Unintended audio recordings reported

Owners of Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses have reported that the devices recorded audio conversations without being prompted by the user. These recordings, along with their transcriptions, were stored in the Meta app, raising concerns about privacy and data security.

Meta claims issue is resolved

Meta stated the problem has been resolved but did not explain the cause or the number of affected devices. The company advises users to manage and delete voice logs via the app settings, though it has not provided detailed information about the nature of the fix.

Reports from multiple users

The issue was highlighted by Android Authority following reports on Reddit, with one user noting the same behavior across three pairs of glasses from two different generations. Other users have also reported similar issues, but the number of affected users remains unclear.

Possible link to software update

One user claimed the unintended activations occurred after a recent software update, though no confirmation links the update to the malfunction. The issue has raised questions about the reliability of the devices and whether they are recording when not prompted.

Ongoing privacy concerns

The incident follows previous concerns about data privacy, including reports that subcontractors had access to intimate videos captured by the glasses. Meta has implemented additional protections, such as preventing recordings when the light indicator is covered, but these measures do not address the issue of unintended voice assistant activation.