At a glance
- Weight
- 43 g
- Battery
- 12 hr
- Camera-free by design — the privacy trade the camera models cannot offer
- Up to 12 hours of general use; the included charging case adds up to 48 hours
- No camera means no photo or video capture
- Ships October 13, 2026 — pre-order only today
Ray-Ban Meta Audio
Meta
Read the full overview$349
See it at Meta Store- Weight
- 43 g
- Battery
- 12 hr
The Ray-Ban Meta Audio are Meta's first camera-free AI glasses, announced at Meta Connect on September 23, 2026 at $349, with pre-orders open and shipping October 13, 2026. Built around audio and voice: open-ear speakers, Meta AI assistance, and up to 12 hours of general use on a single charge — including up to 6 hours of continuous audio playback — plus up to 48 more hours from the included charging case, which fast-charges the glasses to 50% in 20 minutes. At 43 grams in Clubmaster and Burbank styles they are Meta's slimmest, lightest Ray-Ban Meta pairs yet, rated IPX4 and compatible with a wide range of optical prescriptions. There is no camera — the defining choice of this line.
Editorial overview
By AR Compare Team ·
Compiled from AR Compare's verified catalog record and cited coverage — AR Compare has not tested this device.
The Ray-Ban Meta Audio is defined by what it leaves out: announced at Meta Connect on September 23, 2026, it is Meta’s first camera-free AI pair — open-ear speakers, microphones, and Meta AI in Ray-Ban frames, with no capture hardware at all. That is the privacy trade the camera models cannot offer, and it suits the offices, gyms, and social settings where a lens in your glasses raises eyebrows. It is also the line’s price floor at $349, sitting below the camera-equipped Gen 3 that launched the same day.
The recorded spec sheet plays to the audio brief: up to 12 hours of general use on a charge — including up to 6 hours of continuous audio playback — with the included charging case adding up to 48 more hours and fast-charging the glasses to 50% in 20 minutes. At 43 grams in Clubmaster and Burbank styles across seven recorded colorways, these are Meta’s slimmest and lightest Ray-Ban Meta pairs yet, rated IPX4 and compatible with a wide range of optical prescriptions (Meta publishes no per-model numeric range for this pair). Voice control runs through Meta AI; there is no display, so every response is spoken.
The open items the record flags: shipping starts October 13, 2026 — pre-order only until then — the microphone count was not published at launch, and no spatial-audio claim accompanies the speakers. For everyday-wear buyers who want Meta’s assistant and open-ear audio without ever explaining a camera, this is the purpose-built option.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Camera-free by design — the privacy trade the camera models cannot offer
- Up to 12 hours of general use; the included charging case adds up to 48 hours
- 50% charge in 20 minutes in the case
- 43 g — Meta's slimmest, lightest Ray-Ban Meta styles yet
- IPX4 water resistance and prescription-lens compatibility
Cons
- No camera means no photo or video capture
- Ships October 13, 2026 — pre-order only today
- Microphone count not published at launch
- No display, and no spatial-audio claim published
Full specifications
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes |
| Prescription options | Prescription lenses in the frame via Meta.com / participating certified retailers |
| Not published: Optics type, Dimming control, Transparency level | |
| Physical | |
| Weight (g) | 43 |
| Frame style | Clubmaster and Burbank styles |
| Color options | Shiny Black, Shiny Black on Gold, Matte Black, Matte Black on Warm Silver, Transparent Sky Blue, Transparent Iron Grey on Gun Metal, Transparent Orchid on Gun Metal |
| Foldable | ✓ Yes |
| IP rating | IPX4 |
| Battery & power | |
| Battery life (hours) | 12 |
| Charging method | charging case (up to 48 additional hours; 50% charge in 20 minutes) |
| Not published: Charging time | |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth |
| Not published: Tethered, Compatible devices | |
| Sensors & input | |
| Camera | ✕ No |
| Speakers | open-ear |
| Voice control | ✓ Yes |
| Not published: Microphones, Tracking, Gesture control | |
| AI | |
| AI assistant | Meta AI |
| Not published: AI model, Wake word, AI capabilities | |
Prescription options
The documented prescription routes for the Ray-Ban Meta Audio, from the maker and named-partner documentation recorded in our database.
- Prescription lenses in the frame via Meta.com / participating certified retailers — range not published by the maker Source: meta.com documentation
Maker documentation as recorded 2026-09-28. Ranges are the maker's published limits, not medical advice — confirm your exact prescription with your optician before ordering.
Where to buy
Ray-Ban Meta Audio specs: quick answers
- What is the Ray-Ban Meta Audio's field of view?
- As of the latest update, Meta has not officially published the Ray-Ban Meta Audio's field of view.
- What is the Ray-Ban Meta Audio's display resolution?
- As of the latest update, Meta has not officially published the Ray-Ban Meta Audio's per-eye display resolution.
- How bright is the Ray-Ban Meta Audio's display?
- As of the latest update, Meta has not officially published the Ray-Ban Meta Audio's peak brightness.
- How much does the Ray-Ban Meta Audio weigh?
- The Ray-Ban Meta Audio's glasses weigh 43g according to the manufacturer specification.
- How long does the Ray-Ban Meta Audio's battery last?
- The Ray-Ban Meta Audio is rated for about 12 hours of battery life.
- Does the Ray-Ban Meta Audio have an AI assistant?
- Yes, the Ray-Ban Meta Audio includes the Meta AI AI assistant.
- How much does the Ray-Ban Meta Audio cost?
- The Ray-Ban Meta Audio costs $349.
Ray-Ban Meta Audio: FAQs
How much does the Ray-Ban Meta Audio cost?
The Ray-Ban Meta Audio costs $349 (USD).
How much does the Ray-Ban Meta Audio weigh?
The Ray-Ban Meta Audio weighs 43g according to the manufacturer specification.
How long does the battery last on the Ray-Ban Meta Audio?
The Ray-Ban Meta Audio has a rated battery life of 12 hours.
Can I use the Ray-Ban Meta Audio with prescription lenses?
Yes, the Ray-Ban Meta Audio supports prescription lenses. The recorded diopter range is prescription lenses supported — Meta documents compatibility with a wide range of optical prescriptions.
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