Meta has addressed a privacy loophole in its smart glasses, ensuring that the camera stops recording if the front-facing LED is covered during a recording. This move comes after concerns over covert recording, with some wearers previously able to bypass restrictions by covering the LED after starting a recording.

According to Alex Himel, Meta's vice president of augmented reality, the company is committed to making the capture LED a reliable way to alert others when photos or videos are being taken. He notes that only a minority of users attempt to bypass these protections, indicating that the current measures are effective.

The updated smart glasses have faced criticism for privacy concerns, with incidents of wearers filming others without consent and conducting social media pranks. A global campaign against the glasses has emerged, driven by these concerns, along with reports of a potential facial recognition feature.

In a bid to raise awareness, Meta is launching a marketing campaign in areas where the glasses have been popular. Billboards and videos highlight the importance of the capture LED, emphasizing that 'no light' means 'no capture.' The campaign aims to inform users about the function of the LED, aiming to counteract negative perceptions.