Meta Glasses' light to indicate recording is 'not easily visible' says German government report
Meaning that even if you're using them as intended, that doesn't mean people can necessarily see (or recognize) the recording lightIt's not just the lack of brightness. You will receive a confirmation email shortly."},"failureMessage":"There was a problem. With the first generation, the LED "glows, very dimly".
- ▪Meaning that even if you're using them as intended, that doesn't mean people can necessarily see (or recognize) the recording lightIt's not just the lack of brightness.
- ▪You will receive a confirmation email shortly."},"failureMessage":"There was a problem.
- ▪With the first generation, the LED "glows, very dimly".
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Computing Software Virtual Reality & Augmented Reality 'Not easily visible… particularly outdoors and in direct sunlight': Meta Glasses' recording indicators get harshly criticised by German privacy agency, confirming what many feel already — but the light-covering exploit has been fixed, at least News By Carrie Marshall Published 23 September 2026 Meta's firmware update hasn't completely solved the 'pervert glasses' problem When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.
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