Meta plans hearing enhancement for supported glasses at $149

Published Wednesday, September 23, 2026 · 10:09 PM EDT

Meta plans to add an FDA-cleared hearing enhancement feature to supported Meta Glasses later this year, Engadget reported. The feature is intended for wearers with hearing loss and will be available to Meta One subscribers or for a one-time $149 charge. It would give supported glasses a hearing function beyond their existing features, with an additional cost for users who do not obtain it through a subscription.

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