Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses Hit Record-Low Price at 25% Off

As of Dec. 22, Amazon has dropped the price of the first-generation Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses to a new all-time low of $246.75. This marks a 25% discount from the original $329 list price, saving you over $82, a record confirmed by price tracker CamelCamelCamel.

If you've been curious about smart glasses but put off by their often intimidating, 'techy' appearance, the Ray-Ban Meta offers the perfect entry point. They look identical to the classic Wayfarer sunglasses, allowing you to wear a powerful computer on your face without feeling like you are.

AI Assistant, Quality Audio, and a Creator's Tool

Tech expert and former Mashable editor Kimberly Gedeon described the glasses as a "useful extension of your phone." She was particularly impressed with the audio quality, noting that music sounds "rich, full, and smooth" through the discreet open-ear speakers.

The glasses feature built-in Meta AI, capable of answering questions and providing real-time translations between Spanish, French, and Italian, even without a WiFi connection. For content creation, they boast an ultra-wide 12 MP camera for photos and 1080p videos, complemented by a five-mic system for clear calls and direct livestreaming to Facebook and Instagram.

Gedeon offers one "golden rule" for owners: keep a close eye on the charging case. Since it's the only way to power up the glasses, losing it renders them effectively useless.

PRISM Insight: This aggressive discount on a first-generation product is more than a simple inventory clear-out. It's a strategic move by Meta to accelerate the adoption of AI-powered wearables, lowering the barrier to entry with a familiar form factor. By normalizing face-worn computers, Meta is not just selling hardware; it's building a user base and data pipeline for its AI, ultimately serving its long-term ambition to onboard users into its broader metaverse ecosystem.