Meta Preparing to Launch Camera-Free Smart Glasses Amid Privacy Concerns
Meta is reportedly preparing to unveil a new pair of smart glasses without cameras, aiming to address privacy concerns that have plagued its previous models. The camera-free design, codenamed Luna, may help avoid the 'pervert glasses' nickname and could be announced at Meta's Connect event next week with an October release date in two styles: Clubmaster and Burbank. The decision comes amid a PR crisis for Meta due to misuse of its existing smart glasses. Despite having a recording LED indicator, bad actors have found ways to bypass it, leading to harassment incidents and bans from public spaces like New York courtrooms and British pubs. The new Luna model will rely on six microphones instead of cameras, allowing users to interact with AI assistants while reducing the risk of covert video recordings. Meta is also expected to announce AR glasses codenamed Phoenix at Connect next week, which are set for a 2027 release. However, privacy concerns may persist due to always-on audio features and Meta's ongoing trust issues.
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