Ray-Ban Meta
| Ray-Ban Meta | |
|---|---|
| Basic Info | |
| VR/AR | Augmented Reality |
| Type | Smart glasses |
| Subtype | AI smart glasses |
| Platform | iOS, Android |
| Creator | Meta, Ray-Ban (EssilorLuxottica) |
| Price | $299 |
| Website | https://www.ray-ban.com |
| System | |
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 |
| Storage | |
| Storage | 32 GB |
| Display | |
| Display | None (audio-only) |
| Image | |
| Optics | |
| Tracking | |
| Audio | |
| Microphone | 5 microphones |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Ports | Charging case (pogo pins) |
| Device | |
| Weight | ~50g |
| Sensors | 12MP ultra-wide camera |
| Input | Voice (Meta AI), touch controls |
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The Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) is an AI-powered smart glasses device developed by Meta in partnership with Ray-Ban (EssilorLuxottica). Released on October 17, 2023 starting at $299, the Gen 2 glasses significantly improve upon the 2021 Ray-Ban Stories with an upgraded 12MP ultra-wide camera capturing 1080p video up to 60 seconds, five microphones (up from three), 32 GB storage (up from 4 GB), Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, IPX4 water resistance, and "Hey Meta" AI voice assistant integration. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 processor, the glasses support live streaming to Facebook/Instagram, real-time translation in 6 languages, and AI-powered scene description.[1]
History and Development
Ray-Ban Stories (Gen 1)
- Released September 9, 2021
- 5MP camera, 720p video
- 3 microphones, 4GB storage
- Foundation for smart glasses partnership
Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2)
- Released October 17, 2023
- Major hardware and AI upgrades
- Meta AI integration
Design and Hardware
Form Factor
- Weight: ~50 grams
- Design: Classic Ray-Ban styles
- Models: Wayfarer, Skyler, Headliner
Water Resistance
IPX4 rating for light rain and splashes.
Lens Options
- Standard tint options
- Prescription lenses available
- Transitions lenses (light-adaptive)
- Polarized options
Camera
Specifications
- Sensor: 12 megapixels (ultra-wide)
- Video: 1080p at 30fps
- Resolution: 1440 x 1920 pixels
- Duration: Up to 60 seconds per clip
Features
- Photo and video capture
- Live streaming (Facebook/Instagram)
- "Hey Meta, take a photo" voice activation
Processor
Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1
- Higher quality photo/video processing
- Faster AI compute
- Low power consumption
Audio
Open-Ear Speakers
- Rich, quality audio
- Doesn't block ambient sounds
- Private listening design
Five Microphones
- Improved voice pickup
- Noise cancellation
- Clear calls and commands
Storage
32 GB Internal
- 500+ photos
- 100+ 30-second videos
- 8x increase from Gen 1
Battery
Glasses
- Capacity: 154 mAh
- Runtime: ~4 hours continuous use
Charging Case
- 8 additional charges
- 36 hours total use
- Compact design
Connectivity
Wireless
- Wi-Fi 6 (upgraded from Wi-Fi 5)
- Bluetooth 5.3 (upgraded from 5.0)
Meta AI Integration
Voice Assistant
- "Hey Meta" activation
- Hands-free control
- Conversational AI
Capabilities
- Describe surroundings
- Read text aloud
- Provide directions
- Answer questions
- Live translation (6 languages)
Generation Comparison
| Feature | Gen 1 (Stories) | Gen 2 (Meta) |
|---|---|---|
| Camera | 5MP | 12MP |
| Video | 720p/30fps | 1080p/30fps |
| Microphones | 3 | 5 |
| Storage | 4 GB | 32 GB |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3 |
| Water | No | IPX4 |
| AI | No | Meta AI |
| Price | $299 | $299 |
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Camera | 12MP ultra-wide |
| Video | 1080p/30fps (60 sec) |
| Microphones | 5 |
| Processor | Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 |
| Storage | 32 GB |
| Audio | Open-ear speakers |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6, BT 5.3 |
| Water | IPX4 |
| Battery | 154 mAh + case (36 hrs) |
| AI | Meta AI ("Hey Meta") |
| Weight | ~50g |
| Price | $299+ |