Meta seems determined to transition users to the idea of using glasses as everyday tech. Until the company goes all in on its AR project, it won't feel futuristic, and would be a more natural transition. First, the company went forward with Ray-Ban smart glasses, then added a tiny screen for notifications, and according to a report, it is taking another leap to bring a dual-display version.
Meta's dual-display glasses could be the next step toward everyday AR
Contrary to expectations, Meta is not going to wait for its AR glasses, which will come out in 2027, and is pushing the category forward more aggressively. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, the company has already started working on a new set of smart glasses that is no ordinary pair, for it will feature two displays, one on each side.
Even though they do not exactly fall under the augmented reality category, they still tend to show the company's efforts toward bringing everyday AR. In 2021, the company brought forward its first generation of smart glasses in partnership with Ray-Ban, which was more focused on a hands-free photo, video, and call experience.
In 2023, Meta released a second-generation model with improved cameras, audio, and voice assistant features. Then, in 2025, the company took another leap with the Ray-Ban Display glasses, which added a built-in screen for notifications and quick updates, with a focus on changing the way people view glasses and how they are used.
Meta's new initiative of smart glasses with a dual display will allow information to be available on both sides. While it cannot be considered an AR experience per se, it brings the company closer, especially with the option of a quick glance at messages, navigation directions, or even the calendar. It does not seem like a gimmick, but could actually be something you see yourself using daily.
Since bringing AR glasses to market is not easy and requires far more work, it makes sense that Meta will not wait for all the steps to be achieved before introducing other initiatives. This way, users will also gradually become more accustomed to the idea of using glasses as a screen.
Meta is not the only one introducing wearable displays. Apple has already jumped in with its Vision Pro, and Samsung is also developing its own version in the category, denoting that the competition is indeed heating up. However, Apple's snail-paced approach could be working in favor of Meta.
Now, let's be real, dual-display smart glasses are not exactly the AR sci-fi dream coming to reality, but they will help people become more habitual and comfortable with the idea.
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