Oakley and Meta's noteworthy smart glasses are now open for pre-order
The tech world is abuzz with the latest offering from Meta and Oakley - the Oakley Meta HSTN smart glasses. Designed specifically for sports and adventure activities, these smart glasses are set to redefine the way we experience the outdoors.
Key Features and Specifications
The Oakley Meta HSTN smart glasses boast an impressive 12-megapixel camera sensor, capable of recording videos in 3K resolution. They are equipped with a proprietary Prizm lens, which claims to reduce visual noise and manipulate light at a molecular level, ensuring superior clarity and contrast.
In terms of battery life, the Oakley Meta HSTN smart glasses outshine their competitors. With a typical usage of eight hours on a single charge, they also come with a charging case that provides an additional 40 hours, ensuring uninterrupted use.
Distinguishing Factors
The Oakley Meta HSTN smart glasses distinguish themselves from other models, such as the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, in several key areas.
Lens Technology
The Oakley Meta HSTN uses advanced Prizm 24K polarized lenses by default, offering better glare reduction and color clarity compared to Ray-Ban’s optional and less effective polarized lenses.
Battery and Usage
Oakley Meta HSTN provides double the battery life of Ray-Ban Meta (8 hours vs. 4 hours per charge) plus a larger charging case that offers 48 hours of additional charge and supports rapid 50% charging in 20 minutes.
Video Capabilities
Oakley Meta HSTN can record videos in up to 3K resolution, nearly triple the Ray-Ban Meta’s 1080p max video quality, enabling sharper, more detailed video captures.
Design Options
Ray-Ban Meta offers more frame styles and a classic look, while Oakley currently has a single HSTN frame style emphasizing sport and performance aesthetics with limited editions available.
Weight & Comfort
Oakley HSTN is slightly heavier (~49–53g), likely due to bigger battery and built-in tech. Ray-Ban’s weight is not specified but is generally lighter, possibly due to smaller battery capacity.
Availability and Pricing
The Oakley Meta HSTN smart glasses are now available for purchase starting from June 2023, priced at $399 per pair. Previously, the Limited-Edition Oakley Meta HSTN glasses were available for pre-orders in July at $499.
Meta plans to launch smart glasses with a built-in screen in the coming weeks, with an estimated price of around $800 in the US market.
Conclusion
The Oakley Meta HSTN smart glasses focus on enhanced performance and optical clarity with longer battery life and improved video recording, targeting active users or those prioritizing these capabilities. The Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses provide more style variety at a lower price with core smart features but with shorter battery life and less advanced lens and video technology.
[1] Oakley Meta HSTN Product Page [2] Ray-Ban Meta Product Page [3] Comparison of Oakley Meta HSTN and Ray-Ban Meta [4] Oakley Meta HSTN Tech Specifications [5] Oakley Meta HSTN vs Ray-Ban Meta: Which Smart Glasses Should You Buy?
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