Of all the designs that make up the Oakley archive, those that belong to the X-Metal series seem to hit fans the hardest. Debuting in the late 1990s with the Romeo, a pair made famous by its role in ...

I was kneeling on top of a pile of sand about a mile into a hike at Colorado’s Great Sand Dunes National Park when the familiar feeling of picture FOMO kicked in. My three-year-old and seven-month-old ...

Oakley’s Meta Vanguard sunglasses are bold, beautifully built and full of promise, but the execution isn’t there yet. The camera can’t replace an action cam, Garmin/Strava integration feels clunky, ...

Imagine this: you’re gearing up for a morning run or heading to a bustling café downtown. You slip on your smart glasses, ready to capture the world around you, stay connected, and elevate your ...

But with the $499 Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses, there's also a new step: deciding what the customizable "action button" should do. The action button isn't even my favorite part of using the glasses, ...

When I’m testing gear, the two biggest questions I’m looking to answer, beyond simply the product’s quality, are: “What is the use case?” and “How will this product enhance my experience out in the ...

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Have you ever wondered what the future of wearable technology looks like? The Meta Oakley Vanguard sunglasses might just be the answer, or at least a glimpse into what’s possible when innovative tech ...

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You may look ridiculous, but the feature set is perfect for gadget nerds who love the outdoors. If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. is a ...

I can hear music when I'm biking! They are workout headphones, sunglasses, and an action camera. Garmin and Strava integration. Lots of influencer-friendly features, like auto-capture for highlight ...