Meta’s AI glasses (Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley Meta variants, plus the newer Ray-Ban Display) combine camera, audio, and an on-device assistant so you can capture media, communicate, and query AI hands‑free.[1][2][3][4][5][6]

Core hardware

  • Camera: 12 MP ultra‑wide camera for photos and up to 3K or 1080p video, designed for POV capture.[2][7][8]
  • Audio: Open‑ear speakers and beamforming microphones for music, calls, voice commands, and live captioning while keeping situational awareness.[3][9][7][5][1]
  • Controls: Touch panel on the temple, physical capture button, and “Hey Meta” voice wake word; newer Display models add neural‑band gesture input with haptic feedback.[9][7][5]
  • Design: Standard Ray‑Ban and Oakley frame styles with support for prescription lenses and options like Transitions and Oakley Authentic lenses.[4][2][3]
  • Battery/charging: Several hours of mixed use with a charging case that recharges the glasses multiple times.[7][3]

Meta AI assistant features

  • Voice assistant: Ask questions, set reminders, check calendar, control music, and manage calls and messages using voice only.[8][3]
  • Multimodal AI: The assistant can see through the camera, so you can ask about what you’re looking at (landmarks, objects, signs, text, menus, etc.).[10][11][6]
  • Translation: Live translation and back‑and‑forth conversations in multiple languages, often without needing Wi‑Fi once language packs are downloaded.[12][3]
  • Scene description & accessibility: Describe surroundings, read text aloud, summarize documents, and integrate with services like Be My Eyes to connect to a human volunteer.[13][12][10]

Capture and social features

  • Photos & video: Hands‑free capture via voice or button, with ultra‑wide field of view for immersive POV shots.[2][7][8]
  • Direct sharing: Upload photos and videos to Instagram, Facebook Stories, and messaging apps without taking out your phone; newer firmware supports Instagram DMs and video calls.[13][7][8]
  • Live calling: Answer calls or join video calls from the glasses, using the built‑in microphones and speakers.[5][7][13]

Display‑equipped models (Ray‑Ban Display)

  • Monocular display: Small display in one lens to show notifications, navigation prompts, captions, and previews of photos/videos.[9][5]
  • Live captioning: Real‑time captions of speech around you, with beamforming mics that prioritize whoever you’re looking at.[5][9]
  • On‑eye messages: Read and respond to texts, see call info, and summon Meta AI without touching your phone.[9][5]

Battery Life and Charging

Fitness and sports variants (Oakley Meta)

  • Sports integrations: Built‑in links to Strava and Garmin for ride/run data and performance tracking.[4]
  • Fitness agent: Ask for real‑time and historical performance metrics via Meta AI while you train.[4]
  • Durability: IP67 dust and water resistance aimed at outdoor and athletic use.[4]
  1. https://www.meta.com/ai-glasses/
  2. https://www.ray-ban.com/usa/discover-ray-ban-meta-ai-glasses/clp
  3. https://www.eyebuydirect.com/ai-glasses/ray-ban-meta
  4. https://www.oakley.com/en-us/l/oakley-meta
  5. https://www.meta.com/ai-glasses/meta-ray-ban-display/
  6. https://www.metacareers.com/blog/from-research-to-product-multimodal-ai-in-ray-ban-meta-glasses
  7. https://nymag.com/strategist/article/meta-ray-ban-smart-glasses-review.html
  8. https://www.ray-ban.com/usa/ray-ban-meta-ai-glasses
  9. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5cVGKvl7Oek
  10. https://engineering.fb.com/2025/03/04/virtual-reality/building-multimodal-ai-for-ray-ban-meta-glasses/
  11. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pkBmxlA1FW8
  12. https://www.brandxr.io/10-hidden-rayban-meta-smart-glasses-features-that-powerusers-love
  13. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZVv0MY5EiXM
  14. https://www.tiktok.com/@cleoabram/video/7571461682065673503
  15. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AjRCtAmFrEs