This week's XR news: Ray-Ban Smart Glasses' success, Meta Quest 4 rumors, and Batman's release as a game-changer in VR

It’s been another exciting week in the industry of XR, with plenty of developments to keep an eye on 👀

Ray-Ban Smart Glasses continue to triumph in Europe, even without AI features, cementing their place as a bestseller. Meanwhile, rumors swirl about Meta testing eye and face tracking for the highly anticipated Quest 4, which could mark a major leap forward in XR technology. And last but not least, Batman: Arkham Shadow debuts on Meta Quest 3, setting new audiovisual standards for standalone VR.

Let's dive into the full stories below:

🕶️ Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses Shine as Bestsellers in Europe Despite Lack of AI Features

• Ray-Ban's CFO, Stefano Grassi, announced that the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses are the top-selling product in 60% of Ray-Ban stores across the EMEA region.
• Grassi emphasized the glasses' success in Europe, stating it's not limited to the U.S. market, highlighting their popularity among European consumers.
• Although Meta announced new AI features in september, these Smart Glasses capabilities are unavailable in Europe due to regulatory issues, yet this hasn't deterred sales.
• Meta plans to introduce new glasses with a simple viewfinder display next year, but it remains uncertain if EssilorLuxottica will participate in this project.
• Both companies have renewed their partnership for another ten years, indicating a continued collaboration in developing future wearable technologies.

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🥽 Meta is testing eye and face tracking for Potential Quest 4 Prototype

• Meta is conducting focus group tests for a potential Quest 4 prototype featuring eye and face tracking, referred to as "Project Pismo"
• Meta aims to launch two versions of Quest 4 in 2026—standard (Pismo Low) and premium (Pismo High)—though it remains uncertain if eye and face tracking will be included.
• Incorporating eye and face tracking could increase the device's price, conflicting with Meta's strategy to keep VR headsets affordable, making features exclusive to the premium version unlikely.
• While eye and face tracking could enhance user experience in VR, its implementation faces technical challenges. Meta’s CTO Andrew Bosworth suggests that eye tracking may eventually become a standard feature across Quest headsets.

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🦇 Batman Arkham Shadow on Quest 3 Sets New Audiovisual Standards for Standalone VR

• The game features AAA-level production with immersive soundtracks, cinematic visuals, and stunning environments that push the capabilities of the Quest 3 headset.
• Players experience a true Batman adventure with expertly crafted level design, mixing comic-book aesthetics with realism, enhanced by impressive lighting, shadows, and reflections.
• Despite its groundbreaking visuals, minor issues such as flat textures, occasional frame rate drops, and some edge flickering remind users of the Quest 3’S hardware limits.

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🧩 Make It Stable is Now Available!

It's been one week since we launched our new mixed reality game, Make It Stable! Challenge yourself to build the tallest tower and test your creativity in this thrilling, immersive experience. Available now on Meta Quest 3 & 3S!

And that wraps up this week’s top news 🤩

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