Meta, whose camera-equipped smart glasses have been among the more successful entrants in the category, is reportedly working on a new model without an integrated camera. According to The Information, the device is being developed under the name Luna and is designed to connect with the company’s AI chatbot and Muse, its AI consumer agent.
What the Luna reportedly includes
The report says Luna omits an integrated camera and instead relies on six built-in microphones to enable voice interaction with Meta’s AI systems. A button on the side of the glasses activates the AI, making the product primarily an audio interface for communicating with the chatbot and Muse.
Why Meta is making a camera-free model
Camera-equipped smart glasses have provoked privacy concerns among some consumers, with critics characterizing them as invasive or even calling them “pervert glasses.” The development of a camera-less model appears to be a response to that backlash, aiming to offer a less intrusive option for users wary of on-device cameras.
Market and business context
The smart glasses market has grown in recent years, and Meta is positioned among the leading providers. Nevertheless, questions about usability, price, and privacy continue to challenge the sector, and many consumers remain uncertain about if or how to use such devices. Meta’s Reality Labs, the division responsible for developing its smart glasses, has continued to post heavy losses: the company’s April earnings report noted that the division is still losing a gargantuan amount.
Potential unveiling
The Information notes that Luna could be unveiled as soon as Meta Connect, Meta’s annual hardware and developer event taking place next week in Menlo Park. TechCrunch contacted Meta for further details; the report did not cite a confirming statement from the company.
Summary
Luna — a camera-free smart glasses concept focused on AI voice interaction — appears intended to address consumer privacy concerns and broaden appeal beyond buyers who accept on-device cameras. A formal unveiling at Meta Connect would likely supply more specifics on features, pricing and availability.
