Smart glasses are 'an invasion of privacy' - Meta's are selling better than ever
Summary
Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses, which have a small camera and can show information to the wearer, are currently the most popular smart glasses with over seven million sold. While sales grow quickly, there are concerns about privacy as people have been secretly recorded in public without their permission, leading to lawsuits and criticism.Key Facts
- Meta’s smart glasses are made with EssilorLuxottica and look like classic Ray-Ban sunglasses.
- The glasses have a hidden camera, small speakers, and lenses that display information.
- People can start recording by lightly touching the frames.
- Some users record others without their knowledge, sparking privacy worries.
- Lawsuits were filed after videos made by the glasses were reviewed by workers in Kenya without consent.
- Meta says its terms warn users that videos might be reviewed by humans in some cases.
- Over seven million pairs have been sold, making them some of the fastest-selling consumer electronics.
- Other companies like Apple, Snap, and Google plan to release smart glasses with AI and augmented reality features.
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