exist Meta-connection 2025 Mark Zuckerberg kickoff event launched three new smart glasses, including its first model with augmented reality. Meta’s boss also announced the second generation of Ray-Ban Meta, as well as a pair of Oakley-branded sunglasses designed for athletes. Additionally, Zuckerberg has launched Horizon TV, a new Quest head-mounted entertainment hub that gives you easy access to Disney+, Prime Video, and other streaming services. This is everything you might miss.
Ray-Ban Meta “Gen 2”
this Second generation of ray Yuanyuan glasses With what the company calls improving battery life, it is now available for “typical use” for eight hours. Even the included charging case provides 48 hours of juice compared to the previous version of the 32 hours. The model comes with a 12-megapixel camera that captures video from 3K Ultra HD, up to 60 frames per second and HDR support, and 32GB of storage. This fall, Meta will also launch an update that will bring overweight and slow-motion video capture to all glasses including this glasses. Now, the Gen 2-ray metaglasses are the same three basic frameworks as their predecessors, namely Wayfarer, Skyler and Headliner, and will cost at least $379.
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Oakley Meta Pioneer
Different from the original Oakley Yuan GlassesVanguard is clearly designed to cater to athletes. It has a surround frame Oakley’s surround frame known for different colors. Due to how it bends over the face, Meta places its 12-megapixel camera in the center of the frame so that the helmet and hat don’t ruin your lens. The camera on this model has a wider 122-degree lens and adjustable video stabilization, so you can still shoot video while you move. Meta tells us that the device’s battery is also optimized for a wider range of temperatures, allowing it to be better maintained in harsh environments. In addition to better battery life, the Vanguard has larger onboard speakers and will provide integration for Strava and Garmin. this Oakley Meta Pioneer The glasses are now available for pre-orders of $499 and will be officially launched on October 21.
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Metaray light – monitor
this Metaray light – monitor It is the company’s first pair of AR glasses. Its lens works as a translucent head-up display (HUD) that can show you text, AI tips, gradually turning pedestrian navigation and video calls. Its paired dedicated EMG wristband will allow you to interact with the HUD’s interface and even enable you to enter a response. The video call didn’t work properly during its on-stage demo, but Zuckerberg was able to play a song on Spotify, showing off real-time subtitles, which could be a huge help for people with hearing impairments, as well as capturing and viewing images. The Meta Ray-Ban display will be purchased through a limited number of brick-and-mortar stores, including Best Buy, Lenscrafters, Ray-Ban and Verizon, as you have to fit your wristband. Starting September 30, you will get it for $799 and will start in Canada, France, Italy and the UK early next year.
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Meta Horizon TV
At the end of the Meta Connect keynote, Zuckerberg announced a new entertainment headset. Called Horizon TVwhich is a unified interface for streaming services available on the device, including Prime Video and Peacock. The Chief Executive Officer also revealed that Disney+ will use Quest Headsets soon.
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