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Meta Pauses Smart Glasses Subscription Plan Amid Backlash

Updated 2026-07-24 22:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

Following public backlash, Meta has paused its plan to charge a $20 monthly subscription fee for smart glasses that enhance audio clarity. The company's decision comes after concerns over the feature's local operation and cloud dependency.

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Remember when Meta was planning to charge a $20 monthly subscription fee for the smart glasses feature that lets people hear each other more clearly - even though that feature runs locally on your glasses and doesn't require the cloud? Meta has paused those plans, spokesperson Tyler Yee confirms to
2026-07-24 22:27 UTC
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