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Meta unveils its new Oakley Meta Vanguard smart glasses for athletes
Meta has unveiled the Oakley Meta Vanguard smart glasses for athletes at the Meta Connect 2025 event. Priced at $499 and launching on October 21, they offer 3K video capture, a 12MP camera, and up to 9 hours of battery life. Designed for comfort during physical activities, they integrate with Garmin smartwatches and Strava, and feature advanced audio and microphone capabilities for calls and AI interaction.
Key points
- Meta launched Oakley Meta Vanguard smart glasses targeting athletes.
- Price: $499, release date: October 21, 2025.
- Features a unified front lens, 3K video capture, and 12MP camera.
- Includes programmable button for custom AI prompts through the Meta AI app.
- Underneath button placement allows comfortable helmet wearing.
- Battery life: up to 9 hours, with 36 hours via charging case.
- Open-ear speakers are six decibels louder and they feature a 5-microphone array.
- IP67 dust and water resistance rating for extreme sports usage.
- Integrated with Garmin smartwatches and compatible with Strava for performance metrics overlay.
- Available in various colors and will initially be marketed in several countries.
Why it matters
- The introduction aligns with the growing trend of health and fitness tech in 2025.
- Reflects increased consumer interest in integrated smart wearables post-pandemic.
- Following Meta's recent advances in AR/VR technology, indicating a market shift towards practical applications.
- Anticipated competition with other major tech companies releasing smart glasses and fitness tech.
The Oakley Meta Vanguard smart glasses signify a strategic advancement for Meta in the athletic market, leveraging technology to enhance athletic performance while positioning themselves competitively among fitness and wearable tech trends.