It’s no surprise that computing as we know it is going to fundamentally change over the next decade. Computers are getting thinner and smaller—what once required an entire room now fits in your palm. Phones, tablets and handheld devices have become our standard for communicating with each other and the world. That’s about to change.
I ordered the pair with my prescription lenses that transition into sunglasses in the sun, designed with the shiny black aesthetic Ray-Ban has perfected over decades. They look completely normal—until you realize what they can do.
What makes these glasses special
These aren’t just fashion accessories. They pack a camera that captures both photos and videos at the click of a button, plus a built-in speaker for music and notifications. When I hand them to people and play music, watching their confused faces is always entertaining. They can’t see the speakers, so they’re genuinely puzzled about where the sound is coming from.
Sure, the camera isn’t market-leading and the microphone is just good, not great. But having them on you constantly makes them incredibly convenient and fun to use. When recording, a light turns on so you’re not secretly filming anyone—a thoughtful privacy touch.
For notifications, the glasses connect to all your Meta accounts. They can read new messages aloud, let you send responses, and even go live—a genuinely cool experience.
The reality check
There’s one massive downside: battery life is, frankly, pathetic. I’ve run out of power countless times after minimal use. It’s genuinely frustrating. Video recording is capped at three minutes, which works fine for casual clips. For serious, high-quality content, you’ll still need your phone or a dedicated camera (remember those?). The glasses also aren’t water-resistant at all—definitely keep them dry.
Why this matters
Out of everything that amazes people about these glasses, the best feature might be the 32GB of storage. It seems like yesterday that the amount of storage required an entire room. Now it sits on my face.
Meta already has the next version available—a collaboration with Oakley for sunglasses-only models. I’ve been using these as my primary glasses and loving every minute. Nobody realizes they’re smart glasses until I mention it. They look like totally normal glasses, only cooler.
The bigger picture
These glasses represent something profound: the gradual shift away from handheld devices toward truly wearable computing. We’re witnessing the early stages of ambient technology that integrates seamlessly into our daily lives without the friction of constantly pulling out phones.
Yes, there are limitations. The battery life needs serious improvement, and the full AI capabilities aren’t globally available yet. But the core experience—having a capable camera, speaker, and connectivity literally on your face—points to where personal technology is heading.
Hillel FuldLike many first-generation products, these glasses aren’t perfect. But they’re affordable (depending on your configuration choice) and genuinely useful in ways that surprise you daily. They’re a glimpse into a future where the boundary between digital and physical continues to blur.
The future isn’t coming—it’s already here, sitting comfortably on the bridge of my nose.
