One day after discovery, Meta pulls facial recognition code from its smart glasses
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Specs

Manufacturer
Meta
Product Type
Smart Glasses
WearablesJun 10, 2026

One day after discovery, Meta pulls facial recognition code from its smart glasses

Summary

Meta removed facial recognition code from its smart glasses just one day after the feature was publicly discovered, following immediate backlash. The company faced legal challenges including class action lawsuits from Illinois and California over privacy concerns with the planned facial recognition capability.

Pros

  • ✓Meta responded quickly to remove controversial feature after discovery
  • ✓Privacy-focused reversal before widespread deployment

Cons

  • ✕Facial recognition code was silently added without transparent disclosure
  • ✕Triggered immediate class action lawsuits in multiple states
  • ✕Raised significant privacy and consumer trust concerns
  • ✕Feature removal suggests planned implementation without adequate user consent

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