EssilorLuxottica and Meta have launched the next generation of Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, which feature artificial intelligence (AI), improved audio and camera capabilities and customisable design.
Rocco Basilico, chief wearables officer for EssilorLuxottica, said: ‘The new Ray-Ban Meta collection is in a league of its own with features that have never fit inside a pair of glasses before.
‘The world sees you in a pair of your favourite Wayfarer, perhaps with your own prescription and Transitions lenses that go from day to night, but you know you have this powerful universe of tech inside.
‘Meta AI, live streaming, and insanely crisp audio and calling capabilities – all hands-free. This is what we imagined when we first decided to enter this space. Truly wearable, life-enhancing technology. And it will only get better.’
The Ray-Ban Meta frames have a livestreaming function that enables wearers to broadcast their experiences and point-of-view in real time, hands-free.
Wearers can use the ‘Hey Meta’ prompt to access control features on the frames, which have a 12mp camera, open-ear speakers and five built-in microphones.
The frames are available in 21 styles, colours and lens variations, including the Wayfarer model and new Headliner style, and prescription, polarised or Transitions lenses.
A companion app available on iOS and Android enables the user to import and share content with friends or on social media.
The Ray-Ban Meta collection will be available from October 17 at Ray-Ban stores, online, at EssilorLuxottica retail stores, and through its worldwide, wholesale distribution networks including the UK.