Oakley Meta HSTN: The AI Glasses Uniting Sport & Technology

From Ray-Ban Meta to Oakley: the second chapter

When Ray-Ban Meta proved that "smart glasses" can look like ordinary glasses - and sell in the millions - EssilorLuxottica's next step was obvious: to bring the same technology to its most athletic brand. Oakley, with decades of presence in competitive sport, was the natural choice for a wearable aimed at people on the move.

The Oakley Meta HSTN were unveiled in the summer of 2025 - first as a limited edition and then as a regular line - and since then the group's range of Meta glasses has been growing steadily.

What they do in practice

• 3K camera in the centre of the frame for hands-free video and photos - from the user's point of view.
• Open speakers in the temples for music and calls without earbuds - your ears stay free, crucial for safety during a workout.
• Meta AI with voice commands: say "Hey Meta" for questions, translation, or a description of what you're looking at.
• IPX4 resistance to sweat and rain, plus a battery that lasts a full day of use.
• Available with Prizm lenses - the colour-contrast technology Oakley established in sport.

Why it matters

Eyewear is entering a new era where the frame is no longer just optics and style - it's a platform. EssilorLuxottica has stated that it intends to sell millions of AI glasses per year by the end of the decade, and the expansion from fashion (Ray-Ban) to sport (Oakley) reveals the strategy: every lifestyle will have its own "smart" pair of glasses.

Oakley's classic range - from the Holbrook to the racing Radar - naturally remains the brand's point of reference. You can view the whole collection of Oakley sunglasses at Eye-Shop, the official reseller with the full range, or explore sports sunglasses from all brands.

The story behind the HSTN

The name HSTN (pronounced "Houston") belongs to one of Oakley's most successful recent lines - a rounded, lifestyle shape loved by athletes off the field. Its choice for the first AI edition is no accident: it is the shape that bridges the brand's competitive character with everyday use. For the brand's full journey from motocross to global sports eyewear, read the history of Oakley.