Oakley Meta HSTN and Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses: German language support transforms intelligent brilliant technology
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Published on: July 20, 2025 / update from: July 20, 2025 – Author: Konrad Wolfenstein
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Ray-Ban for everyday life, Oakley for sport: Meta takes the next step with his smart glasses – and German is there
A new milestone for smart glasses in Germany
The world of intelligent brilliant technology is experiencing significant progress: Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses now fully support the German language. This development marks a turning point for German users who were previously dependent on English, French, Italian or Spanish voice commands. With the introduction of German language support, a completely new dimension of free -handed communication and control opens.
The smart glasses of Meta, which were developed in partnership with the world's largest glasses manufacturer Essilorluxottica, combine the iconic design of Ray-Ban with the latest technology. This merger of timeless style and innovative functionality has changed the owner over two million times and is driving the rapid growth of the smart glasses market.
For the first time, the German language function enables users to interact with their intelligent glasses in German, take photos, call up information, send messages and make calls. This development underlines the endeavor of Meta to make its AI technology accessible worldwide and to reduce cultural and linguistic barriers.
The development history of intelligent brilliant technology
From Ray-Ban Stories to Ray-Ban Meta
The history of the smart Ray-Ban glasses begins in 2019 with the pioneering partnership between Meta (then still Facebook) and essilorluxottica. This cooperation was initiated by Rocco Basilico, head of the Wearables business of Essilorluxottica, that Mark Zuckerberg sent a visionary email in 2018. The first generation, known as Ray-Ban Stories, was launched in September 2021 and laid the foundation for a new product category.
The Ray Ban Stories already represented a remarkable technological progress, but were still limited in their functionality. With only 5 megapixel cameras, limited memory of 4 GB and simpler audio technology, they only formed the first step towards intelligent brilliant technology.
The decisive further development took place with the introduction of the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses in October 2023. This second generation brought significant improvements: a 12-megapixel ultra-wake angle camera, 32 GB storage capacity, improved speakers with 50 percent higher volume and double bass reproduction as well as the integration of META AI.
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Technological milestones
The development of the Ray-Ban Meta represents a quantum leap in the miniaturization of technology. Despite the considerable technical improvements, the engineers managed to easily reduce the weight of the glasses – from 49.2 grams in the stories to 48 grams in the meta version.
This weight reduction with simultaneous functional expansion illustrates enormous progress in microelectronics and battery technology. The integration of a Qualcomm Snapdragon AR1 Gen1 processor enables complex AI calculations directly in the glasses.
Comprehensive technical equipment
Camera and recording functions
The heart of the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses forms a high-resolution 12-megapixel-ultra-wake angle camera. This enables photo recordings in a resolution of 3024 x 4032 pixels and video recordings in full HD quality with 1080p at 30 frames per second. The camera is cleverly integrated in the left glasses and hardly notices when wearing normal.
The recording functions go far beyond simple snapshots. Users can record videos for up to three minutes long or even stream live on Instagram and Facebook for up to 30 minutes. This functionality makes the glasses a valuable tool for content creator, influencer and everyone who wants to capture spontaneous moments from a first-person perspective.
Audio system and communication
The Audio system of the Ray-Ban Meta is an impressive technical performance. Two specially made open-ear speakers are seamlessly integrated into the glasses brackets and deliver a 50 percent higher volume and twice as strong bass compared to the first generation.
Five microphones form a sophisticated array for noise suppression and enable crystal -clear phone calls and precise language recordings. This technology uses directional microphones that effectively filter out ambient noise and concentrate on the sponsor's voice.
Energy supply and connectivity
The energy supply was significantly optimized compared to the first generation. With a battery life of up to four hours with normal use and a charging case that offers an additional 32 hours of operating time, the Ray-Ban Meta achieves a total of 36 hours. The quick charging function is particularly remarkable: in just 20 minutes, the glasses load to 50 percent of the capacity.
Connectivity takes place via WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3, which ensures a stable and energy -efficient connection to smartphones and other devices. According to IPX4 standard, the glasses are waterproof and can therefore be used even in light rain or sweaty activities.
German language support as a breakthrough
Implementation and availability
The introduction of German language support for Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses is an important milestone. After months of delays due to data protection concerns and regulatory hurdles, Meta AI is now finally available in German. This function has been gradually rolled out and has been available to all German users since July 2025.
In order to activate the German language function, users in the META AI app must call up the device settings and change the option “Language and Voice” in German under the menu item “Meta Ai”. The activation command “Hey Meta” then works entirely in German, and the AI also answers in German.
Functional scope in German
With German language support, users can use all the basic functions of the Smart Glasses in their mother tongue. This includes:
The recording of photos and videos by simple voice commands such as “Hey Meta, take a photo” or “Hey Meta, take a video”. The control of the media, including the reproduction of music via Spotify, Apple Music or Amazon Music. Sending and receiving messages via WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger. The implementation of telephone calls with free -handed control.
The possibility is particularly valuable to ask META AI questions about the environment. Users can look at sights, plants or other objects and ask in German: "Hey meta, what kind of building is that?" Or “Hey Meta, what's the name of this plant?”.
Translation functions
A highlight of German language support is the live translation function. This enables real -time translations between German and other supported languages such as English, French, Italian and Spanish. The function works both online and offline if the corresponding language packages have been downloaded.
Artificial intelligence and assistance functions
Meta AI integration
The integration of Meta AI transforms the Ray-Ban Smart Glasses from a simple recording device into an intelligent personal assistant. The AI uses the new Llama 4 model, which offers significant improvements in the understanding of image, document analysis and the conversation answers.
The multimodal AI can process both visual and auditory inputs. Via the integrated camera, she analyzes the environment in real time and answers questions about what the user sees. This ability enables context -related interactions that go far beyond conventional voice assistants.
Contextual memory
A special feature of the META AI is its contextual awareness. The AI can remember previous conversations and their context, which enables natural, multi -stage conversations. Users can provide follow -up questions without having to repeat the context, which makes interaction more fluid and human.
Practical applications
The AI functions open up a wide range of applications in everyday life: object recognition and information for unknown objects, plants or sights. Navigation and directions without the need to use the smartphone. Real-time translation of texts and spoken content. Support for purchases through product information and price comparisons.
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Oakley Meta HSTN: Sport meets technology
Specialization for athletes
In parallel to the Ray-Ban Meta, Meta developed the Meta HSTN in cooperation with Oakley. This smart glasses are aimed specifically at athletes and athletes and combines the proven technology of the Ray-Ban Meta with the sporty design and functionality of Oakley.
The Oakley Meta HSTN has improved camera technology with 3K video recordings, compared to the 2K recordings of the Ray-Ban Meta. The camera is positioned centrally on the glasses frame, which guarantees a more stable recording position for sporting activities.
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Extended battery life
An important advantage of the Oakley Meta HSTN is the significantly improved battery life. With eight hours of normal use and 19 hours in standby mode, it offers twice as long as the Ray-Ban Meta. The Ladetui provides an additional 48 hours.
German language support from the start
The Oakley Meta HSTN will offer complete German language support from the start of sales in the summer of 2025. This enables German users to use smart sports glasses in their mother tongue right from the start without having to wait for updates.
Market development and commercial success
Impressive sales figures
The commercial success of the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses is remarkable. Since the market launch in October 2023, over two million copies have been sold. This number far exceeds the first generation of Ray-Ban Stories, of which fewer than 300,000 units were sold in the same period.
Growth of the Smart Glasses market
The Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses have contributed significantly to the growth of the entire smart glasses market. According to Counterpoint Research, the global market for Smart Glasses 2024 grew by impressive 210 percent. Meta dominates this market with over 60 percent market share.
For 2025, market researchers predict another growth of 60 percent, with an average annual growth rate of over 60 percent to 2029. The market value is expected to increase from $ 5.78 billion in 2024 to $ 2033.
Production expansion
Due to the high demand, essilorluxottica plans a massive increase in production capacities. The company aims to increase the annual production capacity to ten million units by the end of 2026. This expansion illustrates trust in the long -term growth potential of the market.
Future prospects and innovations
Long -term partnership
Meta and Essilorluxottica have expanded their cooperation through a new long -term agreement to the next decade. This partnership is intended to produce “cross-generational Smart-Eyewear products”. Mark Zuckerberg emphasized: "We have the chance to make glasses the next large technology platform and to make them fashionable".
Upcoming innovations
Further exciting developments are planned for 2025. Meta works intensively on Smart Glasses with an integrated head-up display, which are developed under the code name “Hyprenova”. These should contain a small display in the lower right area of the glasses and cost between $ 1,000 and $ 1,400.
Advanced AI capabilities
The AI functions are continuously developed. Meta tests “Full-Duplex Speech”, which should enable more natural, overlapping conversations similar to human interactions. Meta also works on improved facial recognition and even more precise object identification.
Meaning for the future of technology
The Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses with German language support mark an important step in the evolution of portable technology. They demonstrate how advanced AI can be seamlessly integrated into everyday objects without affecting their traditional function or aesthetics. German language support makes this innovative technology completely accessible to the German market for the first time and paves the way for a broader acceptance of intelligent glasses.
With over two million devices sold, a rapidly growing market and continuous technological improvements, Smart Glasses faces a promising future. The combination of stylish design, practical functionality and powerful AI technology could actually lay the foundation for the next large technology platform – a platform that complements or even replaces the smartphone.
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