Ray-Ban and Oakley Smart Glasses With Built-In AI Launch in the Philippines

Smart glasses that take calls, translate text and answer questions are now on sale in the Philippines. Ray-Ban and Oakley glasses with Meta's built-in AI went on sale on November 10. Suggested entry prices run from PHP 34,149 to PHP 42,661, so this is a big purchase to think over.

What they do

Say "Hey, Meta" and the glasses wake up. You can ask about traffic, the nearest restaurant or the distance between two points. You can ask for a Spotify playlist, have text in front of you translated, or ask the glasses to describe what you are looking at.

The Ray-Ban models share a 3K Ultra HD camera, a six-array microphone, flexible temple tips and a battery rated for nine hours. The makers also point to hands-free calls and taking photos without reaching for your phone.

Models and prices

There are four lines in this launch. Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 3) comes in Aviator, Wayfarer and Zena styles. Zena is aimed at younger users. Ray-Ban Meta Optics (Gen 2) is for prescription lenses, in Blayzer Optics and Scriber Optics.

Oakley has two models. Meta Vanguard is built for athletes. It works with fitness apps like Strava and Garmin and with cycling helmets, and the frame resists dust and water. Meta HSTN is more of a lifestyle pair, with a 3K Ultra HD camera and open-ear speakers in the frame. Suggested entry prices:

• Oakley Meta HSTN: PHP 34,149
• Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 3): PHP 34,933
• Ray-Ban Meta Optics (Gen 2): PHP 36,501
• Oakley Meta Vanguard: PHP 42,661

Where to try them

Both brands are running experience zones and pop-ups starting November 10. Oakley is at Greenhills Mall in San Juan. Ray-Ban is at the Fashion Hall in SM Megamall in Mandaluyong. Ray-Ban Meta is also sold nationwide at authorized Ray-Ban dealers. An EssilorLuxottica executive urged shoppers to try on a pair and feel the difference.

What is not clear

These are called entry prices, and the source text cuts off before explaining how final retail prices may differ. It also does not say where Oakley models are sold beyond the pop-up, or how the AI features handle privacy. Check those details with a seller before buying.