Ray-Ban Gen 2, Ray-Ban Display with Neural Band, and Oakley Meta Vanguard AI glasses launched at Meta Connect 2025 Event
Meta launched three new AI-powered glasses, Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2), Meta Ray-Ban Display, and Oakley Meta Vanguard, featuring upgraded cameras, displays, extended battery life, and innovative AI + EMG control technology at the Connect 2025 event.
Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) -
Developed in collaboration with EssilorLuxottica, the second-generation Ray-Ban Meta glasses build on the first version with significant enhancements:
- Video Capture: Records in 3K Ultra HD with ultrawide HDR at up to 60fps, offering more than double the pixel count of the previous model. Hands-free modes like hyperlapse and slow motion will be added later this fall.
- Battery Life: Provides up to 8 hours of use, nearly twice that of Gen 1. Fast charging delivers 50% in 20 minutes, and the charging case extends usage with an extra 48 hours of power.
- Conversation Focus: A new feature that isolates and amplifies a conversation partner’s voice in noisy settings, arriving via a software update.
- Live Translation: Now includes German and Portuguese, with six languages available for offline two-way translation after downloading language packs.
- Frame Styles: Offered in Wayfarer, Skyler, and Headliner designs, plus three limited seasonal colors, giving users multiple style and color combinations.
Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) Specifications -
| Frame Styles | Wayfarer, Skyler, Headliner |
| Camera | 12 MP ultra-wide |
| Image Resolution | 3,024 × 4,032 pixels |
| Video | 720p+ @120fps, 1080p+ @30/60fps, 3K Ultra HD @30fps |
| Speaker | Discreet open-ear audio with adaptive volume |
| Microphone | 5-mic array (2 left, 2 right, 1 near nose pad) |
| Loudness & Bass | 76.1 dB(C), 50% louder, 2× more bass vs Ray-Ban Stories |
| Battery | Up to 8h use, 19h standby, +48h with charging case, 50% in 20min |
| Memory | 32 GB (~1,000 photos, 100+ 30s videos) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3 |
| OS Compatibility | iOS 15.2+, Android 10+ |
| Other Features | Meta AI, Translate, Hands-free communication |
| App | Meta AI App |
| Warranty | 24 months (material or workmanship) |
Meta Ray-Ban Display & Meta Neural Band -
The Meta Ray-Ban Display debuts a new category of AI glasses, combining an in-lens display with EMG-powered wrist control through the Meta Neural Band.
- Display Functions: Let users discreetly view messages, photos, translations, and access Meta AI, while keeping the interface unobtrusive.
- Meta Neural Band: A wristband that interprets subtle muscle signals into commands for hands-free interaction. Designed with accessibility in mind, it supports a wide range of users, including those with limited mobility.
- Battery & Build: The glasses offer 6 hours of mixed-use battery life, extended to 30 hours with the charging case. The Neural Band runs for 18 hours, is IPX7 water-resistant, and is built with durable Vectran material.
- AI Features: Supports step-by-step guidance, messaging, video calling, Zoom and preview controls, pedestrian navigation, live captions, real-time translation, and music control via Neural Band gestures.
- Colors & Sizes: The glasses are available in Black and Sand, while the Neural Band comes in three size options.
Meta Ray-Ban Display Specifications -
| Frame Shape & Color | Square, injected material |
| Lens | Clear to Grey Transitions®; anti-reflective; prescription-ready (−4.00 to +4.00) |
| Frame Dimensions | Hinge-to-hinge: 144mm (standard), 150mm (large); Lens height: 40mm; Lens width: 47mm / 50mm; Bridge: 23mm; Temple: 129mm / 135mm |
| Weight | Frame: 69g / 70g; Charging case: 169g; Neural Band: 42g |
| Display | Monocular, right lens; 600 × 600 px; 20° FOV; 42 px/degree; 90 Hz max refresh; 30–5,000 nits brightness |
| Camera | 12 MP ultra-wide; 3,024 × 4,032 px images; 1,440 × 1,920 px video @ 30fps; 3× digital zoom |
| Audio | 2 open-ear speakers; 6-mic array (2 left, 2 right, 1 nose pad, 1 contact mic); 76.1 dB(C) |
| Battery | Glasses: 6h mixed-use; Case adds 24h; Neural Band: 18h; Fast charging via foldable case |
| Water Resistance | Glasses: IPX4; Neural Band: IPX7 |
| Memory | Glasses: 32 GB (500+ photos, 100+ 30s videos); Neural Band: 2 GB LPDDR4x |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6; Bluetooth 5.3 (glasses); Bluetooth 5.2 (Neural Band) |
| OS Compatibility | iOS 15.2+, Android 10+ |
| Included Accessories | Foldable charging case, Meta Neural Band, Neural Band charger, USB-C cable, cleaning cloth, reference guide |
| Features | Meta AI with visuals, private messaging, real-time translation, hands-free calls, photo preview/capture, live captions, navigation, music control via gestures |
Oakley Meta Vanguard -
Engineered for sports and high-intensity activities, the Oakley Meta Vanguard combines AI, advanced fitness tracking, and premium audio features.
- Camera & Video: Equipped with a 12MP centered camera and 122° wide-angle lens, capable of recording in 3K, with support for slow motion, hyperlapse, and adjustable stabilization. Hands-free capture seamlessly integrates with Garmin and Strava.
- Audio & Communication: Delivers the loudest open-ear speakers in the Meta lineup, paired with a five-microphone array designed to minimize wind noise for clearer calls and recordings.
- Fit & Protection: Features Oakley’s Three-Point Fit system with three interchangeable nose pads, ensuring comfort and compatibility with helmets and hats. Rated IP67 for dust and water resistance.
- Battery: Offers up to 9 hours of mixed use or 6 hours of continuous music playback, with an additional 36 hours from the charging case.
- Fitness Integration: Provides real-time performance metrics with Garmin and Strava, automatic video capture at milestones, and performance overlays shareable through the Meta AI app.
Oakley Meta Vanguard Specifications -
| Frame Shape & Color | Wrap-around, Black, injected material |
| Lens | Oakley Prizm™ 24k, Iridium treatment |
| Frame Dimensions | Hinge-to-hinge: 136 mm; Lens height: 59 mm; Temple: 120 mm |
| Weight | Frame: 67g; Charging case: 258g |
| Camera | 12 MP ultra-wide, 122° FOV, medium image stabilization |
| Image Resolution | 3,024 × 4,032 px |
| Video | 1080p @30/60 fps, 3K @30 fps |
| Video Modes | Standard, Slow Motion, Hyperlapse |
| Audio | 2 open-ear speakers, 6 dB louder than Meta HSTN, work in up to 30 mph wind |
| Microphone | 5-mic array (1 left, 1 right, 3 near nose) |
| Battery | Up to 9h use, 6h continuous audio, 36h with charging case, full charge 75 min |
| Memory | 32 GB (~1,000 photos, 100+ 30s videos) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3 |
| OS Compatibility | iOS 15.2+, Android 10+ |
| Included Accessories | Charging case, microfiber pouch, high/low bridge nose pads, reference guide |
| Features | Meta AI with Garmin/Strava integration, hands-free capture, immersive audio, activity sharing, music streaming, and Meta AI app control |
| Warranty | 24 months (material or workmanship) |
Meta’s AI Glasses Lineup -
- Camera AI Glasses – Offered under the Ray-Ban and Oakley brands.
- Display AI Glasses – Represented by the Meta Ray-Ban Display, part of Meta’s vision for the next-generation computing platform designed to keep people more present, connected, and empowered.
- Augmented Reality Glasses – Orion prototype currently in development.
These products integrate video capture, AI-powered features, fitness tracking, and intuitive controls, delivering hands-free convenience for everyday tasks, communication, and sports performance.
Pricing and Availability -
Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) - Priced from $379 (approx. Rs. 33,380), already available in select countries. Launches in Mexico and India are planned for later this fall. Additional rollouts include Switzerland and the Netherlands, with Brazil to follow soon.
Meta Ray-Ban Display - Starts at $799 (approx. Rs. 70,375), releasing September 30 at select U.S. retailers such as Best Buy, LensCrafters, Sunglass Hut, and Ray-Ban stores. Availability in Canada, France, Italy, and the UK is planned for early 2026.
Oakley Meta Vanguard - Open for pre-order at $499 (approx. Rs. 43,950), with the official launch on October 21. It will be available across the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, France, Italy, Spain, Austria, Belgium, Australia, Germany, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark, Switzerland, and the Netherlands. Mexico, India, Brazil, and the UAE will get it later this year.
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