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Reports Point to Meta Connect Reveal of ‘Hypernova’ Smart Glasses With Display and Wristband

Session listings hint at a toolkit that would let third‑party apps run on the glasses.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets report Meta will announce new smart glasses in mid‑September that would succeed the Ray‑Ban Meta line.
  • The model, reportedly codenamed Hypernova, is said to add a right‑eye color display for glanceable info like notifications and maps.
  • Sources say a companion wristband will enable gesture‑based control, joining upgraded cameras for photo and video capture.
  • Connect session descriptions and developer signals point to a new toolkit designed to support native apps beyond current assistant integrations.
  • Reporting suggests a starting price near $800 and notes Meta’s EssilorLuxottica partnership history, though branding for this model remains unconfirmed.