Meta and Ray-Ban launch smart glasses in the UAE

Meta Platforms, Inc. and EssilorLuxottica have officially launched the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses in the United Arab Emirates, unveiling the new tech-forward eyewear during an exclusive event on May 7 at Gitano Beach Club.

The collection will be available across all Ray-Ban stores and partner opticians in the UAE starting May 12.

Ray-Ban Meta glasses combine stylish design with cutting-edge technology, offering users hands-free photo and video capture, discreet audio playback through open-ear speakers, and access to built-in Meta AI.

The glasses allow for real-time translations—including sign language—voice-activated search, and contextual AR experiences such as landmark information, menu translations, or recipe suggestions based on visible items.

A standout feature is the livestreaming function, enabling users to broadcast directly to Instagram Live or Facebook Live for up to 30 minutes from their own point of view.

Users can toggle between the glasses and their phone camera, creating immersive, real-time content. The MetaAI companion app (iOS and Android) also supports easy content import, editing, and special effects.

The glasses include five microphones and upgraded audio hardware for clearer sound and ambient awareness.

Live language translation support—covering Spanish, French, Italian, and English—even while offline—is expected to launch in the UAE later this year. Software updates will continue enhancing the glasses’ AI capabilities over time.

Offered in styles such as Wayfarer, Wayfarer Large, and the universally fitting Skyler, Ray-Ban Meta glasses are available with prescription, sun, clear, polarised, or Transitions® lenses.

Prices start at AED 1,330 and include a sleek charging case. The glasses support pairing with multiple devices and offer a blend of fashion, function, and future-ready innovation.

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