Meta is preparing to expand its wearable portfolio with a camera-free pair of smart glasses, codenamed “Luna,” aimed at mitigating privacy and surveillance concerns associated with head-worn cameras. According to a report from The Information, the company plans to preview the device at its annual Meta Connect conference on September 23 and 24, with commercial shipments expected to begin as early as October.
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Designed to prioritize voice interaction over visual capture, Luna completely eliminates the camera sensor while retaining core AI and audio functionality. The frames will feature six built-in microphones, directional open-ear speakers, and a dedicated physical action button on the temple to quickly activate Meta AI.
By removing the camera module and reducing internal battery constraints, Meta has engineered a significantly slimmer frame architecture that closely resembles traditional, non-connected eyewear. The device will reportedly launch in two classic frame styles: Clubmaster and Burbank.
The decision to introduce a camera-free variant follows sustained public friction and privacy concerns surrounding camera-equipped wearables. Despite Meta implementing safety measures on existing models, such as mandatory recording LEDs, which received software updates in August to prevent users from taping over or tampering with the light, the presence of integrated lenses continues to generate social discomfort and consumer hesitancy in public spaces.
By offering an audio-centric model, Meta aims to lower the barrier to entry for users seeking hands-free access to AI assistants, voice calls, and media playback without the social stigma or privacy liabilities associated with onboard cameras.
