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Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses: The Future of Eyewear
Ray-Ban continues to revolutionise eyewear with innovative, stylish designs that stand the test of time. As AI and wearable technology advance, Ray-Ban steps into the spotlight with their Meta Smart Glasses, a seamless fusion of style and functionality. Here we’ll explore the cutting-edge features of Ray-Ban Meta glasses, share tips on how to wear and use these tech-savvy glasses responsibly and address frequently asked questions.
Ray-Ban Meta Features
Ray-Ban Meta glasses have evolved significantly in recent years. Here’s a breakdown of the key features:
AI INTEGRATION
Experience the power of Meta AI, designed to provide real-time answers and enhance your day-to-day life. From checking live basketball scores to translating text, Meta AI is your on-the-go assistant.
CAMERA
Capture your world with a 12 MP ultra-wide camera and a five-microphone system. Take high-quality photos and videos, and share them effortlessly to Instagram and Facebook. You can even toggle between your phone and glasses camera during video calls or livestreams.
AUDIO
Enjoy rich, immersive sound with discreet open-ear speakers. Designed for clarity even in noisy environments, the directional audio ensures your listening experience remains private.
CONTROLS
Use hands-free voice commands to call, message, or capture content without reaching for your phone. Alternatively, take control with a hyper-responsive touchpad and capture button.
CHARGING CASE
The slim and portable charging case offers up to eight additional charges, complementing the glasses’ four-hour battery life. Smart charging preserves battery health while the sleek design fits comfortably in your pocket or bag.
META VIEW APP
The updated Meta View App enhances your glasses experience. Pair multiple devices, explore features via an interactive tour, and add effects to your content for easy sharing with friends.
Privacy Protection
Ray-Ban Meta glasses are designed with privacy as a core feature, ensuring that you and those around you can feel secure. Here's how privacy is safeguarded:
- Capture LED Light: Whenever you use the camera—whether for photos, videos, or livestreaming—a dedicated LED light illuminates to notify those nearby. If the LED is blocked or obscured, the glasses will alert you and pause the recording until the obstruction is cleared.
- Data Protection: Your data is handled with strict security protocols. The Meta View app allows you to manage permissions, delete content, and control what is shared. None of the captured content is shared without your explicit consent.
- Audio Privacy: The glasses' open-ear speakers are designed with directional sound technology, ensuring that your calls, music, or media are for your ears only, even in noisy environments.
Ray-Ban Meta glasses prioritise transparency, making it easy to understand when and how their technology is being used, helping foster trust between users and their communities.
Responsible Use of Ray-Ban Meta Glasses
To make your experience safe and enjoyable for everyone, it’s essential to use Ray-Ban Meta glasses responsibly. Below are some guidelines:
Respect People’s Preferences
Not everyone is comfortable being recorded or photographed. If someone asks not to be captured, stop recording immediately and respect their wishes.
Turn Off in Private Spaces
Power down your glasses when entering sensitive areas like:
- Medical facilities, including doctor’s offices and hospitals.
- Changing rooms and public toilets.
- Schools, classrooms, and childcare centres.
- Places of worship or other religious venues.
Always Display the Capture LED Light
The capture LED light is an essential feature for transparency. Ensure it is clearly visible when recording or livestreaming. If someone asks about the light, take a moment to explain its purpose to put them at ease. Note, if the LED is blocked or obscured, the glasses will alert you and pause the recording until the obstruction is cleared.
Obey the Law and Community Standards
- Do not use the glasses to engage in harmful activities such as harassment, stalking, or capturing sensitive information (e.g., PIN codes or personal identification documents).
- Always follow local laws regarding privacy and recording in public or private spaces.
Practice Safe Driving
Avoid using your glasses while driving or operating heavy machinery. AI features, notifications, and other functionalities can be distracting. It’s recommended to turn off the glasses while driving.
Be Transparent When Recording or Streaming
Before capturing content or going live, let people around you know what you’re doing. Use verbal cues, such as saying, “I’m about to record this,” or gestures, like tapping the capture button visibly. This helps others understand your intentions and reduces misunderstandings.
Be a Good Community Member
- Use your glasses to create positive, engaging content rather than intrusive or harmful material.
- Avoid using the glasses in situations where privacy concerns might arise, such as at protests or in highly personal settings.
- Think before you post—ensure the content respects the dignity and privacy of others.
By following these guidelines, you can use your Ray-Ban Meta glasses responsibly while fostering trust and consideration within your community.
Upgrade your lifestyle with Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses and step into the future of eyewear.
Discover FAQ about Ray-Ban Smart Glasses
What do I need to use Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses?
To operate Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses you need to connect your glasses with a smart phone and the Meta View app. Here’s the complete checklist:
- Smart phone with a recently released operating system: Android 10 and above (with location services enabled) or iOS 14.4 and above.
- Wireless internet access
- USB-C charging plug (if charging from a power outlet and not directly from a USB point)
- A valid Meta account
- Meta View app
What is included with my Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses?
How do I charge my glasses?
To charge your glasses, put them in the charging case and place it on the nose bridge inside the charging case*. This is the only way to charge the glasses. You'll know your glasses are charging when the case LED blinks after you've docked them and closed the case. You can also see a charging icon in the Meta View app.
Charging your case
To charge your charging case, connect the case to a power adapter using a USB-C cable and plug it into the front of the charging case. This is the only way to charge the case.
Charging safety
For safety information on charging your Ray-Ban Meta Collections please refer to the Warranty and Safety Guide provided when you received the item.
*The first time you charge your glasses you need to remove the protective plastic tab from the metal charging connections on the case.
My glasses aren’t pairing with the app what should I do?
If you are unable to pair your Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses to the Meta View app, try these troubleshooting steps:
- Make sure glasses are charged, turned on, and in their case. Charge glasses for at least one hour or until the LED on the case turns green.
- Press and hold the pairing button on the back of the case for 5 seconds. Release when case LED pulses a blue light.
- Check if Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses shows up in your phone's Bluetooth connections. If it does, forget the connection, then try pairing your glasses again.
- If that doesn't solve the issue, try deleting and reinstalling the Meta View app on your phone.
- If that doesn't solve the issue, try performing a manual factory reset for your glasses as follows:
- Close the right temple arm.
- Press the capture button 5 times until the notification LED turns orange.
- Press and hold the capture button until the notification LED starts flashing.
- Release the capture button and wait for the LED to cycle through white and then green before turning off to indicate factory reset is complete
If the LED on your glasses is blinking white continuously during pairing, you can force restart your glasses as follows:
- Turn your glasses off by sliding the power switch away from the lens.
- Press and hold the capture button then slide the power switch on. Keep holding the capture button until the LED on your glasses turns on.
- Continue with the normal pairing process as instructed in the Meta View app.
How do the audio controls work?
Use the touchpad on the right temple of your glasses to control playback and volume:
- Tap once to pause / resume playback
- Tap once to pause or play audio
- Double tap to skip forward
- Triple tap to skip back
- Swipe forward to turn the volume up
- Swipe back to turn the volume down
When you close your glasses, audio streaming will pause. When you reopen the glasses, they will reconnect via Bluetooth
Can I wear them as normal sunglasses without the features?
Whenever the situation calls for simpler eyewear, easily turn off Ray-Ban Meta glasses by sliding the power switch. The power ON/OFF switch is located on the left inner arm of the glasses, near the hinge.
To turn ON: Slide the power switch towards the lens, the notification LED starts blinking white. The white LED will blink while your glasses turn on. When it turns solid green, you’re ready to continue.
To turn OFF: Slide the power switch all the way to the left, the notification LED starts blinking red to signal that the glasses have turned off.
Ray-Ban | META requires a mobile phone with Android (location services enabled) or iOS operating systems, and wireless internet access as well as a Meta account and the Meta View app (free download). RAY-BAN | META and the Meta View app are currently available and supported in the following countries: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Norway, Sweden, Spain and the UK. As of today, voice assistant is only available in English, French and Italian. For ages 13 and up only. This product may interfere with personal medical devices. Requires updates to be installed from time to time, including prior to first use. While using RAY-BAN | META, it is always the user’s responsibility to comply with any local laws and regulations, especially those relating to privacy and the use of recording devices.
Ray-Ban Smart Glasses are not eligible for return once opened. Items can only be returned for exchange or refund within 30 days of receipt if the item remains in its sealed original packaging.
While using RAY-BAN | META, it is always the user’s responsibility to comply with any local laws and regulations, especially those relating to privacy and the use of recording devices. For more information, please visit our Terms & Conditions.