AI on Your Face: How Meta Wants Glasses to Replace Phones

Meta has taken a bold step in wearable technology with the launch of its Ray-Ban Display AI glasses and the Neural Band wrist device, showcased at the company’s Connect conference.

The glasses, which look like ordinary eyewear, integrate an in-lens display, cameras, microphones, and speakers, enabling users to check messages, translate text, preview photos, or navigate without using a phone.

Paired with the Neural Band, which uses electromyography to read subtle muscle signals from finger movements, the device turns simple gestures into digital commands.

Meta says this technology stems from years of research tested with nearly 200,000 participants and could revolutionize accessibility for people with mobility challenges.

While the devices promise enhanced memory, communication, and seamless AI integration, experts caution about potential risks, particularly around distraction during tasks like driving.

The new products mark Meta’s latest push into AI wearables, competing with rivals like Rokid, which recently showcased AR-powered glasses. Retailing at $799, the Ray-Ban Display will launch in the U.S. on September 30, 2025, with expansions planned for Europe and Canada in 2026.