Meta's Ray-Ban Smartglasses Face Potential UK Ban Over Privacy Concerns

Meta's Ray-Ban smartglasses, with millions reportedly sold, are becoming a popular gadget but are also drawing criticism as 'pervert glasses' due to privacy concerns. There are discussions about a potential ban across the UK.

7 Aug, 14:49 — 7 Aug, 14:49

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Could Meta’s ‘pervert glasses’ be banned across the UK? - The Latest

With more than 7m pairs reportedly sold in 2025, Meta’s Ray-Ban smartglasses are fast becoming the world’s most popular new gadget. But while supporters say they are transforming photography and accessibility, others have labelled them ‘pervert glasses’, with some UK pubs and restaurants, including Wetherspoons, banning the technology from their premises. Lucy Hough speaks to the Guardian’s deputy Opinion editor Kirsty Major Continue reading...

By Presented by Lucy Hough with Kirsty Major ; produced by Bryony Moore and Sam Gruet ; senior producer Ryan Ramgobin

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Meta's Ray-Ban Smartglasses Face Potential UK Ban Over Privacy Concerns

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