Meta tweaks AI glasses to block recordings when safety light is covered
Meta updates its smart glasses to instantly halt video recording if users block the safety LED indicator, addressing privacy concerns.
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- Meta fixes an issue allowing AI glasses to record when safety lights are covered
- The smart glasses will now immediately stop recording if the LED indicator is blocked
- Privacy risks regarding smart eyewear usage in public spaces still remain
Meta has implemented a fix for its AI-powered glasses to prevent unauthorized and covert recordings by ensuring the device stops capturing footage whenever the safety LED indicator is intentionally obstructed.
Previously, privacy advocates raised significant concerns that wearers could easily bypass the recording notification system—such as placing tape over the white status light—allowing them to secretly film individuals without their knowledge.
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With this software update, the glasses are designed to monitor the status of the LED light, automatically cutting off video and audio capture functions the moment the safety light is obscured.
Despite this new protective measure, privacy experts note that broader concerns regarding the widespread use of smart eyewear in public environments continue to persist.
Source: Ars Technica
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