INTRODUCING ARIA GEN 2 GLASSES
The most advanced research glasses ever made
Aria Gen 2 is the next-generation research device in the Project Aria program, designed to advance research for contextual AI and robotics.
Aria Gen 2 glasses are Meta’s dedicated research tool in an always-on glasses form factor.
With the new state-of-the-art sensor suite in Aria Gen 2, researchers can push the boundaries of what’s possible.
Project Aria helps us build a better understanding of our world, together.
DEVICE COMPARISON
What makes Aria Gen 2 different from Aria Gen 1?
Aria Gen 2 glasses introduces human-in-the-loop features with speakers, PPG sensors, contact microphone, on-device compute, always-on sensing, and more.
Aria Gen 1 glasses (2020)
Aria Gen 2 glasses (2025)
Availability
Available
Coming soon
Battery Life
1-2 hrs
6-8 hours
Always-on Sensing /
Machine Perception
On-device Location, Hand and Eye Tracking, Automatic Speech Recognition
Output
Open Air Speakers
Programmability
Device not programmable
Applications can be installed and deployed on-device
Streaming
Local PC and Mobile Streaming
Local PC, Mobile and Cloud Streaming
Foldable
Sensors
2 SLAM, 1 RGB and 2 ET Cameras
IMU, Barometer and Magnetometer
Microphones
GNSS (L1)
4 SLAM, 1 RGB and 2 ET Cameras
IMU, Barometer and Magnetometer
Microphones
Global Navigation Satellite System (L1)
Contact Microphone
Learn more about
Aria Glasses
For more information about our Aria Gen 1 and Gen 2 glasses check out our research paper and technical blog.
ARIA GEN 1 DEVICE PAPER
ARIA GEN 2 DEVICE PAPER
Access the Aria Research Kit
For the broader research community, Meta has a rolling application for the Aria Research Kit. The kit includes Aria Gen 2 glasses, tools, and services for independent research efforts that are shaping the future of contextual AI and robotics.
