Alright, here we go. Let’s dive into this quirky stream of consciousness:
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Aha, so Meta’s at it again. They’ve cooked up another pair of smart glasses with EssilorLuxottica, and this time it’s Oakley’s turn in the spotlight. Some partnership, huh? I mean, maybe this is obvious — maybe it isn’t — but it’s kind of a big deal when Meta and eyewear giants like EssilorLuxottica team up, right? Anyway, they’re calling them Oakley Meta HSTN, but you say it like “HOW-stuhn.” Fancy, right? I stumbled over it at first and had to read it twice. Why do I even notice these things?
Okay, details! Pre-orders kick off July 11th and the first ones out of the gate are all jazzed up with these gold accents and 24K PRIZM polarized lenses. Exactly what that jumble of words means, I honestly couldn’t say. But hey, it’s a limited edition, and they’re $499 if you’re feeling spendy.
And the whole collection? It rolls out later this summer, starting at $399. You’ve got combos like Desert with PRIZM Ruby lenses (imagine something really vibrant), or maybe you want them Black with PRIZM Polar Black lenses for that sleek-look? Or maybe not? I don’t know. Choices, choices.
Wait a sec… I went off track. Right, these aren’t just any glasses. They promise better battery life, higher quality video… you know, all the usual tech-upgrade spiel. Compared to the Ray-Ban Meta, these Oakleys can do “3K video” with their wide-angle 12MP camera. The Ray-Ban versions cap out at some not-as-exciting resolution —numbers and acronyms, right?
Battery life gets a boost too. Eight hours of ‘normal’ use, they say. But, what’s normal, actually? Plus, throw them in the nifty charging case and you’re looking at 48 hours. I’d probably lose the case though.
And, water-resistant! They handle rain and sweat with an IPX4 rating. Not that I’d want to test it in a downpour, but good to know it can take a splash.
Oh, and these things come with five mics and speakers you don’t even jam in your ears. Calls, music, talking to Meta AI — though why I’d chat with my glasses… but anyhow.
Guess they’ll be available in a bunch of places like the US, UK, and even some places like the UAE later on. Probably a good idea to sign up for updates if you’re intrigued by this whole spectacle.
So, that’s it, I think? Or did I miss… um, nope, that’s all I got. Catch you later!
