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| Ray-Ban Meta Audio | Nova | |
|---|---|---|
| LAUNCH DATE | ||
| Released | — | 2026-09-23 |
| Status | — | Available |
| 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. | — |
| Launch Price (USD) | $349 | $299 (US launch price) |
| Models | RW7004 (Clubmaster), RW7005 (Burbank) | — |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦488,600 (estimate, converted from US launch price) | ₦418,600 (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) | — |
| PRODUCT OVERVIEW | ||
| Brand | Meta | Meta |
| Category | Audio AI glasses with open-ear speakers (no camera) | AI glasses with open-ear speakers |
| Launch Date | September 23, 2026 | September 23, 2026 |
| Model Name | Ray-Ban Meta Audio | Nova |
| Price | $349 (US launch) | $299 (US launch) |
| AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Driver Type | Open-ear speakers | — |
| Sound Features | Dolby Atmos support | — |
| Speakers | — | Open-ear speakers |
| FEATURES AND SOFTWARE | ||
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | No (open-ear speakers) | — |
| Camera | — | 12 MP; Video: 3K |
| Storage | — | 32GB |
| Touch Controls | Swipe on the right arm to adjust volume; button to access Meta AI | — |
| Voice Assistant Support | Meta AI, hands-free with "Hey Meta" | Meta AI (built-in) |
| CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION | ||
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | — |
| BUILD AND DESIGN | ||
| Colors Available | 23 color and lens combinations across the Clubmaster and Burbank styles | Sandstone, Classic Black, Honey Tortoise, Sage |
| Form Factor | Glasses in two styles, Clubmaster and Burbank; compatible with a wide range of optical prescriptions | AI glasses (pantos frame) with open-ear audio |
| Ingress Protection | IPX4 | — |
| Materials | — | Pantos frame, 3-way adjustable nose pads, adjustable temple tips, overextension hinges |
| Weight | 43 g | — |
| BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING | ||
| Charging Port | USB-C | — |
| Total Playtime | Up to 12 hours on a single charge, plus up to an additional 48 hours from the included charging case | 8+ hours |
| MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES | ||
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | — |
| Mic Count | 6 | — |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | 6-mic array with advanced wind noise reduction | — |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | "Hey Meta" wake word or action button on the right temple | — |
| BOX CONTENTS | ||
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | Not applicable (glasses with open-ear speakers) | — |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Charging case | — |
| Included Items | Ray-Ban Meta Audio glasses, charging case | — |
| Main Device | Ray-Ban Meta Audio glasses | — |
| COMPATIBILITY | ||
| Operating Systems | iOS 17 or later, Android 10 or later | — |
| 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 Meta Nova are Meta-branded AI glasses with a pantos frame, a 12MP camera and 3K video recording. |