Core Viewpoint - Meta is set to launch its first consumer-grade smart glasses named "Meta Ray-Ban Display" on September 18, featuring a monocular heads-up display (HUD) and a surface electromyography (sEMG) wristband for text input without a physical keyboard [2][8]. Group 1: Product Features - The smart glasses will include a fixed HUD display visible only in the user's right eye, primarily for Meta AI functions and walking navigation [2]. - The sEMG wristband allows users to input letters by sliding their fingers on any physical surface, enhancing user interaction [2]. - The glasses will weigh 70 grams, which is 40% heavier than the current Ray-Ban Meta glasses that weigh 50 grams [3]. Group 2: Pricing and Market Position - The starting price for the new smart glasses is set at $800 [3][8]. - The design of the glasses will closely resemble the existing Ray-Ban Meta, focusing on delivering "glanceable" information such as time, weather, notifications, and photo previews [8]. Group 3: Brand Collaboration - The decision to brand the product under Ray-Ban was unexpected, as previous reports indicated potential standalone release due to design challenges [9][10]. - Meta's investment of €3 billion for a 3% stake in EssilorLuxottica, the parent company of Ray-Ban, is likely to enhance consumer appeal and provide access to a vast retail network [11].