Meta makes AI glasses slightly less creepy with limit on nonconsensual recording
Meta's AI glasses are getting a privacy update after public concerns over nonconsensual recording.
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What happened
Meta has updated its AI glasses to address privacy concerns. The company is closing a loophole that allowed users to record video without the indicator light being visible. This follows criticism of the glasses' potential for nonconsensual recording, which earned them the nickname 'pervert glasses'.
The update comes as Meta attempts to improve the public image of its smart glasses. The Verge notes that Meta is launching a new marketing campaign alongside the privacy fix. PCMag suggests that camera-free smart frames may be the future of the technology.
The update limits the ability to record without consent. Ars Technica notes that Meta is making its AI glasses slightly less creepy with this change. Engadget confirms that the update closes the loophole that allowed recording with the light covered.
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The reporting (6)
- Meta launches new update to try and fight the ‘pervert glasses’ backlash The Independent · 13h ago
- Meta Keeps Trying to Fix Glasses Privacy Concerns With New Update CNET · 13h ago
- 'Pervert Glasses' Are Creepy. Camera-Free Smart Frames Are the Future PCMag · 13h ago
- Meta is closing a loophole that allowed people to record with their smart glasses' light covered Engadget · 13h ago
- Meta addresses ‘pervert glasses’ reputation with a privacy fix and a new marketing campaign The Verge · 13h ago
- Meta makes AI glasses slightly less creepy with limit on nonconsensual recording Ars Technica · 13h ago
Questions people are asking
What is the new update for Meta's AI glasses?
The new update closes a loophole that allowed users to record video without the indicator light being visible, addressing privacy concerns.
Why is Meta updating its AI glasses?
Meta is updating its AI glasses to improve their public image and address concerns over nonconsensual recording.
What other steps is Meta taking to improve the AI glasses?
Meta is launching a new marketing campaign alongside the privacy fix for its AI glasses.
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