Meta just gave smart glasses a lot of AI power, and Apple is now racing.

Starting today, live translation is being launched to everyone Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses users worldwide.
Once it becomes a limited feature, it is now available to users:
- Live translation conversations in English, French, Italian or Spanish
- Download language packs to offline – No Wi-Fi or data required
- Listen to translation directly through glasses, no need for a cell phone
This transforms Meta’s smart glasses into a journey center, perfect for travelers, remote workers, and anyone browsing multi-lingual environments.
More Metamoves:
Meta is transcending language extensions New hardware and AI perks:
- New Skyler frame with sapphire lens glossy chalk grey
- Instagram DMS and video calls are coming soon
- Live AI Assistant sees what you see and responds in real time
- EU’s global expansion across meta-AI, coupled with launches in Mexico, India and the UAE
Photography Dima Solomin exist Unplash
Meanwhile, in Cupertino…
Apple is developing its own lightweight AR glasses, According to the new report It directly responded to the popularity of Lei Heyuan.
- Apple Vision Pro may lead today’s high-end AR market
- But Apple wants something smaller, more wearable now, with full AR capabilities
- Meta’s smart glasses don’t have AR yet (not yet), Apple’s possible crossover
The overall situation:
Meta’s AI-driven driving force has shifted smart glasses from novelty to necessity. The game is about to heat up as Apple enters the ring.
Smart glasses are no longer just style. They’re about smart – both Meta and Apple want to have your face.