Meta has also announced AI features like hands-free nutrition tracking and WhatsApp summaries to reduce the need to use a phone.
Meta’s first AI glasses for prescriptions
According to Meta, these models are available for pre-order in the US starting at $499, with wider availability expected at optical stores and select international markets from April 14. Ray-Ban Meta Blayzer Optics (Gen 2) and Ray-Ban Scriber Optics (Gen 2) glasses feature overextension hinges, interchangeable nose pads, and optician-adjustable temple tips, so they are adaptable to users’ unique face shapes for a tailored fit.
As of now, users can add prescription lenses to existing Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, but the new versions are designed specifically for prescription use.
Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) frames: Colours
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Skyler in Shiny Transparent Peach with Transitions Brown lenses -
Headliner in Matte Transparent Peach with Transitions Grey lenses -
Wayfarer in Shiny Transparent Grey with Transitions Sapphire lenses
Meta is also adding new frame colours and lens options for its Oakley Meta Vanguard and HSTN models to offer a more vivid and high-contrast viewing experience. According to the company, the lineup includes Prizm Dark Golf lenses, and for the first time, Oakley Meta Vanguard will support Prizm Transitions lenses that adjust to different lighting conditions for outdoor use.
The new combinations include:
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Vanguard Black with Prizm Black lenses -
Vanguard White with Prizm Rose Gold lenses -
Vanguard Black with Prizm Transitions Ember lenses (coming later this spring) -
HSTN Black with Prizm Dark Golf lenses -
HSTN Light Curry with Clear to Brown Transitions lenses
Features and Meta AI capabilities: What’s coming
Meta is adding new AI features to its smart glasses, including hands-free nutrition tracking. Users can log meals using voice commands or photos, with Meta AI extracting key details and building a personalised food log over time.
The company is also introducing WhatsApp summaries, allowing users to get quick updates on chats or ask for specific details using voice. These interactions are processed on-device and remain end-to-end encrypted. Other updates include Neural Handwriting for replying to messages. It allows users to write with their finger on any surface to reply to messages silently and discreetly. It works across Instagram, WhatsApp, Messenger, and native Android and iOS messaging.
