Meta Warns Some Of Its AI Glasses May Get 'Too Warm' If They Get Wet
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Meta is rolling out a software update for its AI glasses after a rare issue caused a small number of Meta-branded frames—including the Adventurer, Fury, Starfire, Nova and Capri models—to become "too warm" when moisture or sweat enters the device, and the company is offering free replacements to affected users. Oakley and Ray-Ban versions are not impacted, according to Meta, which compared the fix to a smartphone automatically shutting down when it overheats. The company has begun notifying users and is urging all owners of Meta Glasses to install the update. The episode matters because it raises questions about whether some of Meta's own AI glasses are as water-resistant as advertised, a potential concern for a hardware category the company is betting on. What to watch next is how many users report the issue and whether Meta adjusts its water-resistance claims or design for future models.
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