Meta Quietly Strips Face-Recognition Code From Smart Glasses App After Public Scrutiny
Meta removed embedded facial-recognition components from its Meta AI app following WIRED's investigation, but questions about the NameTag system's scope and intent remain unanswered.
Google enters audio-glasses market with Warby Parker, Gentle Monster partnership
Google announced AI-powered audio glasses at I/O 2026, built with Warby Parker and Gentle Monster, designed to integrate with Android, iOS, and Gemini.
Google Re-enters Smart Glasses Market with Audio-First Partnership
Google unveiled AI-powered audio glasses co-developed with Warby Parker, Gentle Monster, and Samsung, launching later in 2026.
Smart Glasses Are Everywhere. The Use Case Isn't.
After a year testing dozens of AI-powered eyewear products, The Verge finds the category's main appeal is discretion — and that's not enough to sustain a market.