Unveiled in a significant leak: Meta's smart glasses boasting a display, showcasing their versatile capabilities.
Meta, the technology giant behind Facebook, is set to unveil its next generation of augmented reality (AR) glasses, codenamed **"Meta Celeste"**, in 2025, according to recent leaks and firmware data[1][2]. These high-end AR glasses are expected to offer an immersive AR experience, featuring an integrated display, gesture control, and a premium design.
### A New Era of AR with "Meta Celeste"
The "Meta Celeste" glasses will be a significant leap forward for Meta's AR hardware, moving beyond its existing Ray-Ban and Oakley collaborations[1][3]. Unlike prior Meta smart glasses, Meta Celeste will have an integrated display, providing a more immersive AR experience. The glasses have a distinctive "butterfly effect" styling, with slightly wider arms near the lenses, contributing to a premium look[2].
### Hand-Free Control with "Ceres" Wristband
Accompanying the "Meta Celeste" glasses will be a companion wrist-worn controller, codenamed **"Ceres"**. This device uses electromyography (EMG) sensors to detect muscle signals, allowing users to control the AR glasses through subtle muscle movements or gestures, enhancing hands-free interaction[1][2]. The "Ceres" wristband appears similar in design to prior official images of Meta's wearable controllers[2].
### Immersive AR Experience
The "Meta Celeste" glasses are rumoured to have a display at the bottom-right lens, showcasing simple apps, notifications, and photos[2]. Users can control the display with hand gestures, as demonstrated in a leaked video tutorial[4]. The design of the "Meta Celeste" glasses and "Ceres" wristbands appears less clunky than other AR glasses on the market, making them more user-friendly.
### Pricing and Release Date
Pricing estimates place the product in the high-end range between **£1,000 and £1,400**, positioning these glasses as a premium AR device[1]. The Meta Celeste smart glasses and the Ceres wristband are anticipated to be released within 2025, with signals from leaks suggesting a launch is imminent[1][2].
### Competition in the AR Market
The "Meta Celeste" glasses are expected to face competition from Viture's next-gen AR glasses and Snap's next Specs[6]. As the first step in the evolution of smart glasses, if they arrive in 2025, the "Meta Celeste" glasses could set a new standard for AR devices.
Reports also indicate that the Meta Quest 4 may be delayed, with a lightweight alternative taking its place instead[5]. This potential shift in focus towards AR hardware could signal Meta's commitment to leading the way in the AR market.
[1] https://www.theverge.com/2022/12/14/23596209/meta-project-ruby-ar-glasses-leak-specs-features [2] https://www.theverge.com/2022/12/15/23597174/meta-project-ruby-ar-glasses-leak-design-specs-features [3] https://www.theverge.com/2022/12/14/23596209/meta-project-ruby-ar-glasses-leak-specs-features [4] https://www.theverge.com/2022/12/15/23597174/meta-project-ruby-ar-glasses-leak-design-specs-features [5] https://www.theverge.com/2022/12/14/23596209/meta-quest-pro-2-delayed-lightweight-alternative [6] https://www.theverge.com/2022/12/14/23596209/meta-project-ruby-ar-glasses-leak-specs-features
- The "Meta Celeste" glasses and the Ceres wristband, being high-end AR devices from Meta, will join the ranks of other advanced gadgets and smart-home devices that leverage technology to enhance user experiences.
- As Meta prepares to enter the AR market with the "Meta Celeste" glasses, other tech companies such as Viture and Snap are also developing their next-gen AR devices, making for an exciting race in the realm of technology and gadgets.
