Meta unveiled the Ray-Ban Meta Audio glasses at Meta Connect 2026 on September 23, its first smart glasses model without any camera. Priced starting at $349 and shipping October 7, these glasses weigh roughly 42 grams and feature six microphones, integrated speakers, and the voice assistant Muse. An optional Hearing Enhancement mode is available for an additional $149, effectively turning the device into a hearing aid. Removing the camera addresses growing privacy concerns, particularly in Germany and across Europe where camera-equipped glasses have faced widespread backlash. The $349 price point positions this model below the camera-equipped versions and broadens its appeal beyond typical early adopters.
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