Meta addresses privacy concerns in smart glasses with LED recording fix
Meta is addressing privacy concerns surrounding its smart glasses by implementing a technical fix that prevents users from secretly recording by covering the front-facing LED indicator. The update will disable the camera if the light is obscured during recording, closing a loophole that had contributed to the device's negative reputation. This move accompanies a new marketing campaign as Meta seeks to rebuild trust in the product.
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Meta addresses ‘pervert glasses’ reputation with a privacy fix and a new marketing campaign
Meta is addressing privacy concerns surrounding its smart glasses by implementing a technical fix that prevents users from secretly recording by covering the front-facing LED indicator. The update will disable the camera if the light is obscured during recording, closing a loophole that had contributed to the device's negative reputation. This move accompanies a new marketing campaign as Meta seeks to rebuild trust in the product.
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