10 Facts About Meta’s Vision Devices to Replace Smartphones
By Kabir Abdulsalam,
Mark Zuckerberg is on a mission to move beyond smartphones and usher in the era of smart glasses. With new models, cutting-edge features, and a bold vision for the future, Meta is accelerating its push into augmented reality.
Here are 10 key facts about Meta’s plans to replace smartphones with its vision devices.
1.Meta Wants to Make Smartphones Obsolete
Mark Zuckerberg has openly stated that he believes smart glasses will replace mobile phones in the future. To make this a reality, Meta is investing heavily in AR technology, smart wearables, and AI-driven features.
2.The Supernova Project Is Bringing Multiple Smart Glasses to Market
Under the codename “Supernova,” Meta is developing different models of smart glasses for various users. These include the Supernova 2 for athletes and Hypernova, a more advanced model with a built-in display in the right lens.
3.Supernova 2 Is Designed for Athletes and Active Users
Meta’s Supernova 2 will resemble Oakley’s Sphaera sports eyewear, featuring an embedded camera, AI-powered voice commands, and built-in speakers. It’s aimed at cyclists and outdoor enthusiasts who need smart, lightweight wearables.
4.Hypernova Brings a Mini Display to Smart Glasses
Going beyond audio-based smart glasses, Hypernova will include a small screen in the right lens, capable of showing notifications, messages, and images. While it’s not full AR, it’s a big step toward interactive eyewear. However, at $1,000, it’s a luxury device compared to the $300 Ray-Ban Stories.
5.Orion: Meta’s Fully Augmented Reality Glasses
Meta’s Orion project aims to deliver true augmented reality (AR) experiences, but it won’t be cheap. The first model will require an external processing unit and a wrist-worn control device, pushing the price to a staggering $10,000.
6.Artemis: The More Affordable AR Glasses Coming in 2027
Following Orion, Meta is already working on Artemis, a next-generation AR headset expected in 2027. It will be lighter, more compact, and include smart wristband-based gesture controls to make AR interactions more seamless.
7. Meta Is Developing an Entire Ecosystem of Smart Wearables
Smart glasses aren’t the only product Meta is working on. The company has also explored a Meta smartwatch and AI-powered earbuds that could analyze the environment in real time using built-in cameras.
8. Wrist-Worn Neural Interfaces Could Replace Touchscreens
Meta is developing EMG (electromyography) wristbands, allowing users to control their smart glasses using subtle hand and finger movements. This could eliminate the need for touchscreens altogether.
9. The Ray-Ban Stories Are Just the Beginning
While Meta’s Ray-Ban Stories have seen moderate success, they’re only a stepping stone. Future versions will likely integrate AI assistants, AR overlays, and more powerful computing features, making them a serious contender to replace smartphones.
10. Will Consumers Accept Smart Glasses as a Phone Replacement?
Despite Meta’s aggressive push, the biggest challenge is user adoption. The price, comfort, and practicality of smart glasses will determine if they truly replace smartphones—or end up as another ambitious tech experiment.
