# Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2

The text version of the iDevice Guide at https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap/gen-2. Same data as the page, last updated 2026-10-06.

> Gen 2 is last year's Ray-Ban Meta at $379. Gen 3 costs $70 more for an extra hour of battery, a six-mic array and an action button.

- Status: On sale
- List price: $379 (The maker's own starting price.) Source: [Digital Trends](https://www.digitaltrends.com/wearables/conversation-focus-on-your-ray-ban-meta-glasses-now-runs-on-a-strict-monthly-budget-even-if-you-pay-20/).
- Released Sep 17, 2025 (source: [Meta](https://about.fb.com/news/2025/09/ray-ban-meta-gen-2-better-battery-life-video-capture/))
- Guide: https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap/gen-2
- Last updated: 2026-10-06

## Can it do this?

- **Do I need a subscription?** No. Meta One costs $19.99 a month and adds extras, but the glasses work fully without it. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap/gen-2#can-do-i-need-a-subscription))
- **How long does the battery last?** It runs about 8 hours of mixed use, or 5 hours of continuous audio and calls. The case carries roughly another two days. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap/gen-2#can-how-long-does-the-battery-last))
- **What does it cost?** It costs $379. That is the list price for the standard lens, and a prescription or the $80 Transitions lenses add to it. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap/gen-2#can-what-does-it-cost))
- **Does it work with my phone?** Yes. It pairs with an iPhone or an Android phone, and works the same way on both. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap/gen-2#can-does-it-work-with-my-phone))
- **How heavy is it?** It weighs about 50g, the lightest of the Meta glasses we cover, and heavier than a plain pair of Ray-Bans. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap/gen-2#can-how-heavy-is-it))
- **Can I get prescription lenses?** Yes. Gen 2 glazes to your prescription from -12.00 to +6.00, through LensCrafters and Sunglass Hut. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap/gen-2#can-can-i-get-prescription-lenses))
- **Will they fit my face?** The nose pads are fixed on most styles, so the fit you get is the fit you wear. Try a pair on before you buy. If your bridge needs adjusting, the Meta Glasses line has three-way adjustable pads at $299. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap/gen-2#can-will-they-fit-my-face))
- **Is it built for sport?** No. Gen 2 is an everyday frame. Nothing stops you wearing it to the gym, but it is not made to grip through a run. If you want the same camera and AI in a frame built for movement, look at the Oakley Meta Vanguard at $499. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap/gen-2#can-is-it-built-for-sport))
- **Can I take a photo without using my hands?** Yes. Say the word and it shoots, or press the capture button on the frame when you would rather not speak. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap/gen-2#can-can-i-take-a-photo-without-using-my-hands))
- **Does it work without my phone?** No. Gen 2 needs your phone for the connection and for the AI. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap/gen-2#can-does-it-work-without-my-phone))
- **How good is the camera?** It shoots on a 12MP camera with fixed focus. That is sharp at arm's length and further, and soft on anything close up. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap/gen-2#can-how-good-is-the-camera))
- **What video can it shoot?** It shoots 3K at 30fps at its highest setting, which is the top of the Meta line. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap/gen-2#can-what-video-can-it-shoot))
- **How does it connect?** It connects over Bluetooth 5.3 to your phone, and Wi-Fi 6 for moving photos and video across. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap/gen-2#can-how-does-it-connect))
- **What chip is inside?** It runs Qualcomm's Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1, the chip every current pair of Meta glasses uses. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap/gen-2#can-what-chip-is-inside))

## Works with

Works with iPhone on iOS 17.2+ and Android phones on Android 10+. Samsung Galaxy and Pixel support is limited to models on Ray-Ban's list.

- **Can you get Ray-Ban Meta glasses with prescription lenses?** Works. Yes, from -12.00 to +6.00 total power. Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/ai-glasses/compare/). Checked 2026-09-21.
- **Do Meta glasses work with iPhone?** Works. Works with a supported iPhone running iOS 17.2 or later. Source: [Apple App Store / Meta Platforms, Inc.](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/meta-ai/id1558240027). Checked 2026-09-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap/gen-2#q-iphone))
- **Which iPhones do Ray-Ban Meta glasses work with?** Works. They work with every iPhone that runs iOS 17.2 or later, from the iPhone XR on. Source: [Apple App Store / Meta Platforms, Inc.](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/meta-ai/id1558240027). Checked 2026-09-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap/gen-2#q-which-iphones))
- **Do Meta glasses work with Android?** Works. Works with Android 10 or later with location services on. Source: [Google Play / Meta Platforms, Inc.](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?hl=en-US&id=com.facebook.stella). Checked 2026-09-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap/gen-2#q-android))
- **Do Ray-Ban Meta glasses work with Samsung phones?** With a limit. Works with Galaxy models on Ray-Ban's supported-phone list. Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/ai-glasses/compatible-devices/). Checked 2026-09-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap/gen-2#q-samsung-galaxy))
- **Can you connect Ray-Ban Meta glasses to a PC?** Doesn't work. They can't show video from a Windows PC. Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/ai-glasses/compare/). Checked 2026-09-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap/gen-2#q-windows-pc))
- **Do Ray-Ban Meta glasses work with Pixel phones?** With a limit. Works with Pixel models on Ray-Ban's supported-phone list. Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/ai-glasses/compatible-devices/). Checked 2026-09-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap/gen-2#q-google-pixel))
- **How do Ray-Ban Meta glasses set up with the Meta AI app and account?** Works. Use the Meta AI app, a valid Meta account, and a compatible smartphone. Source: [Apple App Store / Meta Platforms, Inc.](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/meta-ai/id1558240027). Checked 2026-09-21. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap/gen-2#q-companion-app-account-subscription))
- **Do Ray-Ban Meta glasses support live translation?** With a limit. Translation supports English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish. Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/ai-glasses/learn/communicating-across-the-globe/). Checked 2026-09-21.
- **Do Ray-Ban Meta glasses support a display in the lenses?** Doesn't work. There is no visual display in the lenses. Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/ai-glasses/compare/). Checked 2026-09-21.

## Questions

### Does the Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 come with a charger?

It comes with a charging case, a cleaning cloth and a reference guide. Meta's own compare page says the USB-C charging cable is not included. Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/ai-glasses/compare/). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap/gen-2#faq-does-the-ray-ban-meta-gen-2-come-with-a-charger))

## Top reports

- **FCC filings named two models, codenamed Blazer and Scriber** (Right.) The model numbers are RW7001 and RW7002. The filings are redacted otherwise. First reported by [Road to VR](https://www.roadtovr.com/meta-ray-ban-smart-glasses-2026-next-gen/) on Mar 27, 2026.
- **Meta paused the usage limit on its $19.99 plan after a backlash** (Right.) Meta One applies across eligible AI glasses and never gated core glasses AI. First reported by [Digital Trends](https://www.digitaltrends.com/wearables/conversation-focus-on-your-ray-ban-meta-glasses-now-runs-on-a-strict-monthly-budget-even-if-you-pay-20/) on Jul 1, 2026.
- **FCC filings show the glasses support Wi-Fi 6 on the 5.9GHz band** (Right.) Existing models do not support it. First reported by [Road to VR](https://www.roadtovr.com/meta-ray-ban-smart-glasses-2026-next-gen/) on Mar 27, 2026.

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Source: iDevice (https://idevice.com). Every spec, rumor and grade above links to where it came from. Full Guide: https://idevice.com/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap/gen-2. This file: https://idevice.com/guide-text/ray-ban-gen-2.md.

## Questions and answers

### Using it

**How do I update it?** Tap Device settings. Under Glasses, tap your glasses. Tap the toggle next to Automatic updates to turn this feature on or off. Tap Check to check for software updates. Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/help/ai-glasses/3487248634876136/)

**Capture led block?** A fix for this is starting to roll out – the camera will now stop working if the light is covered during a recording. Beginning with our second generation of glasses, the camera is automatically disabled if we detect that the capture LED has been blocked. Source: [9to5google](https://9to5google.com/2026/08/28/meta-ray-ban-smart-glasses-privacy-led-loophole-update/)

**Conversation focus?** We’re rolling out a software update for our AI glasses that lets you hear people talking more easily in a noisy environment. Source: [Fb](https://about.fb.com/news/2025/12/updates-to-meta-ai-glasses-conversation-focus-spotify-integration/)

**Does it need a subscription?** We’re launching with more than 50 features on Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp, and Meta AI, and will expand to Edits, AI glasses, and more over time. Source: [Fb](https://about.fb.com/news/2026/09/introducing-meta-one-subscription-service-more-features-ai/)

**Optics styles?** They will be available in two unique styles: Blayzer, a rectangular design available in Standard and Large sizes, and Scriber, a more rounded frame style. Source: [Fb](https://about.fb.com/news/2026/03/meta-ai-glasses-built-for-prescriptions/)

**Action button?** A single press replaces multi-step voice commands, putting AI a fingertip away. Source: [Fb](https://about.fb.com/news/2026/05/meta-ai-wearables-changing-the-game-for-disabled-people/)

**Pedestrian navigation?** Pedestrian navigation is coming soon for displayless glasses, making it easier than ever to get around with turn-by-turn directions. Source: [Fb](https://about.fb.com/news/2026/06/meta-essilorluxottica-partner-launch-meta-glasses/)

**Can I get prescription lenses?** Yes, you can. The frames can be glazed to your prescription. Through LensCrafters and Sunglass Hut. -12.00 to +6.00. Source: Ray-Ban

**Do the lenses tint automatically?** Yes, the lenses tint themselves. They darken in sunlight on their own. Source: Ray-Ban

**How good is the camera?** It shoots on a 12MP main camera. The focus is fixed, with no autofocus. Source: Ray-Ban

**What does it cost?** It costs $379 to $499. That is the list price, before any subscription. Source: Ray-Ban

**Does it work with my phone?** Yes, it works with an iPhone or an Android phone. Source: Ray-Ban

**How heavy is it?** It weighs 50g. Source: Ray-Ban

**Is it built for sport?** No, it is not built for sport. It is an everyday frame. Nothing stops you wearing it, but it is not made to grip. Source: Ray-Ban

**Can I take a photo without using my hands?** Yes, you can say the word or press the button. A capture button on the frame, and a spoken command when your hands are full. Source: Ray-Ban

**Does it work without my phone?** No, it needs your phone. Source: Ray-Ban

**What video can it shoot?** It shoots 3K at 30fps. That is its highest setting. Source: Ray-Ban

**How does it connect?** It connects over Bluetooth 5.3. Source: Ray-Ban

**What chip is inside?** It runs on Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1. Source: Ray-Ban

**Which AI assistant does it use?** It uses Meta AI. The assistant is fixed, so you cannot swap it. Source: Ray-Ban

**What software does it run?** It runs Meta Horizon OS. Source: Ray-Ban

**Does it do AR?** No, it does not do AR. Nothing is drawn over what you see. Source: Ray-Ban

**Can I get sunglass or clear lenses?** You can have either. It is sold as sunglasses and with clear lenses. Source: Ray-Ban

**Whose frames are they?** They are made with EssilorLuxottica and Ray-Ban. More than one frame maker is involved. Source: Ray-Ban

**How many styles can I choose from?** There are 5 frames to choose from. 150 combinations once you pick a colour and a lens. Source: Ray-Ban

**Can people tell when it is recording?** Yes, a light comes on. People around you can see when the camera is running. Source: Ray-Ban

**Can it give me directions?** Yes, it can give you directions. It gives turn-by-turn directions without you taking your phone out. Source: Ray-Ban

**Can I livestream from it?** No, you cannot livestream from it. You record first and share it afterwards. Source: Ray-Ban

**Can it translate?** Yes, it can translate. Source: Ray-Ban

**Does it have a screen?** No, it has no screen. Source: Ray-Ban

**Can I hear it without earbuds?** Yes, it has open-ear speakers that play out loud. Source: Ray-Ban

**Can it see and answer questions about what I am looking at?** Yes, it can see what you are looking at and answer about it. Source: Ray-Ban

### Sizing and fit

**Will they fit my face?** The nose pads are fixed. What you get is what you wear, so try them on before you buy. Source: Ray-Ban

### Battery and charging

**How do I set it up?** Remove your glasses from the case. Turn your glasses on by sliding the power switch on the left frame towards the front of the glasses. Put your glasses back inside the case, making sure to gently push down on the top of the glasses so that the bottom of the nose bridge on your glasses makes contact with the charging port inside the case. From the Meta AI mobile app, tap Glasses in the top right. Tap Add in the top right and follow the on-screen instructions. Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/help/ai-glasses/268269592726432/)

**How do I clean it?** Use a dampened cloth and mild soap, avoiding all types of solvents or alcohol. Don't use dirty or abrasive cloths which could alter the features of the lenses. Gently clean the lenses, camera lens, and the nose bridge charging contacts. Dry off the glasses before putting them back inside the charging case or wearing them. Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/help/ai-glasses/616324403949056/)

**How do I reset it?** Make sure your glasses are out of their case, charged, and powered on. Fold both glasses arms closed. With the arms folded, press the capture button 5 times. The LED turns orange. Press and hold the capture button. Release when the LED flashes. More steps on the maker's page. Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/help/ai-glasses/814846737027479/)

**How do I charge it?** Fully charged glasses last up to 8 hours for moderate usage. Fully charged case provides up to 48 hours of charging for your glasses. Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/help/ai-glasses/303057485648146/)

**Battery care tips?** Battery saver is a mode for Meta AI glasses that extends your battery life by temporarily pausing high-drain background functions. When enabled, battery saver can increase battery life by up to 47% (approximately 1.5 additional hours) when activated at 20% battery, or up to 88% (approximately 7.9 additional hours) if enabled at a full charge. Battery saver mode is available on all Ray-Ban Meta glasses, Oakley HSTN, and Oakley Vanguard models. Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/help/ai-glasses/864186983074470/)

**How long does the battery last?** It runs 8 hours. That is 2 days with the extra from the case, and 5 hours of continuous audio or voice. Source: Ray-Ban

### Water

**Is it water resistant?** Ray-Ban Meta glasses (Gen 1 and Gen 2) and sunglasses are water resistant with an IPX4 rating. They're not designed for submersion or extended exposure to water or other liquids. Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/ai-glasses/beach/)

### Price and models

**Is there a newer one?** Yes: the Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 3), out September 23, 2026. Source: [iDevice](/smart-glasses/meta-ray-ban/roadmap)

**How much does the Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 cost?** List price: From $379. Other models: up to $499. Current price we last read at Amazon: $379, October 10, 2026. Source: [Ray-Ban](https://www.ray-ban.com/usa/ray-ban-meta-ai-glasses-gen-2)

**How much does each model of the Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 cost?** ray ban meta headliner gen 2 : $379, ray ban meta skyler gen 2 : $379, ray ban meta wayfarer gen 2 : $379, ray ban meta blayzer optics gen 2 : $499, ray ban meta scriber optics gen 2 : $499. The maker's own prices. Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/ai-glasses/shop-all/?filter_tags_match[0]=ray-ban-meta-gen-2)

### Returns and warranty

**How long do I have to return it?** 30-day returns The clock starts the day it arrives. Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/help/ai-glasses/1625591932043783/)

**Is there a restocking fee?** A restocking fee may apply Only if the item comes back used, damaged, missing parts or not resalable. No amount stated. Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/legal/terms-of-sale/)

**Who pays return shipping?** Free return shipping For a Meta Store return, Meta emails a prepaid return shipping label within 1 to 3 days. Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/help/orders-and-returns/4233856973304957/)

**Can I return it if I opened or wore it?** Send it back like new Return it complete, in the original packaging, with proof of purchase. If it comes back used, damaged, missing parts or not resalable, Meta may charge a restocking fee or cut the refund. Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/legal/terms-of-sale/)

**How do I get my money back?** How you get your money back To your original payment method within 5 to 10 business days after Meta receives an online return (Meta Lab terms). Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/legal/meta-lab-return-policy/)

**How long is the warranty?** 1-year warranty Ray-Ban Meta glasses carry Luxottica's (EssilorLuxottica's) Limited Warranty, not Meta's: 1 year from purchase (2 years in the EU/EFTA), covering defects and malfunctions. Source: [Luxottica (Ray-Ban)](https://media.ray-ban.com/cms/resource/blob/854962/431e2f4d0d902104cf8fe4a53076a8fd/rbm-safetywarranty-data.pdf)

**Is there a paid protection plan?** Add Meta Warranty Plus Meta Warranty Plus can be added for Ray-Ban Meta only at the time of purchase on meta.com (US). Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/warranty-plus/)

**Is the battery covered?** Battery rules: not stated by Meta Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/legal/limited-warranty/)

### In the box

**What's in the box?** Charging case, Cleaning cloth, Quick Start Guide, Safety & Warranty Guide, Instructions for ordering prescription lenses. Source: [Ray-Ban](https://www.ray-ban.com/usa/c/frequently-asked-questions-ray-ban-meta)

### Works with

**Do Ray-Ban Meta glasses work with Pixel phones?** Works with Pixel models on Ray-Ban's supported-phone list. With a limit Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/ai-glasses/compatible-devices/)

**How do Ray-Ban Meta glasses set up with the Meta AI app and account?** Use the Meta AI app, a valid Meta account, and a compatible smartphone. Works Source: [Apple App Store / Meta Platforms, Inc.](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/meta-ai/id1558240027)

**Do Ray-Ban Meta glasses support live translation?** Translation supports English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish. With a limit Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/ai-glasses/learn/communicating-across-the-globe/)

**Do Ray-Ban Meta glasses support a display in the lenses?** There is no visual display in the lenses. Doesn't work Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/ai-glasses/compare/)

**Do Ray-Ban Meta glasses support Meta AI in every region and language?** Meta AI support depends on the region, language, and specific feature. With a limit Source: [Apple App Store / Meta Platforms, Inc.](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/meta-ai/id1558240027)

**Do Ray-Ban Meta glasses support accessibility features?** Features include voice control, scene descriptions, and Be My Eyes volunteer help. Works Source: [Meta Newsroom](https://about.fb.com/news/2025/11/meta-ai-glasses-empowering-people-with-disabilities/)

**Does the Gen 2 work with other Ray-Ban Meta charging cases?** Charging cases are compatible within the Ray-Ban Meta glasses line. Works Source: [Apple App Store / Meta Platforms, Inc.](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/meta-ai/id1558240027)

**Do Ray-Ban Meta glasses work with a Mac for Bluetooth audio?** Yes, for sound, calls and meetings only. With a limit Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/help/ai-glasses/1583046390009022/)

**Do Ray-Ban Meta glasses work with a Windows PC for Bluetooth audio?** Yes, for sound, calls and meetings only. With a limit Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/help/ai-glasses/1583046390009022/)

**Do Ray-Ban Meta glasses work with a Nintendo Switch for Bluetooth audio?** Yes, but only for game audio, with no microphone. With a limit Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/help/ai-glasses/1583046390009022/)

**Do Ray-Ban Meta glasses work with a PS5 for Bluetooth audio?** PS5 doesn't support Bluetooth audio devices directly. Doesn't work Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/help/ai-glasses/1583046390009022/)

**Do Ray-Ban Meta glasses work with a Mac for video?** They can't show video from a Mac. Doesn't work Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/ai-glasses/compare/)

**Do Ray-Ban Meta glasses work with a USB-C iPhone for video?** They can't show video from a USB-C iPhone. Doesn't work Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/ai-glasses/compare/)

**Do Ray-Ban Meta glasses work with an Android phone for video?** They can't show video from an Android phone. Doesn't work Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/blog/introducing-meta-glasses-a-range-of-new-styles-from-meta-and-essilorluxottica-starting-at-299/)

**Do Ray-Ban Meta glasses work with handheld PCs for video?** They can't show video from a Steam Deck, ROG Ally, or other handheld PC. Doesn't work Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/ai-glasses/compare/)

**Do Ray-Ban Meta glasses work with a PS5 for video?** They can't show video from a PS5. Doesn't work Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/ai-glasses/compare/)

**Do Ray-Ban Meta glasses work with an Xbox for video?** They can't show video from an Xbox. Doesn't work Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/ai-glasses/compare/)

**Do Ray-Ban Meta glasses work with a Nintendo Switch for video?** They can't show video from a Nintendo Switch. Doesn't work Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/ai-glasses/compare/)

**Do Ray-Ban Meta glasses work with a Nintendo Switch 2 for video?** They can't show video from a Nintendo Switch 2. Doesn't work Source: [Meta](https://www.meta.com/ai-glasses/compare/)