Meta Unveils New Smart Glasses with AI Integration in San Francisco

Meta introduced its new Ray-Ban Meta Display smart glasses and the Meta Neural Band at the Connect 2025 event in San Francisco on September 18, 2025. The launch marks a significant step forward in wearable technology, blending advanced artificial intelligence with everyday eyewear and gesture-based controls.

AI Integration and Gesture Control

The Ray-Ban Meta Display glasses are the first in Meta’s lineup to feature a built-in high-resolution display, allowing users to view notifications, maps, and augmented reality overlays directly in their field of vision. The glasses are paired with the Meta Neural Band, a wrist-worn device that uses electromyography (EMG) to detect subtle muscle signals, enabling users to control the glasses with simple hand gestures such as swipes and pinches. This neural interface allows for hands-free navigation, message replies, and even handwriting input, representing a leap in intuitive wearable interaction.

Features, Pricing, and Availability

The new smart glasses offer a 12-megapixel camera, 1080p video recording, and open-ear audio with five built-in microphones for calls and media playback. Meta AI is integrated for real-time assistance, including live translation in multiple languages, on-the-go suggestions, and reminders. The glasses support real-time captions and can display foreign language translations as subtitles, enhancing accessibility and communication. Battery life is rated at up to six hours of mixed use, with a portable charging case extending total usage to 30 hours. The Ray-Ban Meta Display glasses are priced at $799 and will be available in select U.S. stores starting September 30, 2025, with the Oakley Meta Vanguard sports glasses launching at $499.

Market Impact and Future Prospects

Meta’s latest wearable lineup signals the company’s commitment to mainstream augmented reality, combining fashion, fitness, and advanced AI into a single ecosystem. The glasses are available in multiple frame sizes and colors, with transition lenses for indoor and outdoor use. Prescription options are also supported. By integrating AI-driven features and gesture-based controls, Meta aims to redefine how users interact with digital information in daily life. The launch is expected to influence the broader smart glasses market, setting new standards for usability and innovation.