If you own a pair of Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, you’re going to want to check for an update right now. Meta just rolled out a fresh batch of features that actually make them feel like proper futuristic tech instead of just a neat party trick.
The standout addition here has got to be turn-by-turn walking navigation. Instead of constantly pulling out your phone or messing with earbud prompts while walking down a busy street, you can now get subtle audio directions right through the glasses. Paired with the new spatial audio upgrades, everything sounds way more natural, like the sound is actually placed in your environment rather than just blasted straight into your ears.
They’ve also thrown in some new accessibility controls, making hands-free navigation and interactions a lot smoother overall. I’ve always thought smart glasses hit their stride when they get out of your way and just let you experience the world, and updates like this honestly push them one step closer to everyday utility. If you’ve been on the fence about wearing yours out for navigation, now is definitely the time to give it a spin.