What you need to know
- Meta says it will donate its Ray-Ban AI smart glasses to legally blind veterans through various partnerships, including the Blind Veterans Association (BVA).
- The BVA is said to hold in-person events for blind veterans to purchase glasses and receive technical support, as well as a “training guide.”
- We expect more about Meta’s smart glasses at Connect 2026 this year, and there may be something more from Qualcomm.
The 4th of July is upon us and Meta has announced that it will be donating Ray-Ban AI glasses to legally blind American veterans.
The company broke everything at once newsroom writing“more than 130 thousand” American veterans who are legally blind in the country, he said. To do this, Meta says it’s partnered with the Blind Veterans Association to host “monthly webinars” (with TechSoup). These webinars are educational and give veterans a chance to ask questions and receive support regarding AI eyewear issues.
BVA furthers its assistance by developing a “training manual” for veterans who are blind or visually impaired. The guide will include “activating voice commands, reading documents, answering phone calls, and more autonomously managing daily tasks.” Meta will continue to partner with other organizations to host private events where veterans can receive AI glasses and early assistance.
Meta uses its partnerships not only to help veterans who are blind or visually impaired, but also to connect them with others who have similar stories.
Eligible veterans may begin visiting Official website of BVA for blind veterans to request a device.
Beyond the standard Ray-Ban space, the Meta has spread an update to his Ray-Ban Display glasses with its main features. The update was scarce early on, but those who received it reported Palm Unlock first. This unlocking method added to the device’s biometrics, allowing users to access their glasses by opening their palms. “Live Sports” was another addition. Users could get updated scores on the HUD without reaching for their phone.
Moreover, Meta has brought better functionality with WhatsApp video calls. Users could rely on the POV camera of their glasses. This relays what they see to their friends/family during the call, so it’s like they’re right there with them. We have a lot to look forward to from the Meta this year in particular During Connect in September. Qualcomm started teasing”something newIn the realm of XR, and we can’t help but think it might debut (or at least appear) during Meta Connect.
