Meta's smart glasses lineup could soon get more features. The company will allow external developers to bring apps to Rayban and Oakley smart glasses.
Previously, Meta has had a limited number of third-party integrations for glasses using apps such as Spotify and Audible. However, the meta allows developers to begin experimenting with apps that can take advantage of the built-in sensors and audio capabilities of glasses. This means that other companies can create their own custom experiences that use Meta features.
The company has already worked with a range of early partners, like Twitch, who is creating live streaming features for glasses, and Disney is experimenting with apps in the park. The demo video shows visitors roaming around Disneyland and asking their AI assistant about the rides she is watching and other park information. The golf app, 18Birdies, is working on an integration that can provide player club recommendations and yard statistics.
In particular, all of these apps appear to be working with Meta's non-display glasses. This means that even first-generation Ray-Ban Metagrass can see a lot of new additional features. It's not clear whether the company can also allow developers to build experiences that will allow developers to take advantage of displays with the latest frames, but that could open up even more possibilities.
Officially referred to as the “Wearable Device Access Toolkit,” Meta's new toolset will be rolled out as a limited developer preview before the broader availability of 2026.
