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Highlights
- The Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) takes a sensible leap ahead of the modern, available smart glasses by investing where it actually matters.
- Instead of chasing hype, it improves photo quality, extends overall battery life, keeps a cool classic look, and adds a treasure trove of features.
- Other features include a hands-free experience with the Meta assistant, Celebrity Voices of the AI, and a UPI-lite integration.
- On the 1st of December, 2025, Meta teamed up with Ray-Ban to launch upgraded smart glasses, Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2), in India.
Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2): A Practical, Feature-Rich Upgrade for India
The Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 packs a real punch, with better video quality, extended battery, beautiful designs, and improved regional language options for users. Instead of flashy tricks, the Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) version builds on the core features that determine whether the glasses actually function in day-to-day use. Priced from 39,900 INR, it is sold via Ray-Ban stores and major eye care shops across the country.
This model is aimed at users who want stylish shades, voice assistance, and easy, hands-free photo-taking.
What’s fresh: Real upgrades hidden inside
The most significant tweaks in Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) focus primarily on fixing issues users have with the camera system.
3K Ultra HD + Ultrawide HDR Video
Instead of just boosting the video quality, it now shoots in 3K Ultra HD plus ultrawide HDR. This duo delivers crisper images and more accurate colors than the last model. As fuzzy or faded videos make a gadget seem lacking, improved clarity and contrast mean recordings look good right from the get-go; there is no need for editing or hauling extra gear.
Longer Battery Life + Faster Charging
Battery performance was a big focus for the crew as well. Meta claims users can get close to 8 hours of battery life after a full charge, all thanks to a rapid-charging trick that adds nearly 50% in just under 20 minutes. Beyond the built-in cell, Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) comes with a portable charger case, boosting total uptime and providing around 2 days of reserve power when idle or under extended use.
This mix – a solid base runtime, speedy refills, plus a pack that doubles as a backup – really helps the specifications work better across entire days, ideal for folks filming off-the-cuff clips or riders logging their scenic commutes.
Future-Ready Updates: More Creative Tools Coming
Meta has hinted that fun photo tricks will grow gradually. Instead of just adding features at launch, things like hyperlapse clips or slowed-down videos should pop up later via updates. Since upgrades roll out through code, the gadget stays fresh longer. As long as Meta keeps pushing tweaks and squashing glitches, it will not feel outdated quickly.
Design: Timeless Ray-Ban Style with Smarter Engineering
Rather than dreaming up weird new frames, Ray-Ban and Meta stuck with styles folks are already wearing. The Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) comes in Wayfarer, Skyler, or Headliner styles, offering timeless, fresh, and athletic vibes. This move keeps things smooth; shoppers will not have to worry about looking too tech-heavy to use smart features. These shades act more like a regular part of the everyday outfit, blending in while still packing cool gadgets inside.
New Color Options:
The color and texture of Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) get the usual yearly update, just like most glasses brands do. This time around, there is Shiny Cosmic Blue, Shiny Mystic Violet, and Shiny Asteroid Grey—fresh picks sitting next to older favorites, so folks can pick something subtle or bold. If the glasses are meant to be worn daily, it is all about getting things right: lightweight for comfort, good-looking enough to show off, and strong enough to hold tech.
More intelligent Meta AI with local language support
So, what are the changes with software? Meta has added better AI links and a sharper eye for local needs. The company has expanded the intelligent assistant to make the Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) more intuitive, especially for Indian users.
Hands-Free “Hey Meta” Controls
Say “Hey Meta” to kick things off, get a premium, hands-free experience, and snap pics, record clips, play songs, or handle texts.
Conversation Focus
When it is loud, Conversation Focus kicks in, lifting the user’s voice over the ruckus so they are heard clearly.
Full Hindi Language Support
Another shiny new feature for Indian users is full Hindi voice help. With this, the assistant understands Hindi properly, and it responds in the language as well. So, folks who love speaking their native tongue need not switch to English to ask things. This makes talking to the assistant a lot more natural. With this feature, the glasses stop being some distant gadget and start to feel like part of daily life.
Celebrity AI Voices
Meta also rolled out Celebrity AI Voice for its helper tool, including Deepika Padukone’s tone right from the start. Though picking a famous voice doesn’t change much in terms of functionality, it is a nice touch as a new way to customize the user experience.
UPI-Lite Transactions and Some Final Thoughts
A standout addition for the Indian launch of the Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) is the UPI-Lite feature.
Just slip on the Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) glasses, spot a UPI QR code, and then say, “Hey Meta, scan and pay.” That is, as payments happen fast through the linked WhatsApp bank account. No fumbling around for tiny buys, and if the feature works without hiccups, even roadside stalls could feel futuristic.
Pricing & Availability
Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 hit stores in India on December 1, 2025, and is sold via Ray-Ban’s local outlets and top sunglasses shops; the entry version costs around 39,900 INR. The actual price tags, however, might shift due to add-ons like custom vision lenses, extra gear packs, or where the buyer is shopping.
Final Thoughts: A Smart Upgrade With Real-World Value
All in all, the glasses are absolutely feature-packed, and any user will benefit a lot from them. Still, since these glasses pack mics, cameras, and AI brains, users should carefully review the privacy fine print. Try them out if possible, and maybe check third-party feedback to see how they hold up outside the lab. When everything comes together, this version might shift perception from a quirky gadget to a genuine helper.
