Imagine spending years building cutting-edge tech, only for a live demo to crash because of spotty Wi-Fi. That’s exactly what happened to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg during the big reveal of the company’s latest Ray-Ban smart glasses at Meta Connect 2025. The $800 flagship model, the Ray-Ban Display glasses, stole the spotlight—but not in the way anyone expected.
Zuckerberg hit the stage Wednesday to showcase these high-tech shades. He teamed up virtually with chef Jack Mancuso for a fun cooking demo. The plan? Use the glasses’ built-in Meta AI to guide them through making a Korean-inspired steak sauce, step by step. But things quickly went south. The AI kept messing up, assuming ingredients were already mixed when they weren’t. It skipped steps and even repeated the same errors when they tried to restart. The crowd couldn’t help but laugh as Zuckerberg blamed “bad Wi-Fi” for the glitches.
“It’s all good,” Zuckerberg said with a chuckle, trying to play it cool. “The irony is you spend years making technology, and then the Wi-Fi on the day kinda catches you.” But the mishaps didn’t stop there. Later, he struggled to answer a video call using a new neural wristband paired with the glasses. The ringtone blared on endlessly as he fumbled multiple times before giving up, right in front of hundreds of attendees and live viewers.
Despite the onstage drama, Meta’s new smart glasses lineup looks promising. The company unveiled three models, all set to hit shelves on September 30. These Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses and Oakley Meta smart glasses promise hands-free photos, real-time translation, and smart AI assistance to make everyday life easier.
Let’s break down the stars of the show:
Ray-Ban Display Glasses ($799) – The Flagship Future-Proof Pick
This is Meta’s first consumer smart glasses with a built-in, see-through display right in the lens. It beams texts, maps, images, live captions, and real-time translations into your view—like sci-fi subtitles overlaying the real world. The screen is super bright at 5,000 nits and sharp at 42 pixels per degree, so it works even in sunlight. No more fumbling for your phone; just subtle finger gestures on the Neural Band wristband control everything by reading your muscle signals. Battery lasts about six hours on mixed use, and they come with Transitions lenses that adapt from clear to tinted. Early reviewers are raving, calling them “the best smart glasses yet” and saying they “feel like the future.”
Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 Glasses ($379) – Upgraded Everyday Essentials
An improved version of the original Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, these pack a 12-megapixel camera for 3K video at 60 frames per second. Battery life doubles to eight hours (plus 48 more from the case), and you get fresh color options like Cosmic Blue and Mystic Violet. Meta AI now “sees” what you see, giving real-time directions, handling conversations in noisy spots, and translating on the fly. Perfect for capturing moments without pulling out your device.
Oakley Meta Vanguard ($499) – Built for Adventure
For the active crowd, this sporty model is rugged and sweat-proof. It features a wide-angle 12-megapixel camera, five mics for clear audio, louder speakers, and fast charging that gets you to 50% in just 20 minutes. Whether you’re hiking or working out, these smart glasses keep up with your moves while delivering AI smarts like the others.
Zuckerberg’s demo might have flopped, but the buzz around these Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses is real. Tech fans are excited about how they blend style, smarts, and convenience. Will you grab a pair when they launch? Keep an eye on Meta’s innovations—they’re pushing the boundaries of wearable tech.
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