# HTC's Ray-Ban Meta rival coming to the US Vive Eagle AI glasses set for 2026 launch - **Source:** [Android Authority](https://brifing.si/source/01374d39-7ab2-4795-8e0a-444a0e7b4327) - **Published:** 2026-07-13 - **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/51dd6e5b-e0f2-4cc1-919c-c53d2d535b72 ## The long wait is over HTC's Vive Eagle AI glasses are finally entering the US market. According to Amazon listings, products will start shipping on September 1, 2026. Available in round and square frame options, the glasses stand out with their lightweight 48.8g design. ## Price competition poses challenge Priced at $499, the HTC Vive Eagle is $200 more expensive than Ray-Ban Meta's cheapest model. Despite this price difference, HTC aims to differentiate itself with superior camera and software features. ## Premium camera performance The glasses feature a 12MP ultra-wide FPV camera. Raising smart glasses standards, the device offers 3,024 x 4,032 resolution photos and 1,512 x 2,016 resolution video at 30fps. ## Advanced AI integration Vive Eagle offers access to Google Gemini and ChatGPT alongside HTC's own AI assistant. Equipped with features like real-time translation in 13 languages, voice note-taking, and voice-activated photo capture. ## Hardware power Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 processor, the device has 4GB RAM and 32GB storage. With Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 support, the glasses promise 4.5 hours of continuous use with their 235mAh battery. ## Critical move for the market HTC's move could spark significant competition in the smart glasses market. However, the high price tag is seen as a major barrier to adoption. Initial user experiences will determine the strategy's success. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.androidauthority.com/htc-vive-eagle-us-preorders-live-3687050/ — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._