Smart glasses are already causing havoc in India

Smart glasses are wearable devices with built-in cameras and screens, designed to look like regular eyeglasses.

In India, their use is growing rapidly, with companies like Meta and Reliance Jio introducing affordable models.

Meta’s latest smart glasses cost $420 in India, while Reliance Jio plans to launch a version priced under $105 later in 2026.

These devices allow users to record videos and take photos discreetly, as they resemble ordinary glasses.

However, their inconspicuous design raises significant privacy concerns, particularly in a country where covert recording and nonconsensual sharing of images are already widespread issues.

The article highlights how these glasses are being misused to target marginalized groups, such as transgender individuals, and are also being adopted by law enforcement for surveillance purposes, further complicating privacy debates.