Ray-Ban Meta Glasses, Wayfarer

First off, these glasses are SPECTACULAR! Simple setup, rugged frame, they are gorgeous, a tad chunky, a tad overweight, but, then again, in America, who isn’t ! I strongly recommend these glasses. They perform as advertised. The battery life is marginal but vastly improves if you disable the "Hey Meta?" cue. Most of us own smart phones and smart watches so that cue is not needed anyway. Most folks are buying this device simply to take pictures and videos from a POV perspective. This feat can be accomplished with the simple, manual press of a button on the eyeglass frame. If you need to summon an AI to ask questions simply use Siri or the AI of your choice on your smart phone or smart watch. With Hey Meta disabled, you will easily be able to get 8-10 hours of battery life on one full charge. That is, if you are only taking a reasonable amount of photos and short videos. Realistically, I doubt if anyone is taking 500 photos, or 100, 60 to 90 second videos in rapid succession with these glasses. This will surely drain the battery within four hours. In summary, if you only want the battery to last for four hours, leave all the features on and have a blast. If you want the battery to last all day, simply disable the Meta-AI cue and party on!

I’ve been using the Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer smart glasses for a few weeks now, and I’m genuinely impressed. They combine the classic, iconic Ray-Ban design with surprisingly powerful tech—perfect for anyone who wants hands-free functionality without sacrificing style.The photo and video quality from the built-in camera is excellent for everyday use—crisp 12MP photos and smooth 1080p video, perfect for capturing moments without pulling out my phone. The open-ear audio is surprisingly clear, and I can enjoy music or take calls while still hearing what’s going on around me, which is great for walks or commutes.One of the standout features is Meta AI integration—being able to use voice commands to take a picture or send a message feels futuristic and super convenient. The touch controls on the frames are responsive and intuitive, and the included charging case keeps the glasses powered up with minimal effort.If you’re looking for smart glasses that don’t look like smart glasses, this is the perfect blend of fashion and function. Highly recommended for content creators, tech enthusiasts, or anyone who wants to elevate their everyday eyewear!

The media could not be loaded. I recently purchased two pairs of Ray-Ban Meta glasses—one with transition lenses and one with polarized lenses—and they’ve been a game changer for my daily life and content creation. Here’s a breakdown of my experience with both pairs and their features:What I Loved• Hands-Free Content Creation: These glasses have made it incredibly easy to record high-quality videos while keeping my hands free. As a content creator, I love giving my audience a first-person view of what I’m doing, and the ease of snapping photos or shooting videos on the go is unmatched.• Stylish and Discreet Design: The Wayfarer style is a timeless classic, and over 99% of people won’t even realize these are smart glasses. I get all the benefits of advanced tech without sacrificing style.• Polarized Lens Quality: The clarity of the polarized lenses is unreal. They block out the sun beautifully, especially in Florida’s intense sunlight, and make driving feel sharper and more vibrant.• Immersive Sound Quality: Listening to music and taking calls without earbuds is an incredible experience. The sound is immersive, theater-like, and subtle enough that people nearby won’t hear it. I even had a crystal-clear call with my dad, and he had no idea I was using glasses for audio!The Cons• Transition Lenses Fall Short Outdoors: While they’re great indoors, the transition lenses don’t adapt quickly enough to the Florida sun and don’t block out glare as effectively as polarized lenses. If you need strong sun protection, go for the polarized option.• “Hey Meta” Feature is a Letdown: This was the biggest disappointment. The voice assistant is unreliable and drains the battery rapidly. For example, when I asked it to delete a video, it looped endlessly without actually doing it. It also struggled with recognizing objects—I asked about a man-made mountain, and it gave me a completely inaccurate answer. I’ve since turned this feature off.• Battery Life with “Hey Meta”: With the assistant on, the battery drained by 10% for a 3-minute video. Turning it off drastically improved performance—only 1% battery drain for the same recording length. If you want the glasses to last all day, keep “Hey Meta” off.• Fit Needed Adjustments: Out of the box, the glasses were slightly heavy and slid down my nose. Adding nose pads resolved the issue and made them much more comfortable for extended wear.Overall ThoughtsThese glasses excel in hands-free convenience, exceptional call quality, and immersive sound, all wrapped in a stylish, discreet design. While the “Hey Meta” feature fell short and the battery life could be better with it enabled, turning it off made a world of difference.If you’re looking for stylish smart glasses that deliver high-quality content creation and audio, I highly recommend these—especially the polarized lenses. They’ve exceeded my expectations in so many ways and are now a daily essential for me!