Etisalat UAE Brings Meta AI Glasses to Customers from AED 1,160

Dubai: UAE customers can now purchase Meta-powered AI smart glasses through etisalat UAE, with prices starting at AED 1,160 and instalment plans available from AED 55 per month.

The November 10 announcement expands the telecom operator’s wearable technology portfolio, bringing together smart eyewear from Meta and EssilorLuxottica. The collection includes Meta Glasses, Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2), Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 3) and Oakley Meta HSTN.

Etisalat UAE says it is the first telecommunications operator in the region to retail the products. The range gives customers access to wearable devices that combine traditional eyewear with cameras, audio capabilities and artificial intelligence.

The development also adds another purchasing channel for UAE residents interested in AI-powered accessories, particularly those who prefer spreading the cost through monthly payments.

Four smart-glasses options for UAE customers

The collection covers different eyewear designs and intended uses.

• Meta Glasses: AI-enabled everyday eyewear with hands-free camera and audio functions.

• Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2): Combines the familiar Ray-Ban design with connected features and Meta AI.

• Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 3): The newer generation of Ray-Ban’s AI-enabled eyewear.

• Oakley Meta HSTN: A performance-oriented smart-glasses model aimed at active users.

The devices allow wearers to interact with Meta AI using voice commands rather than relying entirely on a smartphone screen.

Depending on the model and supported features, users can ask questions about objects in front of them, access voice assistance, capture photographs and videos, listen to audio and handle calls.

Meta’s multimodal AI capabilities also allow compatible glasses to interpret visual surroundings through their cameras when users make relevant voice requests.

This changes the way people can access certain digital services. Instead of stopping to pick up a phone, users can interact with selected functions while keeping their hands free.

Meta glasses start at AED 1,160

The entry-level price listed by etisalat UAE is AED 1,160 for the Meta Glasses Adventurer Standard model with tortoise frames and brown lenses.

Other available configurations include:

These prices are listed on the operator’s online store and include 5% VAT. Prices vary according to frame and lens configuration.

The wider Ray-Ban Meta collection also includes second- and third-generation models, with different frame styles and lens options.

SmartPay offers instalments over 12, 18 and 24 months

Customers who do not want to pay the full amount upfront can use etisalat UAE’s SmartPay programme.

The operator’s payment options cover three instalment periods:

• 12 months

• 18 months

• 24 months

The advertised starting instalment is AED 55 per month for the entry-level Meta Glasses model over 24 months.

For the AED 1,160 configuration, the online store also lists monthly payments of AED 101 over 12 months and AED 69 over 18 months.

This gives buyers different ways to manage the purchase, although the actual monthly amount depends on the selected model and payment period.

The availability of instalment options could make premium wearable technology more accessible to customers who prefer predictable monthly expenses over a larger upfront payment.

Customers should check the final price, model availability and applicable SmartPay conditions before completing an order.

What can Meta AI glasses actually do?

Unlike conventional sunglasses, AI-powered glasses combine eyewear with connected technology.

Their features include cameras, built-in microphones, speakers and voice-controlled AI assistance. The wearer can use supported commands to ask questions, receive information and interact with compatible smartphone applications.

The camera-based functionality is particularly relevant to users who want assistance with their immediate surroundings. For example, compatible devices can help identify objects or interpret visual information when prompted.

The glasses also support hands-free photography and video recording, while open-ear speakers allow users to listen to audio without completely blocking surrounding sounds.

Meta’s official product information describes the glasses as a combination of AI assistance, communication, audio and image-capture technology.

However, available features can differ between generations, models, software versions and supported markets. Buyers should check the specifications of their chosen device rather than assume every feature is available across the entire collection.

Privacy remains an important consideration

Smart glasses introduce a different privacy question from conventional wearable devices because their cameras are positioned at eye level and can capture the wearer’s surroundings.

Meta says its AI glasses include a front-facing capture LED that flashes when photographs or videos are being recorded. The company also states that its second-generation and newer glasses disable camera functionality if the indicator is blocked or tampered with.

These safeguards are intended to make people nearby aware when recording takes place.

For UAE consumers, responsible use matters in public spaces, workplaces and private settings. Users should respect other people’s privacy and obtain appropriate permission before recording or sharing identifiable content.

The availability of AI features also makes it important to review device permissions, connected applications and privacy settings before using the glasses regularly.

UAE’s wearable technology market expands beyond smartwatches

Etisalat UAE’s latest addition reflects the expanding range of connected devices available to consumers in the country.

Smartwatches and wireless headphones have already made wearable technology part of everyday routines. AI glasses take that concept further by placing cameras, audio and voice-based digital assistance directly into an everyday accessory.

For UAE residents, the products offer another way to access selected digital services while commuting, travelling, exercising or creating content.

The commercial success of this category will depend on more than the novelty of wearing AI-enabled eyewear. Battery performance, comfort, software support, privacy controls and the usefulness of everyday AI functions will all influence whether consumers adopt the technology as a regular part of their lives.

With Meta, Ray-Ban and Oakley models now listed through etisalat UAE, customers have additional options to compare before choosing their next wearable device.

Meta AI glasses start at AED 1,160 through etisalat UAE. The final price depends on the selected model, frame and lens configuration.

2. Which smart glasses brands are available through Etisalat UAE?

The collection includes Meta Glasses, Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2, Ray-Ban Meta Gen 3 and Oakley Meta HSTN.

3. How much is the monthly payment for Meta glasses?

SmartPay instalments start at AED 55 per month for the entry-level model over 24 months. Other payment periods and models have different monthly costs.

4. Can customers pay for Meta glasses in instalments?

Yes. Etisalat UAE offers SmartPay payment periods of 12, 18 and 24 months.

5. What can Meta AI smart glasses do?

Compatible models support voice-controlled AI assistance, hands-free photography and video recording, audio playback and calls. Some features can also interpret visual information through the camera.

6. What is the difference between Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley Meta glasses?

Ray-Ban Meta combines smart technology with everyday eyewear designs, while Oakley Meta HSTN is positioned as performance-oriented eyewear. Their designs and intended uses differ.

7. Do Meta AI glasses have a recording indicator?

Yes. Meta says its AI glasses have a front-facing LED that indicates when photographs or videos are being captured.

8. Where can UAE customers purchase Meta smart glasses?

Customers can purchase the listed models through etisalat UAE’s retail stores and online device store, subject to availability.