Time is running out for shoppers to snap up a premium technology freebie from Virgin Media this Christmas. The telecoms giant is offering customers a complimentary pair of Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses, valued at £299, when they sign up for specific TV and broadband bundles. However, this generous promotion is set to conclude on 17 December 2025.
What's Included in the High-Tech Offer?
The smart glasses on offer are packed with advanced features. They boast a 12MP ultrawide camera and open-ear speakers for audio. Connectivity is handled by Bluetooth 5.2 and Wi-Fi 6, while the device offers 32GB of storage and approximately four hours of battery life. A key selling point is the integration of Meta AI, which allows for hands-free photo and video capture, alongside voice-activated assistance.
This enables wearers to make calls, record moments, and stream content directly through the frames. For those not interested in the glasses, Virgin Media is providing an alternative: a £125 bill credit, which could help ease post-holiday financial pressures.
Which Virgin Media Bundles Qualify?
It is crucial to note that not every package from the provider includes this promotion. The deal is attached to several of their key bundles, which are detailed below.
M350 Cinema Bundle & Netflix - Priced at £46.99 monthly, this package includes average download speeds of 362Mbps, over 200 TV channels, and Netflix Standard (with advertisements).
M350 Sport Bundle & Netflix - For £59.99 per month, subscribers get the same M350 broadband alongside a TV package that features nine Sky Sports channels, including Main Event and F1, plus the ad-supported Netflix tier.
M500 Sport + Cinema Bundle & Netflix - At £74.99 monthly, this steps up to average download speeds of 516Mbps. The TV offering expands to include 210 channels, Sky Sports HD, Sky Cinema HD, and Netflix Standard.
Gig1 Max Volt Bundle - The top-tier option costs £84.99 per month. It delivers gigabit broadband with average speeds of 1130Mbps, a WiFi guarantee, and a massive TV selection of 240+ channels and subscriptions, including Sky Sports HD and Sky Cinema HD. It also bundles an Unlimited O2 SIM with worldwide roaming and a six-month subscription to a service like Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video.
How Does Virgin Media Compare for Value?
Industry analysts have provided context on Virgin Media's market position. A spokesperson from Uswitch commented that the provider is "a great option for any household that uses the internet a lot" and praised its extensive TV offering for those wanting major shows, sports, and movies.
However, the same analysis offered a note of caution regarding network reliability. It suggested that a broadband connection on the rival Openreach network—used by providers such as BT, Sky, and TalkTalk—might offer more consistent performance than Virgin Media's own infrastructure.
For consumers solely focused on TV, Virgin is also promoting Sky's Ultimate TV package for £22 a month and its Essential TV package for £15 monthly. Broadband-only shoppers might find competing deals, such as those from Vodafone starting at £25 a month, which also cover up to £200 in exit fees from a previous provider.
With the deadline for the smart glasses promotion imminent, customers have a narrow window to decide if bundling their services with Virgin Media represents the best value for their household this festive season.
