I was in love with Metas most comfortable glasses ever, and then I saw the price tag

Date:
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 20:00:00 +0000

Description:
Meta just debuted a duo of new AI glasses styles in its Ray-Ban smart specs lineup, and theyre designed for folks who have prescriptions

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Meta has two new smart glasses on the way Blayzer and Scriber Optics shapes are designed for people who wear prescription lenses The glasses don't come cheap Meta just debuted a duo of new AI glasses styles in its Ray-Ban smart specs lineup, and theyre designed for folks who have prescriptions with designs aimed at all-day wear.

These new Blayzer and Scriber Optics shapes support nearly all prescriptions at launch (-6 to +6, with support for folks with astigmatism too) and according to Meta, theyre the companys most comfortable AI glasses yet with overextension hinges, interchangeable nose pads, and optician-adjustable temple tips which will all allow you get a more tailored fit from your smart specs. (Image credit: Meta / EssilorLuxottica) I already think the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses I own are comfy, but I do have a couple of fit tweaks I would make if I could the changeable nose pads, for example, would be a big help for making my specs fit better. The only downside is that these new glasses are a fair bit pricier than Metas standard Ray-Ban smart glasses Article continues below You may like Rokids new AI glasses are lighter, cheaper, and challenge Meta's Ray-Bans This new Meta Ray-Ban update would
have been perfect at the Winter Olympics The 5 best smart glasses from CES 2026, including the first with HDR10 The glasses are available right now in the US starting at $499, while in the UK and Australia, theyll launch on
April 14 for 429 / AU$709. Oh, and thats before you pay extra for your prescription lenses (which cost different amounts based on how strong your corrective lenses need to be), and for add-ons like them being transition lenses that go shaded when youre in bright light.

By choosing all of the most expensive options, I found a pair costing $1,024 on the US preorder page though it did seem you could get a pair in the $599 to $799 range if you dont go all-out and have less severe vision correction needs.

But hey, at least you get a unique Dark Brown charging case a change from
the tan and limited edition black cases weve seen previously. (Image credit: Meta / EssilorLuxottica) If youd rather splurge on Metas other glasses, a few new lens and frame options are on the way to those. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.

The Oakley Meta Vanguards are getting their first transition lenses, which is a massive win for the glasses, since their always shaded options werent ideal for darker days. Theyre being joined by Black and Rose Gold lenses too.

Meanwhile, the Oakley HSTN specs are getting Dark Golf and clear-to-brown transition lens options for you to choose from. (Image credit: Meta / EssilorLuxottica) Follow TechRadar on Google News and add us as a preferred source to get our expert news, reviews, and opinion in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button!

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