AI glasses empower people who are blind or low-vision
Experience your world at your pace with AI glasses that help you navigate, connect and live more independently
Confidence in every step
AI glasses can help make everyday life easier for people who are blind or visually impaired. With Meta AI built in, Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley Meta glasses become a hands-free companion, describing surroundings, reading text, identifying objects and connecting you to real-time help, so you can move through life with greater independence.
In partnership with Be My Eyes
Never face a task alone. AI glasses can connect you hands-free to sighted volunteers through the Be My Eyes network, available across 21 global markets worldwide. Simply say “Hey Meta, Be My Eyes” to start a call, and volunteers can help you with tasks like choosing an outfit or adjusting a thermostat.
Get detailed descriptions of what’s in front of you by enabling Detailed Responses with Meta AI
Detailed Responses is a Meta AI accessibility feature that provides richer, contextual audio descriptions of your surroundings. When enabled in the app, you can ask Meta AI to read a menu, describe what you’re seeing, including objects, colors and environmental details.
Share your POV, hands free
Stay connected on your terms. AI glasses let you share your point of view through hands-free video calls on Messenger and WhatsApp, using a built-in camera and multi-microphone array so trusted friends or family can see and hear whatever you’d like to share.
Send, listen and reply to voice messages hands-free
Listen to incoming messages on WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger or Instagram hands-free and reply instantly using your voice. Ask Meta to send or record voice messages up to one minute, so you stay connected without navigating a screen or keyboard.
Ask questions about your environment
Keep the chat going with Live AI. This feature enables a continuous, hands-free conversation with Meta AI, so there’s no need to repeat “Hey Meta.” Using the glasses’ camera, Meta AI understands your surroundings and offers real-time, context-aware help as you navigate tasks.
“I’ll use them as more of my eyes. I’ll ask the AI, ‘is my setting set to the right ISO, to the right aperture?’ Just [to] make sure my camera settings are what I believe and what I think I see.”
— James Rath, filmmaker and content creator who is blind
Find your perfect match
Frequently asked questions
What accessibility features are available for AI glasses from Meta?
AI glasses from Meta provide helpful utility to those with reduced vision and mobility by offering the ability to perform tasks hands-free that typically would require handling a phone. For instance, you can make an audio or video call, send a text message and take a photo all using your voice. People who are blind or low vision can use Meta AI to read text for them or describe what’s in front of them. You can even use your glasses to connect with the Be My Eyes network to get assistance from a sighted volunteer.
How can you call a Be My Eyes volunteer on AI glasses?
First, download the Be My Eyes app and log in as someone needing visual assistance. Connect your glasses to Be My Eyes in the Meta AI mobile app via Devices > Settings > Be My Eyes. Once connected, simply say, “Hey Meta, Be My Eyes”. You can also use the action button on Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses to make it even more seamless to call a volunteer. The sighted volunteer can see what your AI glasses camera captures and help with tasks like helping you navigate your surroundings.
What can you do with Meta AI on your glasses?
You can use Meta AI to answer questions in the moment, get local information, and express yourself hands-free, while also taking photos and videos, calling, messaging and controlling media and volume. You can activate Meta AI on your glasses by saying "Hey Meta," or by tapping and holding the touchpad on your glasses.
Can AI glasses be fitted with prescription lenses?
Most models are prescription-ready. All Ray-Ban Meta glasses and Oakley Meta HSTN support prescription lenses. Oakley Meta Vanguard does not support prescription lenses.
How do AI glasses protect my privacy while recording?
- You can manage or delete photos, videos and voice interactions anytime in the Meta View app or Account Center, or power down the glasses to ensure complete privacy. Check the Meta privacy page for more details.
What is the battery life of AI glasses by Meta?
Battery life depends on the glasses model. Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 1) offers up to 4 hours, while Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) supports up to 8 hours of use. Oakley Meta HSTN lasts up to 8 hours of typical use or 5 hours of continuous audio. Oakley Meta Vanguard delivers up to 9 hours of typical use or 6 hours of continuous audio.
Is the Meta AI mobile app compatible with operating system screen readers?
Yes. The app is compatible with iOS VoiceOver and Android TalkBack.
How can I control my phone with my AI glasses?
With Meta AI and simple voice commands, you can control your phone hands-free. Make calls, send messages, play music or even call a Be My Eyes volunteer for assistance, all without lifting a finger.
How much do Ray-Ban Meta glasses cost?
Ray-Ban Meta glasses and sunglasses (Gen 1 and Gen 2) range in price depending on the style. Specific lenses and prescriptions may cost more. Find the right pair for you by visiting our shop all page.
Where can I learn more about privacy and data?
Visit the Meta Help Center or your region’s Privacy page to learn how your media and data are stored and protected. These resources also explain cloud-based AI features and how you can manage and control your information.
Where can I keep up with the latest news on Accessibility?
You can visit our Newsroom. We share all our Accessibility work and announcements there.
I’m running into an issue. How do I flag this to the teams working on the product?
- Submit a bug report by following these instructions.
