Meta is gearing up to release Hypernova, its new flagship smart glasses featuring a built-in display in the right lens, gesture controls via wristband, improved camera, and custom Android OS, all expected to hit the market in late 2025. Meta Hypernova smart glasses mark a major step toward mainstream AR wearables. forbes
🔍 Key Features & Specs
- Monocular Display: Mini screen embedded in the lower‑right quadrant of the right lens—visible when looking down—showing apps, notifications, maps, and media
- Gesture & Touch Controls: Capacitive touch sensors on the temple arms + “Ceres” sEMG wristband for intuitive commands like pinch, swipe, DJwrist turn
- Upgraded Camera: Improved camera quality comparable to an iPhone 13, a jump from previous Ray‑Ban Meta specs
- Software & OS: Runs on a proprietary version of Android with a home‑screen dock UI—no third‑party app store, but supports Meta apps and notifications
💵 Pricing & Launch Timeline
- Price Range: Anticipated between US $1,000–1,400; significantly higher than the current $299 Ray‑Ban Meta
- Release Window: Expected to launch by late 2025, possibly unveiled at Meta Connect
🌍 Strategic Roadmap
- Product Hierarchy: Positioned as a premium mid-tier wearable—bridging current smart glasses and future full AR headsets (Orion/Artemis)
- Follow-up Versions:
- Hypernova 2 expected by 2027 with binocular (dual-lens) display.
- SUPERnova 2 (Oakley-branded) sports glasses without display for active lifestyles
📈 Broader Context
- Meta sold over 1 million Ray‑Ban smart glasses in 2024 and aims for rapid growth in AR wearables
- The Oakley Meta HSTN line, launching now, signals Meta’s continued innovation in smart eyewear ahead of Hypernova
✅ Why This Matters
| Feature | Why It Counts |
|---|---|
| Built-in Display | Brings app-driven AR to everyday wearables |
| Gesture Control | Intuitive hands-free operation |
| Premium Rails | Competitively priced for early adopters |
| AR Roadmap | Bridges current tech and future AR experiences |
