The Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer (Gen 2) had set an incredibly high benchmark, blending classic eyewear with AI. Now, with Oakley, Meta has delivered a smart glass for a completely different class of wearers. After using Meta Oakley HSTN during daily commutes, walks and workdays, it is clear that it is aimed at users who want a secure fit without sacrificing on Meta’s AI features.DesignThe Meta Oakley HSTN retains Oakley’s signature HSTN silhouette, paired with a sculpted O-Matter frame that offers a secure, confidence-inspiring fit. While the pair isn’t light, extended use doesn’t make one uncomfortable either. The rugged yet premium design makes them well suited for workouts, commuting, and even long travel days.The straight temple arms make a noticeable difference over the curved arms on the Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer. They hug the head more securely, making the HSTN a better choice for activities like running, cycling or gym sessions where you don’t want the glasses shifting around. The IPX4 rating lets it handle sweat and light rain comfortably.The camera sits discreetly on the front frame alongside the privacy LED indicator. The dedicated capture button on the right arm and touch gestures make the controls intuitive after a few days of use.Pairing and ConnectionSetting up the Meta Oakley HSTN is straightforward. Download the Meta View app, switch on the glasses, pair them over Bluetooth, and follow the guided setup. Within minutes, the glasses are ready to use.The companion app serves as the central hub for everything. It syncs captured photos and videos automatically, lets you customise gestures, update firmware and connect services such as WhatsApp, Messenger, Amazon Music and Shazam. The glasses support Bluetooth 5.3 and Wi-Fi 6, ensuring quick media transfers and reliable connectivity.Voice commands are equally useful. Once linked to WhatsApp, the glasses can read incoming messages aloud and even send replies using your voice. Voice recognition is accurate as long as you spoke clearly and there is no excessive background noise.CameraThe Meta Oakley HSTN comes with hands-free camera. The 12 MP ultra-wide camera with 100-degree field of view captures images at 3024 x 4032 resolution and records videos at up to 3K resolution at 30fps.