]]
|Platform = [[Meta View]] app
|Platform = [[Meta View]] app
|Developer = [[Meta]] / [[EssilorLuxottica]]
|Creator = [[Meta Platforms]], [[EssilorLuxottica]]
|Manufacturer = [[Ray-Ban]] / [[Meta]]
|Developer = [[Reality Labs]]
|Release Date = October 17, 2023 (Gen 2)
|Manufacturer = [[EssilorLuxottica]]
|Announcement Date = September 27, 2023 (Meta Connect)
|Announcement Date = September 27, 2023
|Price = $299 USD
|Release Date = October 17, 2023
|Website = https://www.ray-ban.com/
|Price = $299 (starting)
|Website = https://www.ray-ban.com/usa/ray-ban-meta-ai-glasses
|Versions = Wayfarer, Headliner, multiple lens options
|Requires = Meta account, Meta View app (iOS/Android)
|Predecessor = [[Ray-Ban Stories]]
|Predecessor = [[Ray-Ban Stories]]
|Chipset = Qualcomm Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1
|Successor = Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses with Display (2025)
|Cameras = 12MP ultra-wide (dual)
|Operating System = Meta proprietary
|Video = 1080p (60 seconds max)
|Chipset = [[Qualcomm Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1]]
|Photo Resolution = 3024x4032 (portrait)
|CPU = Qualcomm (specific details undisclosed)
|Microphones = 5-array
|GPU = Qualcomm (specific details undisclosed)
|Audio = Open-ear speakers (50% louder)
|HPU =
|Storage = 32GB
|Storage = 32GB
|Connectivity = Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3
|Memory = Not specified
|Battery = 4 hours + 32 hours (case)
|SD Card Slot = No
|IP Rating = IPX4
|Display = None (Gen 1), Heads-up display (Gen 2 variant 2025)
|Subpixel Layout = N/A
|Peak Brightness = N/A
|Resolution = N/A (no display)
|Pixel Density = N/A
|Refresh Rate = N/A
|Persistence = N/A
|Field of View = N/A
|Horizontal FoV = N/A
|Vertical FoV = N/A
|Average Pixel Density = N/A
|Peak Pixel Density = N/A
|Foveated Rendering = No
|Optics = Standard eyewear lenses
|Ocularity = N/A
|IPD Range = Fixed (eyewear)
|Adjustable Diopter = Prescription lenses available
|Passthrough = N/A (see-through glasses)
|Tracking = No
|Tracking Frequency = N/A
|Base Stations = None
|Eye Tracking = No
|Face Tracking = No
|Hand Tracking = No
|Body Tracking = No
|Rotational Tracking = No
|Positional Tracking = No
|Update Rate = N/A
|Tracking Volume = N/A
|Play Space = N/A
|Latency = N/A
|Audio = Open-ear speakers
|Microphone = Yes (5 microphones)
|3.5mm Audio Jack = No
|Camera = 2× 12MP ultra-wide cameras
|Connectivity = Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.2
|Ports = None (wireless charging case)
|Wired Video = No
|Wireless Video = Yes (livestreaming)
|WiFi = Wi-Fi (for uploads)
|Bluetooth = Bluetooth 5.2
|Power = Internal battery
|Battery Capacity = ~154mAh (glasses)
|Battery Life = ~4 hours (mixed use), 36 hours (with case)
|Charge Time = ~1 hour (in case)
|Dimensions = Standard Ray-Ban sizes
|Weight = ~50g
|Material = Plastic/acetate frame
|Headstrap = N/A (glasses temples)
|Haptics = No
|Color = Multiple (frame and lens options)
|Sensors = Touch controls, 5 microphones
|Input = Voice (Meta AI), touch controls
|Compliance = FCC, CE
}}
}}


The '''Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses''' (2nd generation) are consumer [[smart glasses]] co-developed by [[Meta]] and [[EssilorLuxottica]] (Ray-Ban), released October 17, 2023 at $299. The successor to Ray-Ban Stories, featuring upgraded 12MP ultra-wide dual cameras, 1080p video, Meta AI integration, 5-microphone array, 50% louder speakers, 32GB storage (8x increase), Wi-Fi 6, IPX4 water resistance, and up to 36 hours total battery life. Available in Wayfarer, Headliner, and Skyler styles.
The '''Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses''' are the second generation of smart glasses created through a partnership between [[Meta Platforms]] and [[EssilorLuxottica]] (parent company of Ray-Ban), announced on September 27, 2023, and released on October 17, 2023 starting at $299. Building on the [[Ray-Ban Stories]] released in 2021, these glasses feature upgraded dual 12-megapixel ultra-wide cameras (up from 5MP), improved open-ear speakers with enhanced audio, five microphones, Qualcomm Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 processor, and critically, integration with Meta AI for voice-activated assistance. Unlike AR glasses that overlay digital content on the real world, Ray-Ban Meta glasses focus on capture, communication, and AI assistance—allowing users to take photos and videos, make calls, listen to music, livestream to Facebook and Instagram, and interact with Meta AI through voice commands, all from standard-looking Ray-Ban sunglasses.


== History and Development ==
== History and Development ==


Meta announced the Ray-Ban Meta glasses at Meta Connect on September 27, 2023, releasing October 17, 2023. Building on Ray-Ban Stories (2021), the second generation significantly upgraded camera quality (12MP vs 5MP), video resolution (1080p vs 720p), storage (32GB vs 4GB), and added Meta AI assistant integration. The glasses represent Meta's consumer-focused smart eyewear strategy, emphasizing fashion-forward design over AR displays.<ref name="meta">{{cite web |url=https://about.fb.com/news/2023/09/new-ray-ban-meta-smart-glasses/ |title=New Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses |publisher=Meta |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
=== Ray-Ban Stories (2021) ===
First generation:
* September 2021 release
* $299 starting price
* 5MP cameras
* Basic smart glasses features
* Limited adoption


== Design and Hardware ==
=== Meta Partnership ===
Strategic collaboration:
* EssilorLuxottica manufacturing expertise
* Ray-Ban brand recognition
* Meta AI and software
* Long-term partnership


=== Camera ===
=== Second Generation Goals ===
Improvements targeted:
* Better camera quality
* Improved audio
* AI integration
* More utility


Upgraded dual cameras:
=== September 2023 Announcement ===
Meta Connect reveal:
* Upgraded specifications
* Meta AI integration
* Multiple style options
* Same $299 starting price


* '''12MP ultra-wide''' (each)
== Design Philosophy ==
* 5MP → 12MP upgrade
* '''Portrait orientation''' default
* '''3024x4032 photos'''
* Social media optimized


=== Video ===
=== Fashion-Forward Technology ===
Wearable design priority:
* Look like normal Ray-Bans
* Classic styles (Wayfarer, Headliner)
* Technology hidden
* Socially acceptable


* '''1080p resolution'''
=== Capture-First ===
* 720p → 1080p upgrade
Primary capabilities:
* '''60 seconds max''' recording
* Photo and video capture
* '''30-second clips'''
* Hands-free documentation
* 1920x1440 capture
* First-person perspective
* Social sharing


=== Processing ===
=== AI-Enhanced ===
Voice assistant focus:
* Meta AI integration
* Voice commands
* Contextual awareness
* Conversational interface
 
== Camera System ==


* '''Qualcomm Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1'''
=== Dual 12MP Cameras ===
* AI processing
Significant upgrade:
* Low power consumption
* 12 megapixel sensors (up from 5MP)
* Ultra-wide angle
* Improved low light
* HDR support


=== Audio ===
=== Photo Quality ===
Capable capture:
* 12MP photos
* Good daylight performance
* Improved over predecessor
* Quick capture


* '''Open-ear speakers'''
=== Video Recording ===
* '''50% louder''' than Gen 1
Enhanced video:
* Spatial audio
* 1080p at 30fps
* Directional sound
* Up to 60-second clips (up from 30s)
* Video stabilization
* Smooth footage


=== Microphones ===
=== Livestreaming ===
Social media integration:
* Facebook Live
* Instagram Live
* First-person streaming
* Real-time sharing


* '''5-microphone array'''
== Audio System ==
* 3 → 5 upgrade
* Improved voice pickup
* Wind noise reduction
* Meta AI interaction


=== Storage ===
=== Open-Ear Speakers ===
Upgraded audio:
* Custom speakers in temples
* Directional audio
* Improved bass over Stories
* Clear sound


* '''32GB internal'''
=== Audio Quality ===
* 4GB → 32GB (8x increase)
Good performance:
* 500+ photos
* Music playback
* 100+ 30-second videos
* Podcast listening
* Call audio
* Spatial awareness maintained


=== Connectivity ===
=== Five Microphones ===
Enhanced capture:
* Voice recording
* Noise cancellation
* Call quality
* AI interaction


* '''Wi-Fi 6''' (upgraded)
=== Calling ===
* '''Bluetooth 5.3'''
Communication features:
* Fast photo/video transfer
* Phone calls
* Meta View app sync
* WhatsApp calls
* Clear voice quality
* Hands-free operation


=== Battery ===
== Meta AI Integration ==


* '''4 hours''' glasses
=== Voice Assistant ===
* '''32 additional hours''' case
AI capabilities:
* '''36 hours total'''
* "Hey Meta" wake word
* 50% increase vs Gen 1
* Voice commands
* 50% charge in 20 minutes
* Conversational AI
* Natural language


=== Water Resistance ===
=== Multimodal AI ===
Camera + AI features:
* "Look and Ask" feature
* Object recognition
* Translation assistance
* Real-time information


* '''IPX4 rated'''
=== AI Features ===
* Splash/sweat resistant
Practical applications:
* Not waterproof
* Information queries
* Message composition
* Reminders
* Contextual help


=== Styles ===
== Physical Design ==


* '''Wayfarer'''
=== Ray-Ban Styles ===
* '''Headliner'''
Classic frames:
* '''Skyler'''
* Wayfarer
* Headliner
* Standard Ray-Ban sizing
* Multiple colors
* Multiple colors
* Prescription lens compatible
* Transition lenses available


== Meta AI ==
=== Weight ===
Light for smart glasses:
* ~50 grams
* Similar to regular Ray-Bans
* All-day wearability
* Comfortable
 
=== Lens Options ===
Customization:
* Clear
* Tinted (sunglasses)
* Transitions (photochromic)
* Prescription capable


Integrated assistant:
=== Materials ===
Quality construction:
* Acetate frames
* Quality hinges
* Premium feel
* Ray-Ban craftsmanship


* '''Hey Meta''' activation
== Controls ==
* Voice commands
 
=== Touch Controls ===
Temple interaction:
* Tap for actions
* Swipe for volume
* Long press for AI
* Intuitive gestures
 
=== Capture Button ===
Quick access:
* Physical shutter button
* Press for photo
* Hold for video
* Tactile feedback
 
=== LED Indicator ===
Privacy signal:
* LED when recording
* Visible to others
* Privacy consideration
* Regulatory compliance
 
== Battery and Charging ==
 
=== Glasses Battery ===
Internal power:
* ~154mAh capacity
* ~4 hours mixed use
* Standby longer
* Limited by size
 
=== Charging Case ===
Extended power:
* Compact case
* Up to 8 additional charges
* 36 total hours
* Wireless charging (glasses)
* USB-C charging (case)
 
=== Charge Time ===
Quick charging:
* ~1 hour full charge
* Partial charges useful
* Case always available
 
== Software and App ==
 
=== Meta View App ===
Companion application:
* iOS and Android
* Media management
* Settings control
* Firmware updates
 
=== Content Management ===
Media handling:
* Automatic transfer
* Cloud backup
* Share to social
* Organize captures
 
=== Privacy Controls ===
User settings:
* Recording limits
* LED indicator always on
* Voice activation toggle
* Data management
 
== Privacy Considerations ==
 
=== Recording Indicator ===
Visible notification:
* LED light when recording
* Cannot be disabled
* Protects others' privacy
* Social acceptance design
 
=== Social Concerns ===
Public reception:
* Recording without awareness concerns
* Some locations may prohibit
* Social norms evolving
* User responsibility
 
== Use Cases ==
 
=== Content Capture ===
Documentation:
* Events and moments
* Hands-free recording
* First-person view
* Quick sharing
 
=== Communication ===
Calling features:
* Phone calls
* Voice messages
* Social check-ins
* Staying connected
 
=== Music and Media ===
Entertainment:
* Music playback
* Podcast listening
* Personal audio
* Ambient aware
 
=== AI Assistance ===
Productivity:
* Information queries
* Information queries
* AI image description
* Translation
* Hands-free operation
* Reminders
* Contextual awareness
* Hands-free help


== Technical Specifications ==
== Comparison with Stories ==


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
|-
|-
! Specification !! Details
! Feature !! Ray-Ban Meta (2023) !! Ray-Ban Stories (2021)
|-
| Camera || 12MP × 2 || 5MP × 2
|-
| Video Resolution || 1080p || 720p
|-
| Video Length || 60 seconds || 30 seconds
|-
|-
| Cameras || 12MP ultra-wide x2
| AI Assistant || Meta AI || Facebook Assistant
|-
|-
| Video || 1080p (60 sec max)
| Livestreaming || Yes || No (added later)
|-
|-
| Photos || 3024x4032 (portrait)
| Audio || Improved || Basic
|-
|-
| Processor || Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1
| Price || $299+ || $299+
|}
 
== Comparison with Competitors ==
 
{| class="wikitable"
|-
|-
| Microphones || 5-array
! Feature !! Ray-Ban Meta !! Amazon Echo Frames !! Snap Spectacles
|-
|-
| Storage || 32GB
| Camera || 12MP × 2 || None || Yes (varies)
|-
|-
| Connectivity || Wi-Fi 6 + BT 5.3
| Display || None || None || Varies by gen
|-
|-
| Battery || 4h + 32h case
| AI || Meta AI || Alexa || Snap features
|-
|-
| Water Resistance || IPX4
| Style || Ray-Ban designs || Generic || Snap designs
|-
|-
| Price || $299
| Price || $299+ || $269+ || $99-$1200
|}
|}


== Reception ==
== Future Development ==
 
=== Display Variant (2025) ===
Announced upgrade:
* Small heads-up display
* Visual notifications
* AI responses visible
* Premium pricing


'''Praise:'''
=== Continued Evolution ===
* 12MP cameras sharp
Platform development:
* 1080p video quality
* Ongoing AI improvements
* Fashion-forward design
* New features via updates
* Ray-Ban styling
* Hardware iterations
* Meta AI useful
* Toward AR glasses
* 32GB storage
* 36 hours total battery
* IPX4 water resistance
* $299 accessible pricing


'''Criticism:'''
== Technical Specifications Summary ==
* No AR display
 
* Camera-on-face concerns
{| class="wikitable"
* Privacy LED small
|-
* Portrait-only photos
! Specification !! Details
* 60-second video limit
|-
* Requires Meta ecosystem
| Cameras || 2× 12MP ultra-wide
* Not prescription by default
|-
* Transition lenses extra<ref name="cnbc">{{cite web |url=https://www.cnbc.com/2023/12/09/ray-ban-meta-smart-glasses-review.html |title=Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses Review |publisher=CNBC |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
| Video || 1080p @ 30fps, 60 seconds
|-
| Audio || Open-ear speakers, 5 microphones
|-
| Processor || Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1
|-
| Storage || 32GB
|-
| Battery || ~4 hours (glasses), 36 hours (with case)
|-
| AI || Meta AI integrated
|-
| Connectivity || Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.2
|-
| Weight || ~50g
|-
| Styles || Wayfarer, Headliner
|-
| Price || $299+
|}


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Meta Platforms]]
* [[Ray-Ban Stories]]
* [[Ray-Ban Stories]]
* [[Snap Spectacles]]
* [[Smart Glasses]]
* [[Meta Orion]]
* [[Meta AI]]
* [[Amazon Echo Frames]]
* [[EssilorLuxottica]]


== References ==
== References ==
{{reflist}}
{{Reflist}}


[[Category:Devices]]
[[Category:Devices]]
[[Category:Smart Glasses]]
[[Category:Smart Glasses]]
[[Category:Consumer Smart Glasses]]
[[Category:Camera Glasses]]
[[Category:Meta]]
[[Category:Meta]]
[[Category:Ray-Ban]]
[[Category:2020s AR]]
[[Category:2023 in technology]]
[[Category:Wearable Technology]]
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