New York Post Composite The sun is starting to come out, and naturally, you might be thinking about swapping out your wardrobe for a seasonal refresh.
Perhaps, you’re eyeing a new pair of sunglasses. Transitional shades are a no-brainer for Spring, but one specific set on lenses is racking up attention: the smart kind. Ray-Ban Meta Glasses are currently on sale for 25% off on Amazon, and thousands of shoppers are flocking to get their hands on their own pair.
Our editors have run, raved and roadtripped in these trendy wearables that can be used for anything from taking calls and listening to music to setting daily reminders, translating languages and, of course, snapping photos and videos totally hands-free.
Smart glasses feel like a smart investment any time of year — but with the temps warming up and plans finally pulling us off the couch, they make it a whole lot easier to capture those moments and memories as they happen.
Meta’s first-generation shades offer an array of handy features, with AI built right into the glasses so you can ask them for answers to your everyday questions — think ‘How much time until my next meeting?’ or ‘What’s the weather going to be like?’. They can even provide directions and context to analyze your surroundings. Plus, they offer a convenient live-translation mode, ideal for travel.
Our editors are especially impressed with the ultra-wide 12 MP camera and five-mic system, which lets users go totally hands-free while capturing their POV. If you want to be able to leave your phone behind, but don’t want to miss the memory, these glasses are the way to go. And, the photos and videos come out impressively stable and crisp.
The Ray-Ban Wayfarer shades boast that classic everyday style, with options for regular or wide frames for a more secure fit — so you can take these glasses everywhere, from outdoor adventures to concerts and travel. They’re currently on sale in both matte and shiny black, with different lens options, too.
Meta introduced the Oakley Vanguards as “advanced AI glasses for athletes,” standing out with a rugged design and enhanced audio and camera performance.
The upgraded Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer Gen 2 features better battery life and an improved camera from the first-generation Wayfarer Smart Glasses.
Check out the Carrera Smart Glasses with Alexa — sleek shades that double as your personal assistant. Ask, play, or control your smart home, all hands-free while looking effortlessly cool.
This article was written by Miska Salemann, New York Post Commerce Writer/Reporter. As a health-forward member of Gen Z, Miska seeks out experts to weigh in on the benefits, safety and designs of both trending and tried-and-true fitness equipment, workout clothing, dietary supplements and more. Taking matters into her own hands, Miska intrepidly tests wellness products, ranging from Bryan Johnson’s Blueprint Longevity Mix to the viral Oura Ring to Jennifer Aniston’s favorite workout platform – often with her adorable toddler by her side. Before joining The Post, Miska covered lifestyle and consumer topics for the U.S. Sun and The Cannon Beach Gazette.
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