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Meta opens ray-ban display glasses to third-party app developers

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Meta announced Thursday that it is opening its Ray-Ban Display glasses to third-party developers for apps and games. The move expands options for the $800 device introduced last fall.

Meta is allowing developers to create experiences that use the glasses' display and Neural Band controller. Apps can connect to existing iOS or Android mobile apps or run as web apps, the company said in an update posted on May 14. Early examples include glanceable tools such as an interactive film-development guide and simple games like chess and snake.

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Initial reactions on X to Meta opening Ray-Ban Display glasses to third-party developers highlight enthusiasm from Meta teams and developers about web and mobile app building opportunities using HTML, CSS, JS, and SDKs for hands-free experiences. Some users share excitement over potential games and overlays, while one developer notes technical limitations in the web engine like lack of IndexedDB or modern APIs. Posts emphasize innovation in wearable computing with mixed practical feedback.

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Meta removes face-recognition code from smart glasses app

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Meta has deleted unreleased facial recognition code from its Meta AI app, which powers smart glasses made with Ray-Ban and Oakley. The move came one day after WIRED reported the discovery of the dormant system. The app is installed on more than 50 million phones.

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Apple is testing at least four different frame styles for upcoming smart glasses to rival Meta's Ray-Bans, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The designs include rectangular and oval options in various colors. An announcement could come as early as late 2026, with a release in 2027.

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