Meta is preparing to enter a new phase in its wearable technology push with the release of Hypernova, a pair of augmented reality smartglasses expected to launch later this year.
With a reported price point starting above $1,000, the new device may feature a compact heads-up display in the right lens, designed to offer quick access to notifications, photos, and mapping services.
According to a report from Bloomberg, some versions of the Hypernova glasses could cost as much as $1,400, making them one of Meta’s most expensive wearable devices to date.
Compact Display and Improved Camera System
Meta may present the device officially at its upcoming Meta Connect conference, continuing its trend of iterative smartglasses development while introducing new use-case scenarios.
The standout feature of the upcoming Hypernova glasses is a tiny, monocular display embedded in one lens. This compact screen would allow users to view notifications, access apps like Google Maps, and potentially even browse through photo galleries or interact with a simplified app tray.
The display appears to be designed for efficiency rather than immersion, suggesting that Meta is aiming for lightweight usability over full-blown mixed reality.
Hardware enhancements may also extend to the glasses’ camera system, with leaks suggesting a larger sensor capable of capturing higher-quality images compared to the 12-megapixel camera used in the current Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses.
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