The Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses Gen 2 were announced at Meta Connect this month. They are the second-most exciting product from Meta, following the Ray-Ban Display, which features a screen.
The Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses Gen 2 start at $379. They are considered the best pair of Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses without a screen, despite being the second-most exciting announcement.
The key updates in the Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 include improved battery life and video recording capabilities. The glasses maintain the same size and features as the original version, with a slight increase in weight.
What’s new in Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses Gen 2?
The battery life is now rated for about 8 hours of general use, doubling the previous model’s capacity. The charging case also sees an increase from 32 hours to 48 hours of battery life.
The video recording resolution has been upgraded to 3K, with a new 60 fps option available when recording in 1080p. However, the still photo capabilities remain unchanged at 12 megapixels.
Battery performance varies based on usage. The glasses can last about 5 hours when used for audio streaming, an improvement over the first generation.
For calls, the battery shows minimal drain, maintaining 96% after a 32-minute call. The overall battery life is better than the first-gen model.
Should you upgrade?
The Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 offers improvements in video quality and battery life. If these features are important, upgrading may be beneficial. However, if current performance meets your needs, there may be no urgency to purchase.
Connectivity features remain the same, with limited integration for messaging and calls. Users must link their Instagram or WhatsApp accounts for voice assistant functionalities.
“The second-gen glasses aren’t groundbreaking, but they’re improved.”
— Raymond Wong, Gizmodo
