Meta tested face-recognition software from Rank One Computing, a company selling surveillance tools to police and the US military. The license, obtained by WIRED, suggests a business relationship as Meta explores bringing the technology to its smart glasses.
National Taiwan University disqualified an applicant for using AI smart glasses to cheat on a medical school entrance exam. Two other applicants were disqualified for misrepresenting their Science Olympiad awards. The university reported the AI cheating attempt, leading to revised testing protocols.
Meta swiftly updates its smart glasses companion app to remove dormant facial recognition code ("Name Tag") after its discovery by Wired, amid privacy concerns and previous controversies surrounding the device.
Code for a facial recognition feature called "NameTag" has been found in Meta's AI app, suggesting the company is exploring its use with smart glasses. While not active, the feature could identify people through the glasses.
Meta's AI app for smart glasses contains code for a face recognition feature called "NameTag," which was found by WIRED. Though not yet active, the feature could transform faces into biometric signatures and identify people captured by the glasses.
Ofqual data reveals mobile phones and smart devices are the most common exam malpractice, making up 44% of cases last year. Examples include hidden earpieces and smart glasses with covert text displays.
Potsdam verbietet Smartglasses mit Kameras in seinen Schwimmbädern und Saunen, um Badegäste vor unerwünschten Aufnahmen zu schützen. Das Verbot wird in die Haus- und Badeordnung aufgenommen. Das Personal soll geschult werden, die Brillen zu erkennen, die oft kaum von herkömmlichen Brillen zu unterscheiden sind. Das Verbot reagiert auf die zunehmende Verbreitung von heimlich aufgenommenen Videos, oft unter dem Schlagwort "rizz", in sozialen Medien.
Potsdam verbietet Smart Glasses in seinen Schwimmbädern und Saunen, um die Privatsphäre der Badegäste zu schützen. Das Verbot wird in die Haus- und Badeordnung aufgenommen, und das Personal wird geschult, die Geräte zu erkennen.
Meta has launched its AI smart glasses, Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley Meta, in South Korea. These glasses feature a 12MP camera and AI assistant that can translate signs, identify objects, estimate calories, and recommend fashion items via voice command, potentially serving as a smartphone alternative.
SB C&S launches the "AiLENS V1" AI smart glasses on June 5th for ¥87,780. The glasses feature a Green MicroLED display, real-time translation for 76 languages, notifications, and AI assistant functions via a smartphone app. They also support voice-to-text for users with hearing impairments and have a 10-hour battery life.
Google and Samsung are set to launch their first Android XR smart glasses this fall. Experts predict sales could exceed 2 million units in the first year, capturing nearly 20% market share, though Meta is expected to remain the market leader.
Xreal CEO Chi Xu believes the smart glasses industry is nearing an inflection point, citing improvements in hardware, operating systems, and user interfaces. Despite past financial struggles, Xreal's Project Aura aims to offer functional XR glasses with features like immersive maps and virtual displays, with a commercial launch planned for later this year and an IPO before the end of 2026.
Young women in Germany are being secretly filmed and their videos shared online using smart glasses. This practice, often occurring in public spaces, highlights a legal gap in German law regarding digital violence and privacy.
Google I/O 2026 heavily featured AI, unveiling an intelligent Search box with multimodal inputs, the Gemini Spark digital assistant for task automation, and new Android XR smart glasses. The company also adjusted its AI subscription tiers, introducing a mid-range plan and enhancing existing ones.
Refurbished Viture Luma Pro smart glasses are available for $271 on eBay with code LONGWEEKEND. Other deals include a Nintendo Switch USB camera for $29.99 and the Asus ROG Xbox Ally for $499.99.
Xreal's Project Aura AR glasses offer an immersive experience beyond entertainment, featuring hand tracking, a 70-degree FOV, and a tethered puck. Positioned as a pro-level device, they can function as an external display for laptops, aiming for productivity use cases.
Die Rokid Glasses bieten AR-Display und KI-gestützte Live-Übersetzung. Im Test überzeugen die Funktionen, sind aber teils unausgereift. Die Akkulaufzeit ist solide, die Kameraqualität mäßig. Preis: 569 Euro.
Google announced it will release AI-powered smart glasses in Fall 2026. The glasses, utilizing the Gemini AI model, will offer features like navigation, voice-controlled ordering for delivery services, real-time translation, and smartphone integration.
Google's Android XR smart glasses, launching later this year from Warby Parker and Gentle Monster, offer a clearer vision of smart eyewear. Leveraging deep integration with Google apps and Gemini AI, they aim to surpass Meta's offerings, particularly in translation and navigation.
Google is launching new AI-powered smart glasses this autumn, featuring Gemini integration and private audio assistance. This marks a return to the smart glasses market after the failure of Google Glass over a decade ago, facing similar privacy concerns as competitors like Meta.
Google revealed its first audio smart glasses at its I/O conference, featuring the Gemini assistant. The glasses, a collaboration with Samsung and eyewear brands, aim to compete in the wearables market and will be available later this year.
Google's I/O 2026 event showcased a major push into agentic AI across its services like Search, Gmail, and YouTube. New features include Gemini 3.5, AI video generator Gemini Omni, and 'intelligent eyewear' with audio and display options.
Google announced its first Android XR smart glasses at the I/O developer conference, featuring Gemini AI. The glasses, developed with Samsung and Qualcomm, will be available in the fall and will work with both Android and iOS devices, including iPhones. They will not have a display but will include a camera, speakers, and microphone for voice interactions with Gemini.
Google's I/O 2026 event showcased a suite of AI advancements, including new Gemini 3.5 models, enhanced Search and Gmail features, and updates to Project Aura smart glasses. Key announcements include Gemini 3.5 Flash and Omni Flash models, an always-on AI agent called Gemini Spark, and a "Universal Cart" for unified online shopping.
