Meta Smart Glasses Update Kills Camera Functionality If Privacy LED Is Modified

Meta is rolling out a mandatory update for its smart glasses that disables the camera if the privacy LED is physically tampered with or destroyed. The smart glasses already blocked recording when the indicator light was covered, but users found workarounds by physically altering the hardware. This update comes after intense public backlash regarding privacy concerns and a rise in unauthorized modifications. Meta is also actively removing online marketplace listings and advertisements for services that offer to disable the LED light. The company stated that this is an industry first and that it may pursue legal action against businesses offering these alterations.

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