Modders are turning Ray-Ban Meta glasses into spy gear

Modders are offering services to physically disable the recording LED on Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses to allow for covert filming. This practice bypasses Meta's software-based privacy protections, raising significant concerns regarding surveillance and consent.
Why it matters
The modification of wearable tech highlights the ongoing tension between consumer privacy rights and the rise of ubiquitous recording devices.
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The report objectively covers a technical trend and its implications for privacy without taking a political stance.
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