Ray-Ban Meta Headliner Gen 2 (RW4013) combines the world's most popular smart glasses technology with an iconic Headliner frame design, 12MP ultra-wide 3K camera, five-microphone array, and fully integrated Meta AI assistant in the Matte Black/Clear configuration at KSh 60,800, now available in stock at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi. This second-generation model, announced at Meta Connect 2025 and available now, delivers nearly double the battery life of its predecessor - up to 8 hours of typical use compared to 4 hours on the original Ray-Ban Meta - alongside major video quality upgrades from 1080p to 3K ultra-HD resolution, making it a genuine daily driver for Kenya's professionals and content creators. Unlike traditional Bluetooth headphones or action cameras that require dedicated devices, the Ray-Ban Meta Headliner Gen 2 puts hands-free calls, music, photography, video recording, and AI assistance directly on your face through glasses that look exactly like regular Ray-Bans. Users consistently report being able to go from morning meetings through evening commutes without needing a charge, with the additional power from the included charging case extending total available use to approximately 56 hours before requiring a wall socket.

Ray-Ban Meta Headliner Gen 2 addresses a real problem that Kenya's business executives, content creators, and mobile professionals face every day - the constant juggling of smartphones during calls, navigation, photography, and AI queries while trying to stay present in conversations and environments. The retro-inspired Headliner frame with the distinct Matte Black/Clear lens combination gives you full smart glasses functionality without advertising that you are wearing technology, which matters for professionals in boardrooms, creative shoots, and social settings across Nairobi. The 3K video recording at up to 60fps captures documentary-quality footage of meetings, site visits, events, and daily experiences with a simple touch of the capture button or a voice command to "Hey Meta" - no phone required, no setup, no tripod. The integrated Meta AI assistant goes well beyond basic voice commands, providing real-time information, live translation across six languages including English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish, object and scene identification through the camera, and conversational AI responses during any activity. At Mascom International, we're witnessing strong interest from Kenyan professionals who travel frequently, content creators documenting their work, and executives who want to stay connected without burying their faces in a phone screen.

Ray-Ban Meta Headliner Gen 2 sets a clear benchmark over competing smart audio products available in Kenya by combining three entirely different device categories - smart glasses, open-ear audio, and AI assistant - into a single pair of glasses that weighs approximately 52 grams. Unlike the Samsung Galaxy Buds or other premium wireless earphones that cost similar amounts, the Ray-Ban Meta Headliner Gen 2 adds a full camera system, hands-free AI, and visual presence features that no earphone can match. The Qualcomm Snapdragon AR1 Gen1 processor handles image processing, audio management, and AI connectivity simultaneously without compromising battery performance, while the five-microphone array adapts speaker volume automatically based on ambient noise levels - so your music gets louder in a matatu and quieter in a quiet office without you touching anything. The Conversation Focus feature, arriving via software update, will isolate the voice of whoever you are speaking with while filtering background noise from Nairobi's busy streets and environments. The charging case provides approximately 48 additional hours of use and reaches 50% charge in just 20 minutes, making it genuinely practical for long travel days across Kenya's 47 counties. Mascom International stocks the Matte Black/Clear configuration, offering the most versatile daily-wear option that works equally well in professional and casual settings without lens tint limiting indoor visibility.

Ray-Ban Meta Headliner Gen 2 is currently the best-selling AI glasses globally, with millions of units sold since the first generation launched in October 2023. The Gen 2 model, launched September 2025, delivers the most significant hardware upgrade in the product line's history - doubling battery life to 8 hours of typical use and tripling video resolution from 1080p to 3K ultra-HD at up to 60fps. Unlike Google Glass or other smart glasses that featured bulky displays and uncomfortable designs, the Ray-Ban Meta Headliner Gen 2 looks and feels like a regular pair of Ray-Ban sunglasses, with all electronics embedded invisibly in the arms and frame. Competing smart audio products from Bose Frames and Amazon Echo Frames lack the camera capabilities and Meta AI integration that make this product genuinely useful for content creation and hands-free information access. The combination of real Ray-Ban optical quality, Meta AI voice assistant, 3K camera, open-ear audio, and 8-hour battery in a normal-looking frame is not available from any other brand at any price point in Kenya's current market.

The Ray-Ban Meta Headliner Gen 2 provides up to 8 hours of typical use on a single charge, compared to just 4 hours on the original Ray-Ban Meta. For audio-specific tasks, expect up to 5 hours of continuous music playback and up to 5.3 hours of phone calls. The compact charging case provides approximately 48 additional hours of charge, meaning you carry a total of about 56 hours of available use in your pocket or bag. Users report easily handling a full workday including morning commute music, business calls, site photography, AI queries, and evening entertainment without reaching for the case. For Kenya's content creators and executives who travel between Nairobi and upcountry locations, the case-plus-glasses combination handles multiple days of moderate use without access to a wall outlet. The case reaches 50% charge in 20 minutes using USB-C, making a quick top-up during a meeting break genuinely practical.

The 12MP ultra-wide camera positioned in the outer corner of the right lens captures 3K ultra-HD video at up to 60fps - a significant jump from the 1080p maximum available on the original model. Photos come out at full 12-megapixel resolution with the ultra-wide field of view capturing more of your environment than a standard smartphone lens. Video recordings can run up to 3 minutes per clip, with files transferring automatically to the Meta AI app on your paired phone. The camera includes a privacy LED indicator that lights up visibly whenever recording is active, addressing a key concern for professional environments. For social media content creators in Kenya, the point-of-view footage captured during daily activities, events, and travel provides authentic material that traditional camera setups cannot replicate naturally. Business professionals use the camera for quick documentation of site conditions, meeting whiteboards, product inspections, and reference photos without interrupting conversations or reaching for a phone. Users report that the 3K footage holds up well for Instagram Reels, YouTube content, and professional documentation at full screen size.

Meta AI on the Ray-Ban Meta Headliner Gen 2 works through a simple "Hey Meta" voice command that activates the assistant without touching your phone or glasses. The AI can identify objects and scenes in your environment by looking through the camera, providing real-time information about what you are seeing. Live Translation supports six languages - English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish - with the ability to download language packs for offline use in airplane mode, which is particularly useful for Kenyan professionals traveling internationally. The assistant handles phone calls, message sending, music control, and camera operation through voice commands, keeping your hands free during activities. You can ask Meta AI questions, get navigation assistance, set reminders, and control connected apps without touching your phone. The upcoming Live AI feature allows real-time back-and-forth conversations with Meta AI while it processes what your camera sees, functioning similarly to AI vision features on smartphones but completely hands-free. Celebrity voice options for the AI assistant include John Cena, Keegan-Michael Key, and Kristen Bell among others, providing a personalized hands-free AI experience.

The open-ear speaker system built into the arms of the Ray-Ban Meta Headliner Gen 2 delivers audio directly to your ears without blocking ambient sound - meaning you hear your music, calls, and AI responses while remaining aware of traffic, conversations, and your surroundings. This design is particularly practical in Nairobi's urban environment where street safety awareness matters during commutes. The five-microphone array picks up your voice clearly during calls even in moderate background noise, with hardware noise cancellation that the reviewer from Tom's Guide tested during urban rides confirming clear call quality in most situations. The Conversation Focus feature, arriving via software update, will amplify the voice of the person in front of you while reducing background noise, which addresses the specific challenge of conversations in busy restaurants, markets, and event spaces. Bass-reflex acoustic engineering in the speaker chambers produces richer audio than the arms of glasses would suggest, with users reporting satisfactory music quality for daily listening though not a replacement for dedicated over-ear headphones in quiet environments.

 

 

Available now at Mascom International - Nairobi's trusted source for smart technology and wearable devices. Visit our showroom at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD to try the Ray-Ban Meta Headliner Gen 2 on in person, test the open-ear audio quality, and experience the "Hey Meta" AI assistant hands-free before purchasing. We offer secure countrywide delivery with payment on arrival to all 47 counties in Kenya - order by phone on +254 708 852 521, by email at info@mascomintl.com, or through our website at www.mascomintl.com. Every Ray-Ban Meta Headliner Gen 2 at Mascom International comes with complete manufacturer warranty, the full charging case system, and professional setup support to connect your glasses with the Meta AI app and configure your preferred settings.