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Want Meta's smart glasses? Trade in your old tech to save big on a new pair - here's how

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Meta is introducing a new trade-in program for its smart glasses.

You can trade Meta glasses or Beats, Apple, and Samsung earbuds.

Values range from about $70 to about $110.

If you're thinking about picking up Meta's latest smart glasses, there's a new program you'll want to know about. For the first time, you can trade in older devices and get credit toward the purchase of new Meta Oakley or Ray-Ban smart glasses.

Meta hasn't officially announced anything, but there is a terms and conditions page for the new program on Meta's site.

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You can trade in the original Meta glasses or a number of different earbuds, including those from Apple, Beats, and Samsung. Eligible devices do need to be in working condition, Meta explained, and must include the charging case to properly charge the device. You can only trade in one device for each new item purchased.

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