Zero Project Awardee 2026Updated on 2 December 2025
AI glasses for persons with visual impairments developed by technology leaders
Essl Foundation - Zero Project
Austria
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Meta is a leading ICT-multinational company, running the social media platforms Facebook, Instagram, and Whatsapp. In collaboration with the company Essilor Luxottica and its Ray Ban-glasses, Meta has developed lightweight smart glasses with integrated cameras, microphones, and AI functionality. It also connects with Be My Eyes AI, a non-profit platform connecting live volunteers to users in need of guidance, object recognition, text reading, or everyday mobility. Since its launch, by mid-2025 over 2 million glasses had been sold.
Solution: Ray Ban Meta AI glasses
Organization: Meta
Country of Implementation: Worldwide
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[Alt text: A man speaks during a presentation, wearing innovative smart glasses. The image symbolizes technological progress and human curiosity—showcasing how modern tools can enhance communication, learning, and inclusive access to digital worlds.]
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