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Meta Launches AI-Powered Smart Glasses "Meta Glasses" in Japan, Developed in Collaboration with EssilorLuxottica

PLUS ULTRA by Amenoyomi

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Meta's AI-powered smart glasses "Meta Glasses," developed in collaboration with major eyewear manufacturer EssilorLuxottica, arrived in Japan on August 26, 2026.

The product is available in 3 styles: "Meta Adventurer," "Meta Fury," and "Meta Glasses by Kylie," depending on the frame shape. The "Meta Adventurer" reviewed this time features a sleek rectangular design.

An action button is located on the right temple, which can be customized via the Meta AI app on a smartphone for camera operations or summoning Meta AI. Additionally, speakers are placed at the bottom of both the left and right temples with 1 units each, allowing for AI voice playback and music.

The device weighs 23g, and due to the integrated electronics, it is designed to be slightly heavier than conventional glasses. The officially stated battery life is over 8 hours, and by using the dedicated folding charging case, it is possible to use it for over 40 hours. Charging is handled via a USB Type-C port.

The retail price starts from 50,000 600 yen (including tax) and is available at the Meta official store as well as on Amazon.co.jp.

PLUS ULTRAby Amenoyomi

By collaborating with major eyewear manufacturer EssilorLuxottica, Meta has focused on ensuring comfort for daily wear. The device weighs 23g, and while it is designed to be heavier than standard glasses due to the internal circuit boards and batteries, the shape has been refined for daily usability.

For controls, an action button is positioned at the base of the right temple. The functionality of this button can be customized through the Meta AI app on a smartphone, enabling intuitive access to AI features such as camera operation and summoning Meta AI. Furthermore, speakers are positioned at the bottom of both temples, creating a structure that efficiently handles AI voice responses and music playback.

To support long-term use, the power design combines the main unit with a charging case. While the device alone has a stated battery life of over 8 hours, using the folding charging case allows for a total of over 40 hours of use. The case features a design where the sides can be folded inward, making it compact and easy to carry even when the glasses are being worn and the case is empty.

Sources

  1. Meta独自のスマートグラス「Meta Glasses」フォトレビュー、本体のデザインからケース・付属品までチェック (GIGAZINE、2026-09-19)