Meta is reportedly evaluating the integration of facial recognition technology into its smart glasses developed in collaboration with EssilorLuxottica. According to reports cited by The New York Times, the feature could be incorporated before the end of 2026 and would allow people to be identified using the company’s artificial intelligence assistant.Here’s what we know:
- Meta wants to add facial recognition to its smart glasses. The feature would allow the AI assistant to identify people automatically.
- The tool would be called “Name Tag.” With it, the user could know who someone is by looking at that person while wearing the glasses.
- The information would come from social media networks. The system would likely use data from Facebook and Instagram profiles to identify people.
- It would not be a universal face finder. According to the report, it would not allow searching for anyone at random, but would work within certain limits.
- The technology raises privacy concerns. Facial recognition has been criticized and has led to to lawsuits against big tech companies.
- Governments and civil organizations have warned us of the risks. Experts point out that these tools can threaten anonymity in public spaces if used without controls.
- Interest in smart glasses is growing. Manufacturer EssilorLuxottica is expected to sell more than 7 million pairs, which could increase debates about benefits vs. risks of this technology.
Redaction: Gabriela Carmona Rivera
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