Users report that Meta glasses record individuals even when they are turned off.
They seem to be eavesdropping even while inactive. Concerns surrounding the privacy implications of Meta’s smart glasses are troubling users, who claim that these advanced devices are recording conversations even when set to sleep mode. In three different threads on Reddit, users reported that various models of the glasses, designed for hands-free recording and communication, […]
Samsung leak uncovers designs for Android XR glasses
Samsung’s Upcoming Smart Glasses: What We Know It seems like Samsung is stepping into the world of smart glasses with a lighter and sleeker design than what we’ve seen from other competitors. These details emerged from SammyGuru, an independent tech news outlet, revealing that Samsung’s first Android XR glasses are set to allow users to […]
‘NCIS: New York’ Actor Shane Harper Remembers Drinking “Four or Five Glasses” of Milk for a Scene That Was Removed from the Pilot: “I’m Dedicated to My Work, I Suppose”
Shane Harper on His Role in NCIS: New York When Shane Harper put on a plaid shirt, rolled up his sleeves, and adjusted his belt buckle for the camera test of NCIS: New York, he quickly understood the essence of Special Agent Wyatt Sellers. Wyatt, originally from Alaska, arrives in New York after a breakup […]
New York nightclubs prohibit ‘creepy’ smart glasses due to privacy worries
Smart Glasses Face Ban in New York Nightlife Scene It seems there’s a crackdown on “smart” glasses in trendy New York clubs. Following a summer packed with launches from companies like Ray-Ban and Oakley, some of the city’s hottest nightlife spots are implementing strict policies. The new directive? Wearing Meta or Snap’s glasses—which have the […]
Reasons more shoppers are opting to purchase their glasses online
In the past, buying a new pair of glasses involved scheduling an appointment, heading to a nearby shop, and picking from whatever frames were available there. For many, it felt more like a medical necessity than a fashion choice. But that’s evolving. Today’s consumers are beginning to view eyewear similarly to how they might approach […]
Norway could prohibit AI smart glasses in public areas due to growing privacy issues.
Travelers to Norway may soon encounter new limitations concerning the use of smart glasses. The Norwegian government has indicated plans to suggest a temporary ban on AI-enabled glasses in select public spaces, as highlighted in a statement from the Ministry of Digitalization and Public Governance. These limitations could affect areas commonly frequented by visitors, such […]
Smart glasses record pursuit as Tesla speeds through busy pathway
Bystanders in San Diego acted swiftly to catch a man alleged to be driving a stolen Tesla, who reportedly struck a woman and left her with significant injuries while speeding through a crowded pedestrian area. The suspect, Juan Antonio Gonzaba, 39, was seen fleeing the vehicle, which authorities confirmed was taken without permission, and running […]
Women report that their dates secretly recorded them using Meta Ray-Bans as the ‘creep glasses’ trend causes anger.
Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses are raising privacy alarms among singles, especially after reports of men recording their dates without consent, and sometimes even sharing the footage online. Case in point, Courtney McAnuff, a 28-year-old project manager living in Toronto, recounted an experience from a summer date in Manhattan in 2024. The man she met had […]
New app identifies nearby Meta ‘perv glasses’: ‘right to at least know someone is recording’
A new application named Zuckoff aims to alert users if they are in proximity to someone wearing Meta’s controversial AI-powered glasses, which have faced backlash for their potential to allow individuals to record videos of others without their consent. The app was created by programmer Pawel Szydlowski, who was inspired by stories of inappropriate behavior—like […]
Popular NYC nightclub reveals ban on smart glasses
A ban on smart glasses is now in effect. Basement, an exclusive nightclub in Maspeth, Queens, known for its edgy vibe and rigorous entry standards, including a secret “vibe check,” is taking a strong stance against patrons wearing smart glasses. “Anyone bringing smart glasses into the venue, whether they’re wearing them or carrying them, will […]