The HUGE Leap: Ray-Ban Meta vs. Ray-Ban Stories Comparison

Описание: s the new generation just a refresh, or a complete reinvention? Let’s find out. 👇

In this comparison, we pit the original Ray-Ban Stories (Gen 1) against the all-new Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses (Gen 2). While they look almost identical, the technology inside tells a completely different story. From a massive camera overhaul to the introduction of AI, we break down every spec to help you decide if you should upgrade or grab a discounted Gen 1 pair.

⚔️ THE SHOWDOWN:

1. Camera Quality (The Big Jump) 📸

Gen 1 (Stories): Dual 5MP Cameras. Good for quick snapshots, but struggled in low light. Video was limited to 1184x1184.

Gen 2 (Meta): Dual 12MP Ultra-Wide Cameras. Captures 1080p video at 60fps and 12MP photos. The footage is sharper, brighter, and stabilized. Plus, it records in portrait mode—perfect for Reels and TikTok.

2. Audio & Microphone 🎧

Gen 1: 3-microphone array. Audio was decent but lacked bass and leaked sound to people around you.

Gen 2: Custom-designed speakers with 50% higher volume and double the bass. The new 5-microphone array allows for immersive audio recording, capturing sound from all directions exactly how you hear it.

3. Smarts & AI 🧠

Gen 1: Basic voice commands ("Hey Facebook, take a photo").

Gen 2: Integrated with Meta AI. You can engage in conversation, ask questions ("Hey Meta, look and tell me what plant this is"), and even livestream directly to Instagram and Facebook hands-free.

4. Battery & Case 🔋

Gen 1: Heavier charging case, roughly 3 captures per charge cycle.

Gen 2: Sleeker, lighter case (looks like a classic Wayfarer leather case) providing up to 36 hours of total use.

📝 QUICK SPECS COMPARISON:

Feature Gen 1 (Stories) Gen 2 (Meta)
Camera 5MP 12MP Ultra-Wide
Video 1184 x 1184 (30fps) 1080p (30fps)
Audio Open Ear (Standard) Open Ear (Enhanced Bass/Volume)
Microphones 3 Mics 5 Mics (Immersive Audio)
Streaming No Yes (IG & FB)
Weight ~49g ~48g (Lighter feel)
💡 THE VERDICT: If you are a content creator, the Gen 2 is a non-negotiable upgrade. The video quality alone justifies the price. However, if you just want to listen to music and take the occasional photo, Gen 1 is still a fun piece of tech—if you can find it cheap.

TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 1:10 - Design & Comfort Changes 2:45 - Camera Test (Side-by-Side) 4:30 - Audio Quality Test 6:15 - Meta AI & Live Streaming 8:00 - Battery Life & Charging Case 9:30 - Final Recommendation

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