Meta slashes Ray-Ban smart glasses to lowest-ever prices
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– The Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses are on sale during Meta’s Summer Sale event through May 26th, with the original model starting at $224.25 and the second-gen model at $322.25.
– Both models offer the same core features: hands-free 1080p photos and videos, livestreaming to Instagram or Facebook, and open-ear headphone functionality with a five-mic array for clear calls.
– The glasses include Meta’s AI assistant, capable of real-time language translation, answering questions about landmarks, and helping with tasks like recipe brainstorming and QR code scanning.
– The newer Gen 2 model shoots sharper 3K video at 30fps, improving image quality over the original’s 1440 x 1920 resolution.
– The Gen 2 lasts up to eight hours with heavy use, doubling the original’s battery life for all-day wear.
If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to try Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, now is the time. Meta has launched its biggest deal event outside Black Friday , the Summer Sale , running through May 26th. The original model is now available starting at $224.25, a savings of $74 off the regular price, at major retailers including Amazon, Best Buy, and directly from Meta. That matches the lowest price ever for this version. The newer, second-generation glasses are also on sale at $322.25, a $57 discount that sets a new record low, available at the same retailers.
Regardless of which generation you choose, the core experience remains largely the same. Both models are stylish and pass for a normal pair of Ray-Bans, making them some of the most discreet smart glasses on the market. You get the same feature set: capture hands-free 1080p photos and short videos, or livestream directly to Instagram or Facebook. They also double as surprisingly capable open-ear headphones, with speaker quality that’s great for music while keeping you aware of your surroundings. A five-microphone array ensures your voice stays clear during calls.
You also unlock access to all of Meta’s AI assistant features. Planning a summer trip? The assistant can translate supported languages like Spanish, French, and Italian in real time, and answer questions about landmarks you’re looking at. In everyday life, it can brainstorm recipes based on ingredients in your fridge, remind you about appointments, scan QR codes, and more.
The main difference lies in the upgrades. The second-generation model shoots sharper 3K video at 30fps, up from 1440 x 1920, delivering noticeably better image quality. Battery life is also improved: the Gen 2 lasts up to eight hours with heavy use, double that of the original, so you can comfortably wear them all day without recharging.
(Source: The Verge)
