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Meta Expected to Unveil $800 Hypernova Smart Glasses With Monocular Display

Insider reports indicate Meta will accept lower margins on its first display-equipped glasses to accelerate consumer uptake.

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They don't know I'm looking at a tiny display in the lower right corner.
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Overview

  • Unconfirmed reports say Meta will unveil its first display-equipped smart glasses, internally codenamed Hypernova, at next month’s Meta Connect event.
  • Industry sources report the glasses will start at around $800, a steeper discount than earlier estimates of $1,000 to $1,400.
  • Hypernova is expected to feature a single monocular display in the right lens for mini apps and notifications.
  • User input is said to rely on an included wrist controller rather than on-frame touch or gestures.
  • Meta reportedly plans to accept lower margins on the bridge device to accelerate consumer uptake before launching full AR headsets.