Just hours before Connect 2025 kicks off, a new leak has shown Meta’s upcoming Ray-Ban Display glasses working in tandem with an sEMG wristband, revealing more than Meta likely intended.
Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses blend HUD with gesture control
Forget basic smart lenses, these new Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses are taking a sharper turn into AR territory. A leaked promotional video reveals a heads-up display built directly into the right lens, paired with a surface electromyography (sEMG) wristband for hands-free interaction.
The display appears fixed at the center of the wearer’s right eye, and a camera is mounted above it on the frame. The user in the video navigates messages, maps, and even live information about their surroundings just by tapping and swiping on a physical surface. Meta AI quietly does the heavy lifting in the background, handling contextual data and directions.
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Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses get a functional preview before launch
The promo doesn’t just show the look, it shows actual use. Instead of flashy tech jargon, the footage focuses on everyday moments: a message reply, a navigation prompt, a live label for a shop in view. It’s subtle, but it suggests Meta is aiming to fold AI tools into regular routines.
This latest model marks Meta’s first stab at a built-in display for its Ray-Ban smart glasses lineup. Past leaks hinted at this direction, with renderings of both the glasses and wristband appearing back in July. A previous report in December confirmed Meta had been working on adding a display to its existing Ray-Ban tech.
Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses may come with a steep price
Although pricing hasn’t been officially confirmed, reports peg the cost at around $800. That puts it squarely in premium territory, especially for a product not intended for full VR or MR use. Still, with Meta AI integration and gesture control, the feature set could justify it for early adopters.
Here’s what the leaked video revealed:
- Heads-up display fixed to the right lens
- Onboard camera above the HUD
- Gesture control via sEMG wristband
- Message reply with wrist swipes
- Meta AI-enabled navigation and visual context
These glasses launch as rivals circle
Timing, as always, is no accident. Meta Connect 2025 goes live September 17. But Meta may not be alone in the spotlight. Rumors suggest Valve could drop its Steam Frame VR headset tomorrow as well. The company has done this before launching the Index, right as Meta was unveiling new Oculus gear.
This time, Meta’s betting on something lighter, more wearable, and wired into everyday life. If the leak’s anything to go by, it’s already working.
