Independent iconIndependentAug 28, 2026

Meta launches new update to try and fight the ‘pervert glasses’ backlash

Instagram and Facebook owner's smart eyewear has received sustained criticism for helping enable creepy behaviour and non-consensual filming

Meta launches new update to try and fight the ‘pervert glasses’ backlash

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