Smart glasses are back in the spotlight once more. For better or worse, these AI-powered spectacles never seem to go out of fashion, whether you’re at home or navigating the urban jungle. Work, gaming, AR, XR, everyday life—they promise to do it all the moment you put them on.
There’s plenty happening in this sector from the technology angle as well. Meta, which has long led the smart glasses charge, is expected to drop its consumer-ready smart glasses—currently codenamed Hypernova—with a built-in display in September. Reports also suggest that Samsung will finally enter the arena and launch its first smart glasses next year, complete with cameras, microphones and speakers in a bid to take on Meta.
This is certainly a space to keep your eyes on.
Oakley Meta HSTN
Oakley Meta HSTN
This recent collaboration between Oakley and Meta has a built-in camera that captures Ultra HD (3K) video, Meta AI and great battery backup.
Rokid Max 2 AR Glasses
Rokid Max 2 AR Glasses
Immersive gaming, video, high-definition audio—these augmented reality glasses weigh just 75g and feature an ergonomic design.
Ray-Ban Meta Glasses
Ray-Ban Meta Glasses
Powered by Meta AI, you get commands, a 12 megapixel ultrawide camera and touch controls in a classic Wayfarer design.
Snap Spectacles
Snap Spectacles
The see-through glasses are powered by Snap OS, which is designed to enhance how people naturally interact with the world.
Viture Luma XR Glasses
These futuristic glasses come with a 1200p 4K-like resolution on a private 146” display and cutting-edge HARMAN audio.
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