Ray-Ban

Meta Ray-Ban prescription smart glasses open U.S. preorders at . Wearable AI moves from concept to mainstream consumer pricing. Prescription version removes key barrier, expanding addressable market to 166 million Americans needing vision correction.

Apple is reportedly testing four different smart-glass designs with premium materials, as the company prepares for AR glasses public reveal by end of 2026 and consumer availability in 2027. Meanwhile, Meta cuts Ray-Ban prescription glasses to $499, intensifying competition in wearable AI.