Ray-Ban’s Meta Smart Glasses Are Now on Sale at Their Lowest Price Ever.
Are smart glasses worth the hype? If you’re looking for a stylish accessory that doubles as a camera, headphones, and an augmented reality display without having to take out your phone, this is a life hack worth the extra cash. Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 1) smart glasses are currently 25% off—they’re priced at $246.75 (originally $329), making them their lowest price ever. This version comes in matte black with polarized lenses, but you can also get a slightly cheaper version with glossy clear lenses for $224.25.
Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 1) AI sunglasses feature the retro style of the iconic Wayfarer and weigh 49 grams, only slightly heavier than regular glasses (though with prescription lenses, the weight increases to 54 grams). They allow you to record 1080p video and take photos, listen to music, make calls, send text messages while driving, livestream on the go, and receive responses from Meta AI. They feature a wide field of view and reliable image stabilization, although they only shoot in vertical format.
The glasses feature a 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera, five microphones, and built-in open-back speakers, allowing you to hear audio without blocking out your surroundings. Meta AI is one of the key features of this wearable technology, acting as a built-in personal assistant. There’s also a real-time speech translation feature that processes speech at a conversational pace, which is especially useful when traveling. We’ll cover this feature in detail in our in-depth Ray-Ban Metas review . They last up to four hours, and the case holds up to eight additional charges.
Despite their multifunctionality, they’re not capable of handling complex tasks like booking hotel rooms, and their battery life and weight may be unsuitable for those who wear corrective lenses and must wear glasses all day. Nevertheless, they’re a very handy gadget that makes everyday tasks more convenient and functional. And with their record-low price , the Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 1) smart glasses could be one of the best wearable buys this season.