Meta sued over smart glasses privacy claims — 6 changes you should make right now
Meta sued over smart glasses privacy claims — 6 changes you should make right now
Publish Date: 2026-03-05 17:24:00
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Last month, I had a lot of fun watching the Super Bowl and translating the Halftime show in real-time while wearing my Ray Ban Meta Display smart glasses. But like others who either own a pair or are thinking about buy them, a new report has understandably set off alarm bells.
A joint investigation by two Swedish newspapers found that human contractors in Nairobi, Kenya, are reviewing footage recorded by the glasses, including some deeply private moments: people undressing, using the bathroom and more.
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TL:DR
Some footage from Meta Ray-Ban glasses is reviewed by human contractors as part of AI training. Users have very limited ability to opt out. The risks are real — but they’re also specific. This is not the first time users have raised privacy concerns. Here’s what you can actually do:
- Check your privacy settings
- Disable cloud processing for photos and videos
- Understand the voice recording situation
- Disable “Hey Meta” if you don’t use it
- Be mindful about when you use AI features
- Don’t leave the glasses on or recording unattended
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Understanding the privacy concern starts with understanding what the glasses actually capture and send — and what they don’t.
The glasses are not always recording. They only activate when you tap the camera button or trigger a voice interaction with the “Hey Meta” wake word. That said, here’s what happens once you do. First and foremost, it’s important to know that when someone…
