Meta has officially launched the Ray-Ban Display, a new category of smart glasses that transform how we interact with our surroundings.
Unveiled at Meta Connect 2025, the Ray-Ban Display introduces a full-color, high-resolution display integrated into the right lens , something previous Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses lacked.
Unlike the Gen 1 and Gen 2 Ray-Ban Meta models, which focused on style, open-ear audio, dual cameras, and voice-based AI functionality, this new model adds visual output.
It projects notifications, messages, navigation, translations, and live captions directly onto the lens.
The glasses also come with a Neural Band wrist sensor, using electromyography (EMG) to detect subtle hand gestures for control, so you can swipe, tap, or scroll without touching your face.
Some specifications: around 69g standard size (70g for large), 600×600 pixel display, 90Hz refresh rate, brightness up to 5000 nits, IPX4 water resistance, and around 6 hours mixed-use battery life.
There’s also a collapsible charging case that extends usage.
What’s new vs what was before
• Added AR display in lens: a shift from voice + camera only → visual UX integrated.
• Gesture control via Neural Band: more intuitive control vs button/touchpad or voice alone.
• Higher brightness, display refresh, and higher specs make it more usable outdoors and in bright light.
• More emphasis on blending tech with everyday style (Wayfarer style, transition lenses, etc.) to reduce “tech gadget” look.
What to watch out for
• The display is monocular (right lens only), so dual-eye display use is limited. Some users may find putting a screen in one lens alone slightly disorienting.
• Heavy usage could drain battery quicker ,6 hours mixed use is good, but visual interactions and continuous AI could reduce that.
• Privacy concerns still persist around recording and gestures. There’s an LED to show camera is active, but critics question its visibility in all lighting.
Conclusion:
The Meta Ray-Ban Display is a bold move forward in smart glasses: new visual display, gesture control, better hardware, and a push toward wearable tech as everyday tools not just novelty.
For professionals, creators, and early adopters, this device marks a significant upgrade. For all businesses, this shows what’s possible when AR, AI, and design come together.
