Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses captured footage of people in bathrooms, and human workers watched these videos while reviewing content. The glasses, which look like regular sunglasses but can record video, were supposed to protect user privacy through automated systems.
This revelation comes from workers who reviewed content for Meta. They say the company didn’t properly warn users that real people might see their most private moments. The glasses can record anywhere – including bathrooms, bedrooms, and other intimate spaces.
When Smart Glasses Get Too Smart
Meta marketed these $300 Ray-Ban glasses as a cool way to capture life’s moments hands-free. Users can record videos just by saying “Hey Meta” or tapping the frame. The company promised that AI systems would handle most content review to protect privacy.
But workers say they regularly saw footage from bathrooms and other private locations. Meta allegedly didn’t tell users that human reviewers might watch their videos. The workers claim Meta “concealed the facts” about how much human oversight the system actually uses.
The glasses have a small LED light that’s supposed to show when recording, but it’s barely visible and many people don’t notice it. This means people were filmed without knowing it, especially in private spaces.
What’s Next
Meta hasn’t responded to these specific claims yet. The company will likely face pressure to be more transparent about human content review and add stronger privacy protections. Users might want to think twice before recording in private spaces, knowing real people could end up watching.
