Meta Connect 2025 — Hypernova smart glasses, Meta AI & metaverse updates

Meta Connect (Sept 17–18) looks set to focus on next‑gen smart glasses, AI, and metaverse updates. Here’s a closer look at what to expect.

Smart glasses: “Hypernova” / Meta Ray‑Ban Display

Meta is expected to unveil its next‑generation smart glasses (codenamed “Hypernova”) — the first Ray‑Ban‑branded consumer glasses from Meta with a small one‑sided display for notifications and previews, paired with a gesture‑controlling wristband. Reported price: around $800. Browse related products: Ray-Ban smart glasses on Amazon.

Oakley and other third‑party glasses

Leaks suggest a new Oakley Sphaera‑based model (likely without a display) and updated Ray‑Ban non‑display frames. Possible third‑party integrations could open developer access to the platform. Search: Oakley smart glasses on Amazon.

Meta AI

AI will be front and center: new Meta AI features across apps and potentially on glasses. Expect updates on character‑driven chatbots, Llama model progress, and Meta’s broader AI strategy.

Metaverse & VR

Look for software updates for Horizon Worlds, possible demos of holographic Codec avatars, and news about third‑party Horizon OS headsets (ASUS, Lenovo, Xbox partners).

Which announcement are you most excited about — smart glasses, AI features, or metaverse/VR updates? Let us know in the comments.

Note: This summary is based on pre‑event reports and leaks; official details will be revealed at Meta Connect.