Meta Ray-Ban Display
Smart Glasses

Meta Ray-Ban DisplayOut Now from $799, Full Specs

Ask about the Meta Ray-Ban Display

8
MY IDEVICE
BUY?
Buy at Meta$799
We may earn a commission.

Released Guide updated

Meta's first Ray-Bans with a screen inside the lens, visible only to the person wearing them. You control it with the Neural Band, a wristband that reads small finger movements, because a pair of glasses has nowhere to put a touchpad big enough to be useful.

Latest on Meta smart glasses

More newsAll Ray-Ban Meta news

What Meta Ray-Ban Display does best

  1. Photos and video

    Shoot and share right from your glasses: a 12MP camera with 3x zoom shows its viewfinder on your in-lens display.

  2. Calls

    Six microphones, including a contact mic, and two open-ear speakers handle calls hands-free with nothing in your ears.

  3. Translation

    Translated captions appear on a bright, clear full-color display in your right lens as the other person speaks.

What 10 reviewers said

More reviews

Reviewers agree on the AI features.

AI features

The AI features won reviewers over.

Comfort

Reviewers found it uncomfortable after a while.

Privacy

The privacy handling worried reviewers.

Comparison

Compare smart glasses

How it compares

Price

$799

What it costs to buy. None of these need a subscription.

Weight

69g

Grams on your face. Lower is lighter.

Battery life

6 hrs

How long it lasts on its own, away from a charger.

Price

Meta Ray-Ban Display
$799
Even Realities G2
$599
Viture Luma Ultra
$599
Xreal One Pro
$599

Current list prices.

Weights are for the frame as sold, without a case or a charger.

Battery life can vary based on usage, settings and firmware version.

If not this one

  • If display decides itXREAL Aura

    See the real room through the lenses while Android XR places apps across a 70° view, and Gemini can talk about what you are looking at.

    $1,279
  • If open-ear audio decides itRay-Ban Meta Audio

    Hours of music, podcasts and calls play from open-ear speakers that leave your ears open to the room, on frames weighing just 43 grams.

    $349
  • If hearing support decides itNuance Audio Glasses

    FDA-cleared hearing help sits in the frame itself, for adults with mild to moderate hearing loss, and nothing goes inside your ear.

    $699

Most paired with

Everything it works with

What Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses work with

Works with iPhone and Android phones. The iPhone app needs iOS 17.2 or later.

Do Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses work with an iPhone?

Works

They work with a supported iPhone and the Meta AI app.

The current US App Store listing needs iOS 17.2 or later, but Ray-Ban's FAQ still says iOS 14.4+. You also need a Meta account. Internet is needed for Meta AI, imports, and updates.

Do Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses work with an Android phone?

Works

They work with a supported phone running Android 10 or later.

You need location services on, the Meta AI app, and a Meta account. That setup handles display features, AI, media, calls, messages, and supported connected apps. Google Play did not show a separate current store-level Android minimum in the fetched listing.

Do Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses work with a Mac over Bluetooth?

Some features missing

For sound, calls and meetings only.

Put the glasses in pairing mode, then pair them in the Mac's Bluetooth settings. The in-lens display, Neural Band and Meta AI still need the phone app.

Audio only; the in-lens display, Neural Band and Meta AI still run through the phone app. Meta's page says "AI glasses" and does not name Meta Ray-Ban Display or macOS.

Do Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses work with a Windows PC over Bluetooth?

Some features missing

For sound only.

You can play audio and take calls and meetings. The in-lens display, Neural Band and Meta AI still need the phone app. Put the glasses in pairing mode, then pick them in Windows Bluetooth settings.

Audio only; the in-lens display, Neural Band and Meta AI still run through the phone app. Meta's page does not name Meta Ray-Ban Display or Windows.

Do Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses work with a Windows PC as an external display?

Some features missing

A web streaming path can work, but native Windows display support is not established.

A web or software path can capture and encode the PC screen and send it to a Display Web App over a network. The reported Farglance approach uses WebRTC, but quality and implementation vary, full-desktop text is poor on the 600x600 in-lens display, and one independent attempt could not keep more than 5 to 10 FPS. This does not establish native Windows display, Miracast, HDMI, DisplayPort, or USB-C video support.

Quality and implementation vary; full-desktop readability is poor on the 600×600 in-lens display; one independent attempt could not maintain more than 5–10 FPS. This does not establish native Windows display, Miracast, HDMI or DisplayPort support.

Quick answers

All FAQs

Quick answers

Should I buy the Meta Ray-Ban Display?
Good to buy. No new model is close and the price is near its low, so we'd buy now. It is $799 at Meta, price checked Oct. 30, 2026. See the full answer on the Meta Ray-Ban Display
Does the Meta Ray-Ban Display come with a charger?
Yes. It comes with a charging case for the glasses and a separate charger for the wrist-worn Meta Neural Band.

Get Meta Ray-Ban Display updates

Email me when there's news.

Works with

Does it work with…?

Works

They work with a supported iPhone and the Meta AI app.

The current US App Store listing needs iOS 17.2 or later, but Ray-Ban's FAQ still says iOS 14.4+. You also need a Meta account. Internet is needed for Meta AI, imports, and updates.

WorksWorked out from the official minimum

They work with every iPhone that runs iOS 17.2 or later, from the iPhone XR on.

  • iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone Air and iPhone 17e: yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max and iPhone 16e: yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • iPhone XR, iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max: yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • iPhone SE (2nd generation) and iPhone SE (3rd generation): yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • iPhone 17 Pro: yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • iPhone 17 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • iPhone Air: yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • Any iPhone not listed: no, it cannot run that iOS version

Worked out from the official minimum ("iOS 17.2 or later") and Apple's list of the iPhones that run it, not a separate test. See the sources.

Works

They work with a supported phone running Android 10 or later.

You need location services on, the Meta AI app, and a Meta account. That setup handles display features, AI, media, calls, messages, and supported connected apps. Google Play did not show a separate current store-level Android minimum in the fetched listing.

Use the Meta AI app on a supported phone and sign in.

  1. Install the Meta AI mobile app on a supported phone.
  2. Sign in with a Meta account and pair the glasses.

The app is required for pairing, device management, AI, media imports, and connected apps. You need a Meta account, and internet is needed for Meta AI, imports, and updates. Optional connected services can have their own account or subscription terms, and Meta does not make a blanket subscription-free claim.

Some features missing

The app can manage other Meta glasses, but some accessories do not fit.

The Meta AI app can manage up to seven pairs of Meta glasses, with only one pair allowed to be Ray-Ban Stories. The Meta Glasses Charging Stand does not support Meta Ray-Ban Display or Oakley Meta Vanguard. Use the case that came with the Display, since Meta has not said other cases fit.

"Not compatible with Meta Ray-Ban Display or Oakley Meta Vanguard" (Charging Stand). Use the case that came with these glasses; no first-party statement that other cases fit.

Some features missing

For sound, calls and meetings only.

Put the glasses in pairing mode, then pair them in the Mac's Bluetooth settings. The in-lens display, Neural Band and Meta AI still need the phone app.

Audio only; the in-lens display, Neural Band and Meta AI still run through the phone app. Meta's page says "AI glasses" and does not name Meta Ray-Ban Display or macOS.

Some features missing

For sound only.

You can play audio and take calls and meetings. The in-lens display, Neural Band and Meta AI still need the phone app. Put the glasses in pairing mode, then pick them in Windows Bluetooth settings.

Audio only; the in-lens display, Neural Band and Meta AI still run through the phone app. Meta's page does not name Meta Ray-Ban Display or Windows.

Some features missing

Switch can send Bluetooth audio to them, but not microphone audio.

Put the glasses in pairing mode, then pair them in the Switch Bluetooth Audio settings. Bluetooth microphones are not supported, audio may be delayed, and only two compatible wireless controllers can be used while Bluetooth audio is on. Neither Nintendo nor Meta names Meta Ray-Ban Display specifically.

No Bluetooth microphone; up to two wireless controllers while using Bluetooth audio; possible audio delay. Neither Nintendo nor Meta names Meta Ray-Ban Display for this.

Show all 10Show fewer
Doesn't work

PS5 does not work with Bluetooth audio devices.

PS5 does not connect to any Bluetooth headphones or glasses for sound, so these glasses can't play PS5 audio over Bluetooth.

Some features missing

A web streaming path can work, but native Windows display support is not established.

A web or software path can capture and encode the PC screen and send it to a Display Web App over a network. The reported Farglance approach uses WebRTC, but quality and implementation vary, full-desktop text is poor on the 600x600 in-lens display, and one independent attempt could not keep more than 5 to 10 FPS. This does not establish native Windows display, Miracast, HDMI, DisplayPort, or USB-C video support.

Quality and implementation vary; full-desktop readability is poor on the 600×600 in-lens display; one independent attempt could not maintain more than 5–10 FPS. This does not establish native Windows display, Miracast, HDMI or DisplayPort support.

Most paired with

Do Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses work with an iPhone?

Works

They work with a supported iPhone and the Meta AI app.

The current US App Store listing needs iOS 17.2 or later, but Ray-Ban's FAQ still says iOS 14.4+. You also need a Meta account. Internet is needed for Meta AI, imports, and updates.

Do Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses work with an Android phone?

Works

They work with a supported phone running Android 10 or later.

You need location services on, the Meta AI app, and a Meta account. That setup handles display features, AI, media, calls, messages, and supported connected apps. Google Play did not show a separate current store-level Android minimum in the fetched listing.

Do Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses work with a Mac over Bluetooth?

Some features missing

For sound, calls and meetings only.

Put the glasses in pairing mode, then pair them in the Mac's Bluetooth settings. The in-lens display, Neural Band and Meta AI still need the phone app.

Audio only; the in-lens display, Neural Band and Meta AI still run through the phone app. Meta's page says "AI glasses" and does not name Meta Ray-Ban Display or macOS.

Do Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses work with a Windows PC over Bluetooth?

Some features missing

For sound only.

You can play audio and take calls and meetings. The in-lens display, Neural Band and Meta AI still need the phone app. Put the glasses in pairing mode, then pick them in Windows Bluetooth settings.

Audio only; the in-lens display, Neural Band and Meta AI still run through the phone app. Meta's page does not name Meta Ray-Ban Display or Windows.

Do Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses work with a Windows PC as an external display?

Some features missing

A web streaming path can work, but native Windows display support is not established.

A web or software path can capture and encode the PC screen and send it to a Display Web App over a network. The reported Farglance approach uses WebRTC, but quality and implementation vary, full-desktop text is poor on the 600x600 in-lens display, and one independent attempt could not keep more than 5 to 10 FPS. This does not establish native Windows display, Miracast, HDMI, DisplayPort, or USB-C video support.

Quality and implementation vary; full-desktop readability is poor on the 600×600 in-lens display; one independent attempt could not maintain more than 5–10 FPS. This does not establish native Windows display, Miracast, HDMI or DisplayPort support.

Do Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses work with Nintendo Switch over Bluetooth?

Some features missing

Switch can send Bluetooth audio to them, but not microphone audio.

Put the glasses in pairing mode, then pair them in the Switch Bluetooth Audio settings. Bluetooth microphones are not supported, audio may be delayed, and only two compatible wireless controllers can be used while Bluetooth audio is on. Neither Nintendo nor Meta names Meta Ray-Ban Display specifically.

No Bluetooth microphone; up to two wireless controllers while using Bluetooth audio; possible audio delay. Neither Nintendo nor Meta names Meta Ray-Ban Display for this.

Do Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses work with PS5 over Bluetooth?

Doesn't work

PS5 does not work with Bluetooth audio devices.

PS5 does not connect to any Bluetooth headphones or glasses for sound, so these glasses can't play PS5 audio over Bluetooth.

What you need

Do Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses work with an iPhone?

Works

They work with a supported iPhone and the Meta AI app.

The current US App Store listing needs iOS 17.2 or later, but Ray-Ban's FAQ still says iOS 14.4+. You also need a Meta account. Internet is needed for Meta AI, imports, and updates.

Do Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses work with an iPhone?

Works

They work with a supported iPhone and the Meta AI app.

The current US App Store listing needs iOS 17.2 or later, but Ray-Ban's FAQ still says iOS 14.4+. You also need a Meta account. Internet is needed for Meta AI, imports, and updates.

Do Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses work with an iPhone?

Works

They work with a supported iPhone and the Meta AI app.

The current US App Store listing needs iOS 17.2 or later, but Ray-Ban's FAQ still says iOS 14.4+. You also need a Meta account. Internet is needed for Meta AI, imports, and updates.

Do Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses work with an Android phone?

Works

They work with a supported phone running Android 10 or later.

You need location services on, the Meta AI app, and a Meta account. That setup handles display features, AI, media, calls, messages, and supported connected apps. Google Play did not show a separate current store-level Android minimum in the fetched listing.

Do Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses work with a Mac over Bluetooth?

Some features missing

For sound, calls and meetings only.

Put the glasses in pairing mode, then pair them in the Mac's Bluetooth settings. The in-lens display, Neural Band and Meta AI still need the phone app.

Audio only; the in-lens display, Neural Band and Meta AI still run through the phone app. Meta's page says "AI glasses" and does not name Meta Ray-Ban Display or macOS.

Supports

Works

The built-in display shows captions, translation, previews, menus, apps, and Web Apps.

Web Apps run on the glasses, and many functions work by touch or voice. Some gestures use the Meta Neural Band. The built-in display does not establish external video input over USB-C or DisplayPort.

Some features missing

Support varies by region, feature, and language.

Product availability is documented for the U.S. Display live translation supports English, French, Italian, and Spanish. Region and language coverage is not universal and can differ by feature.

Works

They include display, voice, and vision accessibility features.

Display options include color correction, text size and weight, a screen reader, and magnification. Meta also documents hands-free calling, messaging, speech translation, environment descriptions, and Be My Eyes volunteer help. Some AI features vary by region and rollout, and Vision settings are set in Meta AI.

How it works

Order eligible prescription lenses through a participating certified retailer.

  1. Have a valid prescription within the -4.00 to +4.00 total-power range.
  2. Order through a participating certified retailer.

You need a valid prescription from -4.00 to +4.00 total power. Support outside that range is not established.

One of the ten reviews has a score, so there is no average yet. It takes two scored reviews from two different publishers.

Three things to know

AI features

The AI features won reviewers over.

Comfort

Reviewers found it uncomfortable after a while.

Privacy

The privacy handling worried reviewers.

10 expert reviews, 1 with a score

  1. Engadget
    Karissa BellOct 17, 2025
    76 / 100
    Read review
  2. Skarvonix
    Younes BekrarAug 6, 2026
    No score
    Read review
  3. Canaltech
    Bruno BertonzinMay 1, 2026
    No score
    Read review
  4. heise
    Jan Philipp WöbbekingJan 30, 2026
    No score
    Read review
  5. PCMag
    Will GreenwaldJan 28, 2026
    No score
    Read review
  6. UploadVR
    David HeaneyNov 10, 2025
    No score
    Read review
  7. Gizmodo
    James PeroOct 31, 2025
    No score
    Read review
  8. CNET
    Scott SteinOct 16, 2025
    No score
    Read review
  9. The Verge
    Victoria SongSep 17, 2025
    No score
    Read review
  10. Tom's Guide
    Mike Prospero
    No score
    Read review

Reviewer breakdown

What reviewers agreed on, and how many raised each

  • AI features6
  • Comfort3
  • Privacy3

Liked itDidn’t

Feb 28, 2023 · First sign of it
Meta’s internal roadmap pointed to display-equipped smart glasses in 2025
The Verge reported details from a Meta Reality Labs roadmap presentation covering hardware plans through 2027. The presentation described a 2025 smart-glasses generation with a viewfinder-style display and a neural-interface band, making this the earliest clear precursor to the product that became Meta Ray-Ban Display.
Apr 1, 2025 · Others confirmed it
Bloomberg reporting added pricing, display and wristband detail
UploadVR reported new Bloomberg details about the project then known as Hypernova, including a small monocular display and an included neural wristband. The report materially sharpened the earlier roadmap by describing a premium device with app-like interfaces and an expected four-figure price.
Sep 15, 2025 · Design and hardware
Meta’s own unlisted video exposed the Ray-Ban Display name and design
An unlisted Meta YouTube video surfaced ahead of Connect and showed what appeared to be the finished Ray-Ban Meta Display glasses and EMG wristband. Tom’s Guide documented the leak on September 17 and linked the original September 15 post, moving the product from report-based descriptions to visible Meta-made material.
Sep 17, 2025 · Announced
Meta announced Meta Ray-Ban Display and Meta Neural Band
Meta formally unveiled Meta Ray-Ban Display at Connect alongside the Meta Neural Band. The announcement confirmed the product name, full-color in-lens display and wrist-based EMG controls after years of roadmap and prototype reporting.
Sep 30, 2025 · Went on sale
Meta Ray-Ban Display went on sale in select U.S. stores
UploadVR reported that Meta Ray-Ban Display had begun retail sales in selected physical U.S. stores. Purchasing generally required an in-person demo and fitting, so the September 30 release was real but intentionally limited in distribution.
Jan 6, 2026 · Delayed
Meta paused the planned international expansion
TechCrunch reported that Meta paused plans to expand Ray-Ban Display sales beyond the U.S. because demand had outstripped available inventory. The delay affected the planned early-2026 rollout to the U.K., Canada, France and Italy.
Mar 13, 2026 · New feature
The first major OS update added widgets, apps and minigames
UploadVR reported the first major operating-system update for Meta Ray-Ban Display. The rollout added widgets, a Calendar app, new minigames, an Instagram Reels feed and other interface features, showing that the post-launch software story was still moving quickly.

At a glance

Meta Ray-Ban DisplayTHIS PRODUCTMeta Ray-Ban DisplayMeta Ray-Ban Gen 2COMPARE WITHMeta Ray-Ban Gen 2
Camera
12MP
12MP
Glasses battery
6 hrs
8 hrs
Works with
iOS & Android
iOS & Android
Display
Monocular HUD (right lens)
No
Price
From $799
From $379
Case battery
+24 hrs
+48 hrs
Weight
69g (+ 42g Neural Band)
~50g
Frame styles
1 style, 2 colors (Shiny Black, Shiny Sand)
Wayfarer, Skyler, Headliner, Blayzer Optics, Scriber Optics150+ combinations
Prescription range
-4.00 to +4.00
-12.00 to +6.00
Nose pads
Injected
Fixed (most styles)
Show 14 more specs
Auto-tint lenses
Transitions Gen8 clear/grey lenses
Transitions lenses (+$80 option)
Video
1440×1920 @30fps
3K at 30fps
Connectivity
Bluetooth 5.3Wi-Fi 6
Bluetooth 5.3Wi-Fi 6
Frame brands
LensCrafters
EssilorLuxottica / Ray-Ban
Hands-free photos
Neural Band gestures + voice
Capture button + voice ('Hey Meta')
Microphones
6-mic array
5-mic (standard) / 6-mic (Optics frames)
Walking directions
Walking directions with audio cues and in-lens visual overlays (select cities)
Audio turn-by-turn walking directions (driving pushed to phone)
Open-ear speakers
Yes2x open-ear
Yes2x open-ear speakers
Prescription lenses
Yesvia LensCrafters
Via LensCrafters & Sunglass Hut
Ongoing cost
None
Optional$19.99/mo
Live translation
Yeswith on-lens captions
Yes
Visual AI
Meta AI with visuals and step-by-step how-tos
Unknown
Ask what you see
Look and ask Meta AI
Look and ask Meta AI about what you see
Water resistance
IPX4
IPX4
Technical specs
Processor
Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1
Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1
AI assistant
Meta AI
Meta AI
AR display
Partial (HUD)
No
Controls
Yesvia Neural Band (wrist EMG)
Notouchpad + voice
Recording light
Capture LED
Capture LED
Sunglass lenses
YesTransitions Gen8 clear/grey lenses
Yes
Optical lenses
Yes
Yes
Made for sports
No
No
Choose your AI
Nolocked to Meta AI
Nolocked to Meta AI
Field of view
20°
Unknown
Software
Meta
Meta
Camera focus
Unknown
fixed focus
Phone needed
Yes
Yes
Buy
See prices
See prices
Meta Ray-Ban Display
Meta

Good to buy.

No new model is close and the price is near its low, so we'd buy now.

Meta Ray-Ban Display

About Meta

Meta builds Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley Meta smart glasses with EssilorLuxottica, along with the Quest line of mixed reality headsets.

Visit Meta
More from Meta we cover
Meta GlassesOakley Meta VanguardRay-Ban Meta (Gen 3)Ray-Ban Meta Audio

Where to buy

StorePriceIn stockAction
Meta$799In stockBuy
Ray-BanNo figure yetVisit

Price history

No new model is close and the price is near its low, so we'd buy now.

Last 30 days
No change$799 since Oct 1
Stores we check
1Meta
On sale since
Sep 30, 2025
Price checks
30 over 30 days

All smart glasses prices

Returns and warranty

Warranty
1-year warranty· starts the day it arrives
Returns and warranty details

Warranty

Covered

  • Defects in materials and workmanship

    Meta-manufactured products in the original packaging, bought from Meta or an authorized seller, that have a defect in materials or workmanship which stops them working substantially as documented under normal use. Coverage lasts one year from purchase or delivery, whichever is later.

  • Battery covered only for defects

    Batteries are consumable parts and are covered only if failure comes from a materials or workmanship defect.

Not covered

  • Water damage

    Damage from exposure to liquids, food, sunscreen, perfumes or other contaminants is not covered.

  • Accidents and misuse

    Damage from misuse or accident, including physical impact, is not covered.

  • Normal wear and aging

    Normal wear and tear such as discoloration and stretching is not covered.

  • Scratches and dents

    Cosmetic damage such as scratches and dents is not covered unless Meta caused it.

  • Prescription changes

    Issues from changes to your eyeglass prescription, your eyesight, or wrong prescription details given when ordering are not covered.

  • Add Meta Warranty Plus

    Meta Ray-Ban Display: $79.99 non-prescription, $99.99 prescription.

  • How it gets fixed

    Meta chooses to repair or replace the product and return it at Meta's cost, or gives a full or partial refund if repair or replacement is impossible or not appropriate.

Good to know

  • Where you buy it

    Not sold online at meta.com. Meta requires an in-person demo and fitting before purchase at select Meta Lab, Ray-Ban, LensCrafters, Sunglass Hut, Best Buy and Verizon stores, so the return policy is the store you bought from (Meta Lab: 30 days from purchase).

What's in the box

What comes in the box with the Meta Ray-Ban Display?

Here is what you get when you open it.

Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses
Charging case
USB-C cable
Cleaning cloth
Meta Neural Band
Meta Neural Band Charger
Quick start guides
Safety and Warranty guide

From Ray-Ban. Checked Sep 23, 2026.

Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 3)$400–$500Available nowGuide News
Meta Glasses$299–$399Available nowGuide News
Oakley Meta Vanguard$499Available nowGuide News
Ray-Ban Meta Audio$349Available nowGuide News

Frequently asked questions

Questions about Meta Ray-Ban Display

Top questions

Should I buy the Meta Ray-Ban Display?
Good to buy. No new model is close and the price is near its low, so we'd buy now. It is $799 at Meta, price checked Oct. 30, 2026. See the full answer on the Meta Ray-Ban Display
Does the Meta Ray-Ban Display come with a charger?
Yes. It comes with a charging case for the glasses and a separate charger for the wrist-worn Meta Neural Band.

Using it

How do I update it?
The Meta AI mobile app will notify you of any software updates for your glasses or the app, and updates will be downloaded automatically. You can also check for updates, or turn off automatic updates at any time from Device settings. From the Meta AI mobile app, tap Glasses in the top right. Tap Device settings. Tap the toggle next to Automatic updates to turn this feature on or off. Tap Check to check for software updates.
How do I set it up?
Make sure the Meta AI app is up to date. Ensure your phone has Bluetooth turned on and has an active Wi-Fi connection.
How do I reset it?
A factory reset deletes all captures on your glasses and requires you to unpair and then pair your glasses again with the Meta AI mobile app.
Developer platform?
You can create display experiences using familiar tools, whether you're extending an existing iOS or Android mobile app or building something entirely new.
Availability?
Because of this unprecedented demand and limited inventory, we’ve decided to pause our planned international expansion.
Call captions?
Don’t miss a word and stay hands-free, even on a busy street or in a loud café — making calls more accessible wherever you are.
Neural handwriting?
Neural Handwriting on Meta Ray-Ban Display is also rolling out to everyone in the coming weeks — and it’s coming to iMessage.
Prescription range?
The eligible Rx range for Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses is -4.00 to +4.00 total power. Prescriptions are available for single vision in polycarbonate lenses.
Can I get prescription lenses?
Yes, you can. The frames can be glazed to your prescription. Through LensCrafters. -4.00 to +4.00.
How good is the camera?
It shoots on a 12MP main camera. The sensor is made by Sony.
What does it cost?
It costs $799. That is the list price.
What kind of screen is it?
It is a heads-up display. A small panel sits in the corner of your view, rather than a screen you watch. There is a single panel, for one eye only.
Do I need a subscription?
No, there is no subscription.
Does it work with my phone?
Yes, it works with an iPhone or an Android phone.
How heavy is it?
It weighs 69g.
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.
Can I take a photo without using my hands?
Yes, you can take one by voice. There is no capture button on the frame.
Does it work without my phone?
No, it needs your phone.
What video can it shoot?
It shoots 1440x1920 at 30fps. That is its highest setting.
How does it connect?
It connects over Bluetooth 5.3 and Wi-Fi 6.
What colours does it come in?
It comes in 2 finishes. The names are not officially published.
How sharp and bright is the screen?
The screen reaches 5000 nits at its brightest.
What chip is inside?
It runs on Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1.
Which AI assistant does it use?
It uses Meta AI. The assistant is fixed, so you cannot swap it.
What software does it run?
It runs Meta Horizon OS.
Does it do AR?
It has a heads-up display rather than full AR. Text and glanceable information, not objects placed in the room.
How wide is the field of view?
It covers 20 degrees. That is how much of your view the image fills.
Can I get sunglass or clear lenses?
It comes with clear lenses.
Whose frames are they?
They are made with LensCrafters.
How many microphones?
It has 6 microphones. They handle calls, voice control and recording.
How many styles can I choose from?
There is one frame to choose from.
Can people tell when it is recording?
Yes, a light comes on. People around you can see when the camera is running.
Can I control it with my hands and eyes?
You control it with a wristband that reads your muscles. Small finger movements, no controller and no raised hand.
Can it translate?
Yes, it can translate.
Does it have a screen?
Yes, it has a screen.
Can I hear it without earbuds?
Yes, it has open-ear speakers that play out loud.
Can I control it with gestures?
Yes, you can control it with gestures.
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.

Sizing and fit

How do I pick the right size?
Schedule a demo today to find your precise size.

Battery and charging

How do I charge it?
Close the arms and slide the glasses into the case so that the nose bridge makes contact with the case. The LED inside the case by the nose bridge will turn on to indicate the glasses are charging.
Battery life?
Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses have up to 6 hours of mixed-use battery life per charge. With the compact, folding charging case, you can enjoy up to 24 hours of additional use. Meta Neural Band provides all-day battery life, with up to 18 hours of use on a single charge. Up to 6 hours of continuous mixed-use battery life per charge and up to 30 total hours of battery life with fully charged case
Box contents?
They come with a protective, folding charging case, Meta Neural Band, Meta Neural Band charger, cleaning cloth, USB-C charging cable and printed setup guide.
How long does the battery last?
It runs 6 hours. That is 24 hours with the extra from the case, and 6 hours at most.

Water

Can it get wet (shower, pool, swimming)?
Yes for sweat and rain, but not for the shower. Its rating is IPX4. It is rated for splashes, not immersion.

Price and models

When did the Meta Ray-Ban Display come out?
It went on sale September 30, 2025. Announced September 17, 2025.
Is there a newer one?
No. The Meta Ray-Ban Display is the current model.
How much does the Meta Ray-Ban Display cost?
List price: From $799. Current price we last read at Meta: $799, October 30, 2026.

Returns and warranty

How long do I have to return it?
Return window: not stated by Meta
Is there a restocking fee?
Restocking fee: not stated by Meta
Who pays return shipping?
Who pays return shipping: not stated by Meta
Can I return it if I opened or wore it?
Condition rules: not stated by Meta
How long is the warranty?
1-year warranty Starts the day it arrives.
Is there a paid protection plan?
Add Meta Warranty Plus Meta Ray-Ban Display: $79.99 non-prescription, $99.99 prescription.
Is water damage covered?
Water damage not covered Damage from exposure to liquids, food, sunscreen, perfumes or other contaminants is not covered.
Is the battery covered?
Battery covered only for defects Batteries are consumable parts and are covered only if failure comes from a materials or workmanship defect.

In the box

What's in the box?
Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses, Charging case, USB-C cable, Cleaning cloth, Meta Neural Band, Meta Neural Band Charger, Quick start guides, Safety and Warranty guide.

Works with

Do Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses support Meta AI in every region and language?
Support varies by region, feature, and language. Some features missing
Do Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses support accessibility features?
They include display, voice, and vision accessibility features. Works
Do Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses work with other Meta glasses and accessories?
The app can manage other Meta glasses, but some accessories do not fit. Some features missing
Do Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses work with a Mac over Bluetooth?
Yes, for sound, calls and meetings only. Some features missing
Do Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses work with a Windows PC over Bluetooth?
Yes, for sound only. Some features missing
Do Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses work with Nintendo Switch over Bluetooth?
Switch can send Bluetooth audio to them, but not microphone audio. Some features missing
Do Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses work with PS5 over Bluetooth?
No, PS5 does not work with Bluetooth audio devices. Doesn't work
Do Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses work with a Windows PC as an external display?
A web streaming path can work, but native Windows display support is not established. Some features missing

You have reached the end of this stream

Those are all the stories we have lined up here.

More news
Solos AirGo V2