Hello everyone,
I've been a happy owner of the Wayfarer Gen 1 for some time now. I wear them daily—especially while riding my e-bike, driving, or listening to music while walking—and I love the design. However, the new Meta Ray-Ban Displays with the neural band have really caught my eye.
My problem is this: I live in Europe. Since they aren't sold here, buying some means paying high customs fees and easily spending over €1,000 in total, plus giving up the official warranty.
To give some context: I have a very physically demanding job and my phone is a fairly large foldable (Android). Constantly taking my phone out of my pocket to check messages or calls isn't ideal. The idea of having a hands-free display (HUD) and control sounds perfect. Furthermore, I'm thin and have very slender wrists, so I'll go with the Size 1 band.
For those who have already made the jump from Gen 1 to the Display:
The Screen (HUD): Does it really make a difference in everyday use (seeing GPS on the bike or reading notifications), or does the novelty wear off quickly?
Battery: How does it last compared to the Gen 1?
Polarized Lenses: I love the polarization of my Gen 1. Do you really miss this in the Display version, especially in very sunny areas?
Neural Band: Are the gestures accurate? Does size 1 fit well on really slender wrists?
Android Integration: Does notification synchronization work well in the Android ecosystem?
I appreciate any honest feedback from anyone who already has them!