Zuckerberg Unveils Meta’s AI-Powered Smart Glasses
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has introduced the company’s latest wearable device — Ray-Ban Display smart glasses — featuring a tiny screen embedded in the lens. The launch, announced at Meta’s annual Connect event in California, highlights the company’s push to blend artificial intelligence into everyday life.
Why it matters
Meta is betting on wearables as the next step beyond smartphones, aiming to let users interact with AI, messages, and digital content without looking down at a screen.
What’s new
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Ray-Ban Display glasses with built-in lens display
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Updated Ray-Ban Gen 2 smart glasses
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Meta Oakley Vanguard sport glasses
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New Quest 3 experiences, including Disney+ integration for Horizon
Zuckerberg called glasses “the ideal form factor for personal super intelligence,” saying they allow people to stay present while accessing AI tools that boost communication, memory, and awareness.
Adoption and outlook
Smart glasses remain niche, but demand is rising. EssilorLuxottica, Meta’s manufacturing partner, reported that revenue from Meta glasses more than tripled year-over-year. Starting in 2026, the company aims to produce 10 million pairs annually.
The big picture
With Apple, Google, and Samsung also advancing wearable and AI devices, Meta is racing to define the future of personal technology. Smart glasses, once experimental, are becoming a frontline product in the battle for AI-driven consumer hardware.
