Hands-on with the Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses

Core Insights - Meta Platforms Inc. has launched its first consumer smart glasses, the Meta Ray-Ban Display, priced at $799, marking a significant step towards the company's vision of replacing smartphones with headsets and glasses as the primary computing devices [2][3]. Product Features - The Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses feature a small digital display in the right lens, allowing users to read messages, see photo previews, and view live captions during conversations [4]. - The glasses are controlled via an EMG sensor wristband that detects electrical signals from the body, enabling gesture-based control [5]. - The display is designed to be translucent, providing a miniaturized smartphone-like interface without obstructing the user's view of the real world [6]. Comparison with Previous Models - The new glasses differ from last year's Orion prototype, which was designed for demonstration purposes and required additional hardware, as the Ray-Ban Display is now available for public sale starting September 30 [3]. - While the Ray-Ban Display offers a high-resolution display, the clarity of icons can be compromised when viewed against real-world backgrounds, focusing more on utility than entertainment [7].