Meta has announced a new category of smart eyewear — Performance AI glasses — in collaboration with Oakley, the global sport and lifestyle brand under EssilorLuxottica.
This marks a new chapter in Meta’s expanding partnership, following the success of its Ray-Ban Meta line-up. The launch blends Oakley’s athletic design DNA with Meta’s AI and wearable innovations, expanding Meta’s wearable tech portfolio.
Oakley Meta Glasses: Built for Sport and Everyday Performance
Oakley Meta brings smart eyewear to athletes and their supporters alike. They combine Oakley’s bold, durable styling with Meta’s advanced AI capabilities, offering a seamless blend of performance and smart features for life on the move.
Oakley Meta HSTN: Designed for Sport and Tech
The debut model, Oakley Meta HSTN (pronounced HOW-stuhn), follows the look of Oakley’s HSTN frame. All variants, including the Limited Edition, share the same advanced feature set:
Key Features
- 3K camera with a built-in ultra-wide 12 MP sensor for hands-free photo and video capture
- Capture LED light to indicate photo or video recording and ensure privacy
- Open-ear directional Bluetooth speakers for music, podcasts, and calls, while staying aware of your surroundings
- Meta AI assistant for hands-free help: get real-time updates, play music, take photos, send messages, and more by saying “Hey Meta”
- Touch and voice controls to manage playback, calls, and content
- IPX4 water resistance, suitable for rain, sweat, and splashes (charging case is not water-resistant)
- Battery life: Up to 8 hours of typical use, 5 hours of continuous audio, and up to 19 hours standby
- Fast charging: 50% in 22 minutes, 80% in 45 minutes
- The case supplies extended power, lasting up to 48 hours.
- Accessibility support for users with reduced vision, hearing, or mobility, with voice control and Be My Eyes network integration
- Device compatibility: Android 10+ and iPhone 10+ (iOS 15.2+) using the Meta AI app
Color Variants
The Limited Edition version celebrates Oakley’s 50th anniversary and features exclusive gold accents and Desert 24k Prizm Polar lenses, while sharing the same specifications as the standard models.
Pricing and Availability
You’ll find Oakley Meta glasses available on both Meta and Oakley websites.
- Limited-Edition Oakley Meta HSTN: Pre-orders begin July 11, priced at USD 499 (Rs. 43,220 approx.).
- Standard models: Launch later this summer, starting at USD 399 (Rs. 34,5560 approx.).
- Available in: United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Italy, Spain, Austria, Belgium, Germany, Australia, Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Denmark
- Expansion plans include: Mexico, India, and the United Arab Emirates later this year