New Smart Glasses from Meta, Oakley May Launch This Week

Meta and Oakley are preparing to unveil a new line of smart glasses, with a formal announcement expected on June 20. A new Instagram account, @oakleymeta, posted a brief video teaser that ends with both the Meta and Oakley logos, signaling a collaboration. The post was reshared by Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Oakley, and the official Instagram handle, giving further weight to the upcoming launch.

The teaser has also made its way to Meta’s digital storefront, which now displays a banner that reads, "The next evolution arrives June 20," along with a prompt to subscribe for updates. This move hints at an imminent product release.

Reports suggest that the new glasses may be inspired by Oakley’s Sphaera frame. Unlike the Ray-Ban Meta glasses, which include a camera on the side, the Oakley model may place its camera at the center of the frame. This design choice points to a shift toward serving athletes, particularly cyclists, with action-oriented features—potentially putting the product in competition with devices like GoPro.

Oakley and Ray-Ban operate under the same corporate umbrella—EssilorLuxottica—making the partnership with Meta a logical extension. What distinguishes this collaboration is the apparent targeting of the sports-tech segment and the change in form factor to match high-movement use cases. The official reveal is scheduled for June 20.