‘Charming and disarming’ … how Meta’s technology-packed Muse harnesses the power of cuteness

Meta chief Mark Zuckerberg reveals the Muse ‘charm’ device during the Meta Connect event in Menlo Park, California, this week. Meta chief Mark Zuckerberg reveals the Muse ‘charm’ device during the Meta Connect event in Menlo Park, California, this week. Guardian journalism is independent. We earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more .

The tech giant has launched a cute ‘little guy’ that can answer emails, book travel or do your weekly food shop

Ellie Violet Bramley Sat 26 Sep 2026 13.09 EDT Last modified on Sat 26 Sep 2026 14.00 EDT Share Prefer the Guardian on Google After the recent backlash against Meta’s so-called “pervert” smart glasses, this week Mark Zuckerberg launched a much cuter alternative: the Muse “charm” device.