Meta ditches the camera on its newest smart glasses

Meta has confirmed the Ray-Ban Meta Audio Glasses launched at Meta Connect 2026 will not include cameras. This decision removes the ability…

By Vane September 24, 2026 1 min read
Meta ditches the camera on its newest smart glasses

Meta has confirmed the Ray-Ban Meta Audio Glasses launched at Meta Connect 2026 will not include cameras. This decision removes the ability for the device to record video or audio of people in the wearer’s field of view. The hardware focuses exclusively on listening and voice interaction powered by Meta AI.

This move addresses growing public resistance to wearable surveillance technology. Consumers have expressed significant concern over devices that capture footage without explicit consent. By eliminating the camera, Meta aims to reduce privacy friction and potential backlash in markets where such features are contentious. The company states this was a deliberate design choice rather than a technical limitation.

  • The device retains the ability to record the wearer’s own voice
  • It features a 64GB storage capacity for local media
  • Launch pricing is set at 399 pounds
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