EssilorLuxottica and Meta have announced three new wearables at Meta Connect. Oakley Meta Vanguard targets athletes. Ray-Ban Meta gets a second-gen refresh. And Meta Ray-Ban Display adds a colour screen in the right lens with an EMG wristband for subtle controls.
Here’s what’s new, how much they cost, and what UAE buyers should expect.
Oakley Meta Vanguard: built for training
Oakley Meta Vanguard brings performance features for runners and cyclists.
- 12 MP ultra-wide camera with 122° field of view
- Open-ear speakers with wind-noise reduction
- PRIZM lenses with swappable options
- IP67 water and dust resistance
- Garmin and Strava integrations for real-time insights
- Up to 9 hours mixed use, plus 36 hours via charging case
- Compatible with helmets and caps
- Four colours, pre-orders at $499 / €549 on Oakley.com and Meta.com
For athletes, the pitch is simple. Keep your ears open to the road, record clips, and get performance cues without grabbing your phone. IP67 and helmet fit make more sense than fashion here. The case adds serious stamina for events like a century ride or a long desert run. If you’ve tried the earlier Oakley Meta HSTN Glasses, this is the more serious sibling with longer sessions in mind.
Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2): better camera, longer battery
The second generation of Ray-Ban Meta focuses on camera quality, battery and comfort.
- 12 MP ultra-wide camera
- 3K ultra-HD video capture
- Up to 8 hours battery life
- More styles and colours, with prescription support and Transitions Gen S
- Conversation Focus feature coming soon to boost the voice you’re listening to in noisy places
- On sale now from $379 / €419 on Ray-Ban.com and Meta.com
The headline feature is 3K video and a longer day out without charging. Conversation Focus also hints at useful hearing assistance tricks without going near medical claims. Styles and Rx support keep this line mainstream and wearable in cafés, offices and school runs.
Meta Ray-Ban Display: a screen in the lens
The most forward-leaning product adds a full-colour visual display in the right lens.
- Discreet on-lens display for messages, photo previews, video calls and visual AI prompts
- Ships with Transitions lenses and supports prescription orders
- Paired Meta Neural Band EMG wristband for subtle finger and hand controls
- Price $799, in select US stores from 30 September 2025; Canada, France, Italy and UK in early 2026
This is the first time Meta and EssilorLuxottica have put a display into their mainstream frames. The Neural Band sets it apart, letting you nudge interfaces without pulling out a phone. Early rollout is limited to US retail, with more regions to follow next year.
UAE outlook: pricing and availability
The announcement highlights US and European pricing, with regional rollout details to come. For a quick sense check, the dirham is pegged close to 3.673 AED per USD. That puts indicative tags at roughly:
- Oakley Meta Vanguard: about AED 1,830
- Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2): about AED 1,390
- Meta Ray-Ban Display: about AED 2,935
These are straight conversions from US pricing using recent USD/AED rates and are not official UAE retail prices. Local taxes, shipping and distributor margins can change the sticker.
How this fits Meta’s wearables strategy
EssilorLuxottica and Meta keep a two-track path: lifestyle Ray-Ban for daily use, Oakley for sport, with a display model bridging both. The partnership already produced the best-known AI glasses on sale. The new range improves battery life, adds sport-grade durability, and pushes toward hands-free computing with the display and neural inputs.
- Ray-Ban: everyday camera, calls, and soon voice-isolation
- Oakley: endurance, weather resistance, training integrations
- Display model: on-lens info plus wrist EMG controls
- Pricing: $379 to $799 in the US at launch
- Rollout: US now for two models; display starts 30 September in US stores, broader markets in 2026
When can I buy Meta Ray-Ban Display outside the US?
The display model launches in select US stores on 30 September 2025, with expansion to Canada, France, Italy and the UK planned for early 2026.
Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with helmets and in bad weather?
Yes. The frames are compatible with cycling helmets and hats and carry IP67 resistance for dust and water. They’re built to handle sun, snow and dirt.
Will Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) support prescriptions and Transitions?
Yes. You can order them with individual prescription lenses and Transitions Gen S. The range also includes more styles and colours than before.
