Meta Enhances Ray-Ban Smart Glasses with Instagram Integration, Amazon Music, and More

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Highlights

  • Post directly to Instagram using voice commands with Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses
  • New integration with Calm meditation app and Amazon Music for enhanced functionality
  • AI assistant update allows real-time information and hands-free control
  • Enjoy standalone music streaming without using your phone, including Apple Music and Amazon Music

Meta has added some brand-new functions to Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses, upping the ante.

You no longer need to use your phone to post images and videos to Instagram.

New Changes on the Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses

Post directly to Instagram using voice commands with Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses
Post directly to Instagram using voice commands with Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses

Simply say, “Post a photo to Instagram” or “Hey Meta, share my last photo to Instagram,” either before or after you snap a picture.

Furthermore, the glasses are now compatible with Calm, a meditation app, and Amazon Music. 

Enjoy standalone music streaming without using your phone, including Apple Music and Amazon Music
Enjoy standalone music streaming without using your phone, including Apple Music and Amazon Music

To stream music from Amazon, simply say, “Hey Meta, play Amazon Music.” To utilize the glasses, even new users of Calm receive a complimentary three-month subscription.

Meta released an AI update last month that includes these new functionalities.

With the AI assistant that the glasses now have, you can voice control them and get real-time information about what you’re viewing.

New integration with Calm meditation app and Amazon Music for enhanced functionality
New integration with Calm meditation app and Amazon Music for enhanced functionality

You could enjoy standalone music without using your phone because the glasses could already stream Apple Music previously

With voice commands, you may play songs, albums, and playlists. You can even ask the glasses to recognize music.

AI assistant update allows real-time information and hands-free control
AI assistant update allows real-time information and hands-free control

Thanks to these changes, Ray-Ban Smart Glasses will now be more comfortable and capable of recording video, playing music, and viewing information without needing your hands.

The convergence of wearable technology with AI is really exciting.

FAQs

What new Instagram feature has been added to the Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses?

Users can now post images and videos directly to Instagram using voice commands like “Post a photo to Instagram” or “Hey Meta, share my last photo to Instagram.”

Which new apps are compatible with the Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses?

The glasses are now compatible with the Calm meditation app and Amazon Music, in addition to previously supported Apple Music.

How can I stream music from Amazon Music on the Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses?

Simply say, “Hey Meta, play Amazon Music” to stream music directly from Amazon Music on your smart glasses.

What is the new AI update for the Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses?

The AI update allows voice control for various functions and provides real-time information about what you’re viewing through the glasses.

Do new Calm users get any special offers with the Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses?

Yes, new users of the Calm meditation app receive a complimentary three-month subscription when using the Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses.

How to share photos directly to Instagram Story using Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses?

To share photos directly to your Instagram Story using Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, you can use voice commands.

After taking a photo, say “Hey Meta, share my last photo to Instagram” to share an existing photo, or say “Hey Meta, post a photo to Instagram” to take a new photo and share it instantly.

How to use the hands-free Calm feature on Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses?

To use the hands-free Calm feature on Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, simply say “Hey Meta, play the Daily Calm”.

This voice command gives you access to guided meditation, mindfulness exercises, and self-care content directly through the smart glasses.

What are the new styles of Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses available for purchase?

The new styles of Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses now available for purchase include:

Skyler in Shiny Chalky Gray with Gradient Cinnamon Pink Lenses
Skyler in Shiny Black with Transitions® Cerulean Blue Lenses
Headliner Low Bridge Fit in Shiny Black with Polar G15 Lenses
These styles are available in 15 countries, including the US, Canada, Australia, and throughout Europe.

What are the New Skyler and Headliner Low Bridge Fit Styles Now Available ?

The following styles are now available in 15 countries, including the US, Canada, Australia, and throughout Europe:

Skyler in Shiny Chalky Gray with Gradient Cinnamon Pink Lenses
Skyler in Shiny Black with Transitions® Cerulean Blue Lenses
Headliner Low Bridge Fit in Shiny Black with Polar G15 Lenses
If you pre-ordered any of the above three styles, your new shades should be on their way to you soon. And if you didn’t pre-order, you can pick up a pair online at meta.com and ray-ban.com.

How to Share Your (Instagram) Story via Ray-Ban Smart Glasses ?

Whether you’re living your best life at a music festival, singing “Happy Birthday” at your niece’s party, or taking in breathtaking views on a hike, some moments are just meant to be shared.

And now, it’s even easier for you to share from your Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses directly to your Instagram Story without needing to take out your phone.

After you snap a photo, you can simply say, “Hey Meta, share my last photo to Instagram.” Or you can say, “Hey Meta, post a photo to Instagram” to take a new photo on the fly and share the moment with your friends and followers.

These features on Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses are rolling out gradually, so if you don’t see the update right away, sit tight—it’s on the way!

How to Stream Your Favorite Audio With Amazon Music through Rayban Smart Glasses ?

From podcasts to pop hits, people love listening to their favorite albums and shows with their Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses and its killer open-ear audio system.

And now, you can stream Amazon Music to your smart glasses without ever having to take out your phone.

That’s right, our Amazon Music integration lets you begin streaming completely hands-free. Simply say, “Hey Meta, play Amazon Music,” and your glasses will start playing a recommended playlist curated just for you.

You can then control your audio playback with touch or voice controls while your phone stays in your pocket.

How to Stay Mindful With Hands-Free Access to Calm ?

When you’re on the go, sometimes a little peace of mind goes a long way.

That’s why we’ve partnered with Calm to bring guided meditation, mindfulness exercises, and self-care content directly to your glasses, hands-free.

Just say, “Hey Meta, play the Daily Calm” to unwind with a moment of mindfulness.

As an added bonus, new Calm users can unlock a complimentary three-month subscription to Calm. Simply follow the on-screen prompts in the Meta View app to get started.

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