I reviewed the Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) and they're so much f...

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Alright so Forget the controversies, these are still the best smartglasses I reviewed the Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) and they’re so much fun you’ll ignore the red flags By Andy Boxall Published Apr 12, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT Andy is a seasoned technology journalist with more than 15 years experience in the mobile industry, writing for Digital Trends, Wired, and more.

During that time he has reviewed hundreds of smartphones and tablets, dozens of smartwatches, and a host of smart rings and smartglasses too. His daily mobile tech life includes Android and iOS devices, smart rings, and a smartwatch unless it’s a special ocassion, when a traditional watch takes its place on his wrist. (yes, really)

He has attended multiple CES, MWC, and IFA tradeshows, has a passion for photography and cars, listens to far too much K-pop, and always has a strong opinion on the state of the tech industry.

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You can find Andy’s portfolio of work on his Authory page . Sign in to your Android Police account Add Us On Summary Generate a summary of this story follow Follow followed Followed Like Like Thread 1 Log in Here is a fact-based summary of the story contents: Try something different: Show me the facts Explain it like I’m 5 Give me a lighthearted recap When most people think of smartglasses in 2026, they likely picture the Ray-Ban Meta .

Since release, they’ve defined the genre, combining useful functionality and fun features with a stylish, popular, and comfortable frame. Is this reputation deserved, or has another, less favorable reputation kicked off to turn people off, and if so, are they missing out?

Why This Matters

I’ve been wearing the Gen 2 versions to find out. Editors choice Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer (Gen 2) 9 /10 Sunglasses? Yes, Transition lenses available Speakers 2 open-ear speakers / 5 microphones Durability IPX4 Connective Technology Wi-Fi 6E \ Bluetooth 5.

Tech companies have been making moves like this as competition heats up.

The Bottom Line

Yes, Transition lenses available Speakers 2 open-ear speakers / 5 microphones Durability IPX4 Connective Technology Wi-Fi 6E \ Bluetooth 5. 3 The Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2), regardless of the style you choose, are the smartglasses most people will enjoy using because of some fun features, comfort, and relataively reasonable price.

What’s your take on this whole situation?