Ray-Ban Meta 3 full design leaks before launch, report says it will have improved AI and battery life

India Today

11-07-2025

Smart glasses might not be for everyone just yet, but that hasn't stopped Meta from continuing to build on its partnership with Ray-Ban. If you've been following the journey since the first pair launched, you'll know that Meta's glasses have mostly been about camera features, hands-free calls, and some basic AI help. Now, leaked images hint at what could be the next generation of Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses. And it looks like Meta is planning to go beyond just tweaking the design — the new models could bring better battery life and smarter AI that's useful for more than just short bursts.advertisementAccording to a post shared by a group called XR Research Institute on WeChat, two different models of the upcoming glasses have surfaced. One is reportedly codenamed 'Aperol' and looks like a new take on classic Ray-Ban sunglasses. The other, called 'Bellini,' seems to be aimed more at users who need prescription eyewear. These names had already popped up earlier in a report by The Information, so this leak lines up with past rumours.While the design differences might appeal to different types of users, what's more interesting is what's changing inside the glasses. The report suggests that battery life is getting a big boost. Right now, Meta's smart glasses can only run the AI features for about 30 minutes at a stretch. With the new version, that could go up to several hours, which would make a huge difference in real-world use.
AI performance is also said to improve significantly. Features like real-time object recognition and scene understanding might finally become practical tools you can actually use throughout the day, not just party tricks. That said, these glasses still won't have a built-in display. So this isn't Meta's long-rumoured 'Hypernova' project, which will have a screen. Instead, this is very much the direct follow-up to the Ray-Ban Meta glasses launched in 2023.It's not yet confirmed when these updated glasses will officially launch, but some reports suggest it could happen later this year. That would make sense, especially after the recent debut of Meta's Oakley-branded smart glasses in June.For now, there's no word on price or if these new models will roll out globally at launch. Stay tuned to India Today Tech for all the latest happenings around the next generation of Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses.- Ends