Meta mentioned Friday it has teamed up with Oakley to launch AI-powered good glasses, increasing its push into wearable tech after the success of Ray-Ban Meta glasses.
The social media firm is increasing its partnership with Oakley and Ray-Ban-parent EssilorLuxottica amid rising client curiosity in AI-powered wearable gadgets.
Meta has offered hundreds of thousands of Ray-Ban Meta glasses since their launch and mentioned its “Oakley Meta HSTN” will characteristic a hands-free high-resolution digital camera, open-ear audio system, water resistance and Meta AI capabilities.
The limited-edition product can be accessible for preorder beginning July 11 at $499, with further merchandise beginning at $399 launching later this summer time.
Meta mentioned the product line would roll out in North America, Australia and several other European international locations, with plans to broaden to Mexico, India and the United Arab Emirates by the year-end.
The Oakley Meta HSTN will debut this month at a number of main sporting occasions together with Fanatics Fest and UFC Worldwide Combat Week.
Smaller rival Snap mentioned earlier this month it could launch its good glasses, known as Specs, for customers subsequent yr.
Firms akin to Google are additionally exploring related investments.
