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| Ray-Ban Meta Audio | 360 | |
|---|---|---|
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
| Compatibility | Needs the Meta AI app, a Meta account and internet access; phones on iOS 17+ or Android 10+ (MobiDevices). No camera, so camera-based Meta AI features (multimodal AI, Live AI) are not available; Meta AI chat and translation are, plus WhatsApp and Spotify (Ray-Ban). Launch markets: US (shipping 2026-10-13), UK and Europe. | Works with Apple devices (one-touch pairing, Automatic Switching, Audio Sharing; Find My needs iOS 27 or later) and Android (Beats app needs Android 15 or later with Google Play Services; Fast Pair, Audio switch, Find Hub). Sold in the US and 100+ countries and regions. |
| Environmental | — | 80% recycled plastic in several components (ear cups, speaker enclosure, internal parts); 100% recycled rare earth elements in all magnets; packaging is 100% plant-based material from recycled fiber and/or sustainable forests (Beats) |
| Launch Price (USD) | $349 | $349.99 |
| Models | RW7004 (Clubmaster), RW7005 (Burbank) | A3577 |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦488,600 (estimate, converted from US launch price) | ₦490,000 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
| TESTS | ||
| Battery Endurance | Up to 12 h of listening, calls and Meta AI use on a single charge, plus up to 48 h more from the included charging case (60 h total) (Meta manufacturer figures) | Up to 32 h with ANC and Personalized Spatial Audio on; up to 32 h with Adaptive EQ (ANC and Transparency off); up to 24 h in Transparency mode; Fast Fuel: 5 min charge = up to 1 h of playback (Beats manufacturer figures). Engadget review: 47% battery left after 24 h of use |
| PRODUCT OVERVIEW | ||
| Brand | Meta | Beats |
| Category | Audio AI glasses with open-ear speakers (no camera) | Over-ear wireless headphones |
| Launch Date | September 23, 2026 | September 22, 2026 |
| Model Name | Ray-Ban Meta Audio | 360 |
| Price | $349 (US launch) | $349.99 (US launch) |
| AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm |
| Driver Type | Open-ear speakers | Custom-designed dual-magnet dynamic driver with three-layer diaphragm |
| Sound Features | Dolby Atmos support | Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking, Dolby Atmos, Adaptive EQ, custom high dynamic range amplifier |
| FEATURES AND SOFTWARE | ||
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | No (open-ear speakers) | Yes, up to 1.75x more noise cancellation than Beats Studio Pro |
| App Support | — | Beats app (Android 15 or later required on Android) |
| Customizable EQ | — | No (Adaptive EQ only; no user EQ controls in the Beats app) |
| Sound Modes | — | Active Noise Cancelling, Transparency, Adaptive EQ (when ANC and Transparency are off) |
| Touch Controls | Swipe on the right arm to adjust volume; button to access Meta AI | No touch controls; physical buttons (right earcup: volume up/down and play/pause; left earcup: power and listening mode) |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | — | Yes (Transparency mode) |
| Voice Assistant Support | Meta AI, hands-free with "Hey Meta" | "Hey Siri" on Apple devices; voice assistant access on Android |
| CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION | ||
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 (Class 1) |
| Range | — | Class 1 Bluetooth (extended range) |
| Supported Codecs | — | SBC, AAC |
| Wired Mode | — | No wired audio; USB-C port is for charging |
| BUILD AND DESIGN | ||
| Colors Available | 23 color and lens combinations across the Clubmaster and Burbank styles | Black, Cloud, Pink, Sky |
| Dimensions | — | 165.5 mm (W) x 87.1 mm (D) x 191.3 mm (H) |
| Form Factor | Glasses in two styles, Clubmaster and Burbank; compatible with a wide range of optical prescriptions | Over-ear, fold-flat design with interchangeable ear and headband cushions |
| Ingress Protection | IPX4 | IPX4 (sweat and water resistant) |
| Materials | — | Memory foam cushions with Performance Knit (diamond-knit) or UltraPlush (engineered leather) covers; 80% recycled plastic in multiple components; 100% recycled rare earth elements in all magnets |
| Weight | 43 g | 294.5 g |
| BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING | ||
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Fast Charging | — | Fast Fuel: 5-minute charge gives up to 1 hour of playback |
| Total Playtime | Up to 12 hours on a single charge, plus up to an additional 48 hours from the included charging case | Up to 32 hours (ANC and Personalized Spatial Audio on); up to 24 hours in Transparency mode |
| MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES | ||
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes |
| Mic Count | 6 | 9 |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | 6-mic array with advanced wind noise reduction | Digital MEMS microphones: 8 for Active Noise Cancellation and 3 for voice pickup |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | "Hey Meta" wake word or action button on the right temple | Always-on "Hey Siri" (Apple devices); press and hold on-device button for voice assistant |
| BOX CONTENTS | ||
| Charging Cable | — | Not included (sold separately) |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | Not applicable (glasses with open-ear speakers) | Not applicable (over-ear headphones) |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Charging case | Woven ripstop fabric carrying case |
| Included Items | Ray-Ban Meta Audio glasses, charging case | Beats 360 headphones with color-matched Performance Knit cushions, woven ripstop fabric carrying case, Quick Start Guide, documentation (USB-C charging cable and power adapter sold separately) |
| Main Device | Ray-Ban Meta Audio glasses | Beats 360 headphones with interchangeable, color-matched Performance Knit cushions |
| User Manual | — | Quick Start Guide |
| Warranty Card | — | Yes |
| COMPATIBILITY | ||
| Operating Systems | iOS 17 or later, Android 10 or later | Apple platforms and Android |
| Supported Devices | — | Apple devices (one-touch pairing, Automatic Switching, Audio Sharing, Find My) and Android devices (Fast Pair, Audio switch, Find Hub) |
| KEY HIGHLIGHT | ||
| Highlight | Meta's first smart glasses without a camera, offering open-ear audio, calls and hands-free Meta AI for up to 12 hours on a single charge. | The first Beats over-ear headphone with interchangeable ear and headband cushions, rated IPX4 for sweat and water resistance. |