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Meta Delays Ray-Ban Glasses Launch Amid Surging Demand

1/6/2026

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Meta Platforms delayed international expansion of Ray-Ban Display glasses due to high demand and inventory constraints.
At Meta Connect on September 17, 2025, Meta Platforms Chief Executive Officer Mark Zuckerberg showcased the smart glasses.
Interest in the product has grown since its launch last fall, with waitlists extending into 2026.
Meta will pause launches in the United Kingdom, France, Italy, and Canada while reassessing international availability.

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Meta Platforms delayed international expansion of Ray-Ban Display glasses due to high demand and inventory constraints.
At Meta Connect on September 17, 2025, Meta Platforms Chief Executive Officer Mark Zuckerberg showcased the smart glasses.
Interest in the product has grown since its launch last fall, with waitlists extending into 2026.
Meta will pause launches in the United Kingdom, France, Italy, and Canada while reassessing international availability.