Meta launches Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 with smartglasses improvements: longer battery life, 3K video, and customizable frames.

Meta officially unveiled the second-generation Ray-Ban Meta, the evolution of its smart glasses developed in collaboration with Ray-Ban, some of the world's best-selling artificial intelligence glasses.

The new model seeks to consolidate that position with improvements in autonomy, video quality, real-time translation, and customization options.

The Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 sunglasses practically double the battery life of their predecessor . On a full charge, they provide up to eight hours of normal use. They also allow you to recharge the battery to 50% in just 20 minutes.

The included case adds up to 48 hours of extra power , reducing the need to frequently plug them into a power outlet and expanding their capabilities for extended activities, Meta notes.

The headset's camera now records in 3K Ultra HD, with Ultra Wide HDR and up to 60 frames per second , offering twice the number of pixels compared to the first generation, allowing for sharper, smoother images.

Meta also confirmed that, before the end of the year, the glasses will receive an update that will incorporate hyperlapse and slow motion modes for hands-free recording.

Among Meta AI's new features is "conversation focus," a tool that uses open-ear speakers to amplify the voice of the person interacting with, reducing interference from ambient noise in crowded spaces like restaurants, parks, or coffee shops. This feature will be available soon through a software update for both the Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley Meta HSTN, the company confirmed.

Regarding live translation, the system adds support for German and Portuguese, expanding the list to six languages. The service even works in airplane mode, provided the language packs are previously downloaded to the device.

With this new generation, Meta expands its glasses to more markets. They are available in Switzerland and the Netherlands, and the company confirmed that they will soon be available in Brazil.

The Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 maintains the classic Wayfarer, Skyler, and Headliner designs, adding new style and color combinations. Three seasonal shades are also available for a limited time. The company aims to help users adapt the glasses to their everyday style, integrating them as a technological and fashion accessory.

The Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 launch price starts at US$379 (from 1'472.000 pesos).

*This content was written with the assistance of artificial intelligence, based on information from Meta. It was also reviewed by the journalist and an editor.