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Hands-free calling and messaging: Stay connected, stay present

Call, message and share from your glasses – wherever life takes you. Hands-free features in AI glasses from Meta make it effortless to connect with those who matter.

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Stay connected, your way

Stay present while keeping people close. Call, message and share across WhatsApp, Messenger, Instagram and your phone – entirely hands-free. From a morning run to a family trip, stay connected without stepping out of the moment.

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Voice-activated controls

Connect hands-free, wherever you are

Capture and share a sunset, call a friend, send a quick text message – without lifting a finger. Just say "Hey Meta" and your voice does the rest, from WhatsApp calls to Instagram posts.

Hands-free audio calling

Take the call from your glasses

Mid-ride, mid-recipe, mid-adventure – pick up without pulling out your phone. Place and answer calls on WhatsApp, Messenger, Instagram or your phone with just your voice.

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Hands-free messaging

Let your voice do the typing

Running late? Just say it. Dictate messages on WhatsApp, Messenger, Instagram or text – hands-free. On Meta Ray-Ban Display, preview what you're sending and see photos and videos in-lens.

Hands-free capture and share

Share your POV effortlessly

See something worth sharing? Snap a photo or video with your voice and post it straight to your Instagram story or share to your family group chat – exactly as you saw it.

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Video calling

Show your world, hands-free

Need a second opinion at the store? Want to share the view from the trail? Go hands-free on WhatsApp, Messenger or Instagram. On Meta Ray-Ban Display, see who you're talking to directly in-lens.

Incoming call and message alerts

Never miss a beat, hands-free

A gentle audio cue lets you know who's calling or texting – so you can decide to answer, reply or stay in the flow without breaking stride.

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Voice messaging on the go

Say it your way

Some things are better said than typed. Record and send voice messages as you walk, ride or explore – personal, expressive and effortless.

Open-ear audio and multi-microphones

Tune in without tuning out

AI glasses from Meta enhance accessibility. Hear your call while staying aware of your surroundings – open-ear speakers keep you tuned in to both. The multi-mic arrays on AI glasses filter out background noise so that you always sound your best on calls.

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Frequently asked questions

How do voice commands work on AI glasses from Meta?

Voice commands on the glasses work in two simple steps. First, activate the assistant by saying "Hey Meta" or by tapping the frame. You can also tap and hold the touchpad to start a conversation. Once the assistant is active, just say what you want to do, such as "take a picture" or "pause the music", and Meta AI will perform the action.

AI glasses from Meta pair with your phone to let you take calls, send and receive messages, listen to music and capture high-quality photos and videos – all through discreet open-ear speakers, the built-in camera and voice controls. With the "Hey Meta" command, you can ask Meta AI for answers, suggestions, reminders and more, making it easy to stay present while staying connected.

Yes. You can snap photos and record videos using just your voice. Use simple commands such as "Hey Meta, take a photo" or "Hey Meta, start recording" to capture the moment from your point of view, hands-free.

You can play, pause, skip tracks or adjust volume using simple "Hey Meta" voice commands for a seamless, hands-free experience. Alternatively, you can use tap or swipe gestures on the touchpad of your glasses to adjust volume and control audio.

Yes. You can make hands-free calls and send messages on WhatsApp, Messenger or Instagram by using simple voice commands. Just say, "Hey Meta, call [name]" or "Hey Meta, send a message to [name]". It's a simple way to stay connected without reaching for your phone.

Battery life depends on the glasses model. Ray-Ban Meta (1st generation) offers up to four hours, while Ray-Ban Meta (2nd generation) supports up to eight hours of use. Oakley Meta HSTN lasts up to eight hours of typical use or five hours of continuous audio. Oakley Meta Vanguard delivers up to 9 hours of typical use or 6 hours of continuous audio.

Visit the Meta Help Centre 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.