<p><span data-contrast="auto">Best Buy &#8212; the nation&#8217;s leading electronics retailer &#8212; is bringing Meta Lab @ Best Buy to more than 50 of its stores nationwide. These 900-square-foot experiential spaces give customers a hands-on way to explore Meta’s full product lineup of AI glasses and VR headsets through interactive demos and displays, smart mirrors, personalized fittings and more.</span><span data-ccp-props="{";201341983";:0,";335559739";:0,";335559740";:240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">The first Meta Lab @ Best Buy experiences launch this month, with additional locations rolling out through the summer. Here’s a look at some of the first locations shoppers can experience this summer:</span><span data-ccp-props="{";201341983";:0,";335559739";:0,";335559740";:240}"> </span></p>
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<li><a href="https://stores.bestbuy.com/ca/san-carlos/1127-industrial-rd-140.html"><span data-contrast="none">San Carlos, CA</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://stores.bestbuy.com/mn/roseville/1643-county-road-b2-7.html"><span data-contrast="none">Roseville, MN</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://stores.bestbuy.com/nj/woodland-park/30-andrews-dr-468.html"><span data-contrast="none">Woodland Park, NJ</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://stores.bestbuy.com/sc/greenville/1125-woodruff-rd-272.html"><span data-contrast="none">Greenville, SC</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://stores.bestbuy.com/oh/columbus/3840-morse-rd-295.html"><span data-contrast="none">Columbus, OH</span></a></li>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Meta AI Glasses are designed to be worn and explored firsthand. Customers want to know the fit, feel and experience, which is where demos can make all the difference. More than 50% of Best Buy customers say they want to see Meta’s AI glasses in person before making a purchase. Expanding Meta Lab to Best Buy stores builds on that momentum — giving customers an elevated experience and more opportunities to try out the tech for themselves. </span><span data-ccp-props="{";201341983";:0,";335559739";:0,";335559740";:240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">“Our customers are passionate about experiencing what’s next and they turn to Best Buy to bring it to life,” said Patrick McGinnis, chief merchandising officer at Best Buy. “Meta Lab @ Best Buy is an experience customers can’t find at any other retailer and sets a new standard for how our customers will explore, play with and discover the latest cutting-edge tech.”</span><span data-ccp-props="{";201341983";:0,";335559739";:0,";335559740";:240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">“Best Buy is an incredible partner,” said Christa Wittenberg, vice president of global retail sales at Meta. “Together we’re reimagining how consumers shop the next generation of personal technology. These are immersive, hands-on spaces built for real discovery — where people can experience firsthand just how stylish, fun, and personal AI glasses and VR really are. <span class="NormalTextRun SCXW142657578 BCX8">We want customers to walk in </span><span class="NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW142657578 BCX8">curious</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW142657578 BCX8"> and leave genuinely excited about what’s possible.”â¯</span></span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">In all Meta Lab @ Best Buy locations, customers can work with a dedicated Meta Sales Specialist to learn more and try on the largest assortment across big-box retail. Here’s a look at what customers can expect:</span><span data-ccp-props="{";201341983";:0,";335559739";:0,";335559740";:240}"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{";201341983";:0,";335559739";:0,";335559740";:240}"> </span></p>
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<li><strong>Immersive demos: </strong>Customers can get hands-on with cutting-edge technology as they demo <a id="menuruc" class="fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" title="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/meta/meta-quest/pcmcat1767121486992.c?id=pcmcat1767121486992" href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/meta/meta-quest/pcmcat1767121486992.c?id=pcmcat1767121486992" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Link Meta Quest 3">Meta Quest 3</a>, <a id="menurue" class="fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" title="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/meta/meta-ray-ban-display/pcmcat1770236908692.c?id=pcmcat1770236908692" href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/meta/meta-ray-ban-display/pcmcat1770236908692.c?id=pcmcat1770236908692" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Link Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses">Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses</a>, and more. With Meta Quest customers can get fully immersed in a favorite game, show or workout. Customers can try on Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses and use hand movements to control the glasses without ever taking out a phone. Plus, Meta Sales Specialists are there to guide the experience so shoppers can explore all the features the tech has to offer.</li>
<li><strong>Built-in prompts: </strong>While trying on the <a id="menuru8" class="fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" title="https://www.bestbuy.com/product/ray-ban-meta-wayfarer-gen-2-glasses-with-meta-ai-audio-photo-video-compatibility-clear-lenses-matte-black/bckfsgrx3h" href="https://www.bestbuy.com/product/ray-ban-meta-wayfarer-gen-2-glasses-with-meta-ai-audio-photo-video-compatibility-clear-lenses-matte-black/BCKFSGRX3H" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Link Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses">Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses</a>, shoppers can interact with displays that feature prompts to ask Meta AI and showcase how the technology can be used in everyday life.</li>
<li><strong>Tech-forward displays:</strong> With the click of a button, customers can virtually try on different shades and styles of the Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses using high-tech smart mirrors. In the mirror, customers can see the glasses on themselves virtually, browse frames and colors with the touchscreen or take a photo to compare favorite looks side-by-side.</li>
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