Meta is accelerating its push into the wearable market with the launch of artificial intelligence smart glasses that can be fitted directly with prescription lenses.
Meta on May 31 unveiled two new AI smart glasses under the Ray-Ban brand, according to industry sources. The new products are the Ray-Ban Meta Blazer Optics 2nd Generation and the Ray-Ban Meta Scriber Optics 2nd Generation, both designed for vision correction.
Previously, users had to separately order prescription lenses to fit into existing Ray-Ban smart glasses. The new models were designed from the planning stage specifically for users who need vision correction. Meta said the glasses significantly improve comfort and fitting convenience, reflecting the experience of users who wear glasses all day.
Meta redesigned the structure so the temples can spread wider than the lenses and made the nose pads replaceable. Opticians can also directly adjust the temple tips to fit individual head shapes, enhancing wearing stability.
The two models offer differentiated designs to match consumer preferences. The Blazer model features a near-rectangular shape, while the Scriber model adopts a round shape. However, the new products do not include a heads-up display that projects information onto the lenses. The company emphasized the glasses are lightweight models but did not disclose specific weight or detailed specifications.
Pre-orders opened on Meta and Ray-Ban's official U.S. websites on the day of the announcement. Full retail sales at offline stores will begin on July 14. The launch price is set at $499 (approximately 750,000 won).
Meta also unveiled an expanded lineup of frame and lens color options for its existing smart glasses on the same day.
The company additionally announced software update plans. Upcoming features include a nutrition tracking function that allows users to log meals via voice or photos while wearing the glasses, and a handwriting function that lets users write with their finger to quietly reply to messages in public spaces.