The Meta Ray-Ban Wayfarer AI Glasses, CNET’s best budget smart glasses for 2026, are being offered for an even greater price of $224 when you buy a pair by May 25. The glasses are designed to help people stay present in the moment while also keeping them connected. They include voice-activated commands, hands-free calls and messaging, real-time language translation and AI features. They also enhance your interactions with the world through their immersive AI experience. The first-gen Meta Wayfarers (Gen 1) feature an upgraded 12MP camera, 32GB flash storage, high-quality audio for videos and phone calls, and Bluetooth speakers built into each arm play crystal-clear audio. They are also easy to charge with 36 hours of battery life in their convenient carrying case.