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Meta Puts a Screen in Ray‑Ban Glasses, Sets U.S. Launch for Sept. 30

Meta casts smart glasses as its next computing platform, aiming to make everyday use practical via a neural wristband plus AI.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg wears Meta Ray-Ban Display at the 2025 Meta Connect conference Sept. 17 in California.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg wears artificial intelligence-powered smart glasses and a wristband as he speaks during the Connect developer conference’s keynote in Menlo Park, Calif., on Sept. 17, 2025. 
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Overview

  • The $799 Ray‑Ban Meta Display goes on sale in the U.S. on September 30, the Oakley Meta Vanguard sports model arrives October 21 for $499, and the updated Ray‑Ban Meta Gen 2 starts at $379 and is available now.
  • The Display shows a color heads‑up panel in the lower right lens and is operated by a Neural Band EMG wristband that recognizes pinches, swipes, rotations and other hand gestures.
  • Meta lists about six hours of mixed use for the Display with roughly 30 additional hours from the charging case, while the wristband is rated for about 18 hours.
  • Live demonstrations at Connect included failed call attempts and AI hiccups, though Meta emphasized the devices are production‑ready.
  • Safety experts warned of distraction risks, including while driving, even as Meta says the display shuts off when driving is detected and camera use is signaled by an LED.