Ray-Ban Meta Gen 3 Available Now at $449: Aviator Frames, 12MP Camera, 9-Hour Battery

Ray-Ban Meta Gen 3 is available for purchase today, one day after Mark Zuckerberg unveiled it at Meta Connect 2026. The third-generation smart glasses start at $449 — a $70 increase over Gen 2's $379 launch price.

What's New in Gen 3

• Three frame styles: Aviator (new), Wayfarer (updated), and Zena — a cat-eye design new to the lineup — across 27 color and lens combinations
• 12MP camera: Shoots 3K Ultra HD video with dynamic photos that let you pick the best frame after capture
• 9-hour battery: One hour longer than Gen 2's eight-hour rating
• Action button: A new customizable physical button for instant Meta AI access
• Dolby Atmos 360: Captures video with spatial audio — a first for any consumer smart glasses
• Slimmer frames: Professional-adjustable temple tips for a better fit

Should You Upgrade from Gen 2?

If you own Gen 2 Ray-Ban Meta glasses and are happy with them, the Gen 3 upgrade is incremental: slightly better battery, a new frame option, and the action button. If you've been waiting to buy your first pair, Gen 3 is the best smart glasses available today. Watch for Gen 2 price drops at retailers.

Read our full analysis: Should You Upgrade or Buy Gen 2 on Sale?