Meta‘s AI-Powered smart Glasses – Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley Meta Vanguard – Available for Preorder
MENLO PARK, CA - September 18, 2024 – Meta today announced the immediate availability of preorders for its next-generation smart glasses: the Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 and the new Oakley Meta Vanguard. The devices, co-developed with Ray-Ban and Oakley respectively, integrate AI capabilities for hands-free photo and video capture, live streaming, and music listening.
These launches mark a significant step in Meta’s push to mainstream wearable AI technology. The updated glasses aim to address previous limitations – particularly battery life – and offer enhanced features for a broader range of users, from everyday consumers to outdoor enthusiasts. The Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 builds on the foundation of the first generation, while the Oakley Meta Vanguard introduces a rugged, performance-focused design geared towards active lifestyles.
The Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 is available for order now from Meta,Best Buy,and Ray-Ban,starting at $379. Meta claims the updated glasses deliver up to eight hours of battery life on a single charge, doubling the four-hour battery life of the previous generation. The included charging case can recharge the glasses to 50 percent capacity in 20 minutes and provides an additional 48 hours of battery life. The camera records video in 3K at 30fps, 1440p at 30fps, and 1200p at 60fps, with a maximum recording length of three minutes per clip.
The Oakley Meta Vanguard is available for preorder at Meta, Best Buy, and Oakley for $499, with a launch date of October 21st. Featuring Oakley’s signature wraparound design, the Vanguard incorporates a 12-megapixel, 122-degree camera in the nose bridge and an Action Button for quick access to camera modes. It offers up to nine hours of battery life, an IP67 water and dust resistance rating, and integration with Garmin devices.
