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‘I’m not spying’: how Meta’s smartglasses have divided opinion

The Guardian UK Thursday 06 August 2026, 04:00 UTC By Nicola Slawson and Rosie Peters-McDonald 1 min read

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While some users say the wearables have changed their lives, critics voice fears over safety and privacyWith more than 7m pairs reportedly sold in 2025, Meta’s Ray-Ban smartglasses are fast becoming one of the world’s most popular gadgets. While supporters say they are transforming photography and accessibility, critics have raised concerns about nonconsensual filming, privacy and data collection.

While some users say the wearables have changed their lives, critics voice fears over safety and privacy

With more than 7m pairs reportedly sold in 2025, Meta’s Ray-Ban smartglasses are fast becoming one of the world’s most popular gadgets.

While supporters say they are transforming photography and accessibility, critics have raised concerns about nonconsensual filming, privacy and data collection.

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