Meta is preparing to announce a new version of its smart glasses on June 20, in cooperation with the famous sports brand Oakley (Oakley) in the first partnership between the two parties, after a previous cooperation with Ray-Ban. In an initial promotion of the product, Andrew Bosworth, Chief Technology Officer at Meta, posted a teaser video on the X platform showing only the two companies' logos without any details about the design or characteristics “The next development arrives on June 20,” Oakley posted on Instagram, sparking curiosity and speculation about the new product. Despite the absence of detailed information so far, it is expected that the glasses will carry an advanced sports character that focuses on physical performance and motor activities, which may attract a new category of users such as athletes and adventure enthusiasts.
Background
According to technical reports, Meta may adopt Oakley's Sphaera design, which is known among athletes for its durability and elegance of appearance. The glasses are also likely to come with an integrated front-facing camera, as well as audio technology that allows listening without the need to put headphones in the ear, to enhance the user experience in open spaces. This step is part of Meta's efforts to expand its presence in the wearables market by offering an integrated product that provides a seamless hands-free experience and eliminates the need to take the phone out of the pocket, giving the user a sense of immersion in the content..
Full Details
It is worth mentioning that both Oakley and Ray-Ban are owned by the Italian company EssilorLuxottica, which makes Meta's move to cooperate with Oakley a natural step within the same group, but directed to attract a new audience. The official unveiling of the glasses is expected on June 20, amid a state of great secrecy, while the promotional campaign confirms that the product will be ready for commercial launch, not just a prototype...
Key Takeaways
- According to technical reports, Meta may adopt Oakley's Sphaera design, which is known among athletes for its durability and elegance of appearance.
- The glasses are also likely to come with an integrated front-facing camera, as well as audio technology that allows listening without the need to put headphones in the ear, to enhance the user experience in open spaces.
- The official unveiling of the glasses is expected on June 20, amid a state of great secrecy, while the promotional campaign confirms that the product will be ready for commercial launch, not just a prototype...
As internet continues to evolve rapidly in 2026, all eyes remain on Meta to see what comes next. Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops.
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