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Virtual Reality & Augmented Reality

The latest stories, reviews, and analysis curated by the CoreTechDaily editorial team.

Why Meta Smart Glasses' Recording Light Falls Short on Privacy Protection

Why Meta Smart Glasses' Recording Light Falls Short on Privacy Protection

Meta's update stops hidden recording via the capture LED, but low visibility of the light raises privacy concerns, especially outdoors and under EU laws requiring explicit consent.

Sep 23, 2026

Australia Expands Smart Glasses Ban Due to Privacy and Safety Concerns

Australia Expands Smart Glasses Ban Due to Privacy and Safety Concerns

Major Australian councils and schools ban smart glasses in public spaces to address privacy risks and prevent non-consensual recording, with calls for a federal import ban.

Sep 22, 2026

What to Expect from Meta Connect 2026: Smart Glasses Innovations and Privacy Updates

What to Expect from Meta Connect 2026: Smart Glasses Innovations and Privacy Updates

Meta Connect 2026 will showcase new smart glasses, including camera-free models, mixed reality headsets, global launches, and address privacy concerns alongside AI improvements and possible price hikes.

Sep 20, 2026

Why Australia May Become the First Country to Ban Smart Glasses in Government Workplaces

Why Australia May Become the First Country to Ban Smart Glasses in Government Workplaces

Australia is considering a broad ban on smart glasses in government agencies due to significant privacy and security concerns, setting a precedent in workplace tech regulation.

Sep 17, 2026

Snap Specs AR Glasses: Real-World Use, Features, and What to Expect

Snap Specs AR Glasses: Real-World Use, Features, and What to Expect

Explore how Snap’s sixth-gen AR Specs deliver comfort, vivid displays, AI assistance, and useful apps, along with their current limitations and pricing.

Sep 17, 2026

What Meta’s Camera-Free Smart Glasses Mean for Privacy and User Experience

What Meta’s Camera-Free Smart Glasses Mean for Privacy and User Experience

Meta is preparing camera-free smart glasses focused on audio and AI interaction amid privacy concerns, while apps like ZuckOff detect smart glasses nearby to alert users.

Sep 16, 2026

What Meta’s Project Phoenix Means for VR: A Lightweight XR Headset Revolution

What Meta’s Project Phoenix Means for VR: A Lightweight XR Headset Revolution

Meta's upcoming Project Phoenix promises a breakthrough ultra-light XR headset design with external processing, enhancing comfort and productivity for extended VR use.

Sep 14, 2026

How RayNeo iO Smart Glasses Redefine Privacy and AI Interaction Without a Camera

How RayNeo iO Smart Glasses Redefine Privacy and AI Interaction Without a Camera

Explore RayNeo iO’s camera-free smart glasses featuring real-time AI-driven audio transcription, life logging, and enhanced privacy controls, reshaping user experience in augmented reality eyewear.

Sep 13, 2026

Even Realities G2 Smart Glasses: Camera-Free Design Highlights Practical Limits

Even Realities G2 Smart Glasses: Camera-Free Design Highlights Practical Limits

Explore the Even Realities G2 smart glasses that offer a camera-free, discreet design with eye-level monochrome displays, but deliver limited features and inconsistent AI performance.

Sep 13, 2026

What to Expect From Meta's Ultra-Light Project Phoenix Mixed Reality Headset

What to Expect From Meta's Ultra-Light Project Phoenix Mixed Reality Headset

Meta's Project Phoenix headset aims to deliver mixed reality with a sleek, lightweight design by offloading battery and processing power to a separate unit. Here's what this means for users in 2027 and beyond.

Sep 12, 2026

RayNeo GT Max XR Glasses Deliver Enhanced Visuals and Audio at a Mid-Range Price

RayNeo GT Max XR Glasses Deliver Enhanced Visuals and Audio at a Mid-Range Price

Explore how RayNeo's GT Max XR glasses improve visual immersion with Dolby Vision and a wider field of view, plus upgraded audio, all for $429, making premium XR experiences more accessible.

Sep 4, 2026

How to Experience Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas in VR on Meta Quest 3

How to Experience Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas in VR on Meta Quest 3

Explore how a fan-made mod brings GTA San Andreas to Meta Quest 3 VR, the challenges involved, and what this means for VR gaming enthusiasts.

Aug 27, 2026