TechnologyMeta Ray-Ban Display to add holographic call avatars, expand to five new markets
Engadget reports that Meta's Connect 2026 updates include cycling and public transit directions and an Explore app for finding compatible software. Hologram calls are planned for US WhatsApp early access in fall 2026.
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Engadget reports that Meta announced a Hologram feature for Ray-Ban Display glasses at Connect 2026. The Meta AI app creates a photorealistic avatar to appear during calls. According to Meta's press release, it is driven entirely by voice, inferring expressions from what the wearer says and how they say it. Early access is planned for US WhatsApp users in fall 2026.
Other announced updates include cycling and public transit directions, initially for the US and Canada, navigation based on visible landmarks, and an Explore app for finding compatible apps.
Engadget also reports expansion to the UK, Canada, France, Italy and Germany, alongside online ordering. UK and Canadian availability began with the announcement, starting at £749 and CA$1,149. France, Italy and Germany opened pre-orders starting at €899, with availability scheduled for October 13, 2026.
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Meta Ray-Ban Display to add holographic call avatars, expand to five new markets
Engadget reports that Meta's Connect 2026 updates include cycling and public transit directions and an Explore app for finding compatible software. Hologram calls are planned for US WhatsApp early access in fall 2026.
TLDR
Engadget reports that Meta announced a Hologram feature for Ray-Ban Display glasses at Connect 2026. The Meta AI app creates a photorealistic avatar to appear during calls. According to Meta's press release, it is driven entirely by voice, inferring expressions from what the wearer says and how they say it. Early access is planned for US WhatsApp users in fall 2026.
Other announced updates include cycling and public transit directions, initially for the US and Canada, navigation based on visible landmarks, and an Explore app for finding compatible apps.
Engadget also reports expansion to the UK, Canada, France, Italy and Germany, alongside online ordering. UK and Canadian availability began with the announcement, starting at £749 and CA$1,149. France, Italy and Germany opened pre-orders starting at €899, with availability scheduled for October 13, 2026.