# Why I don't miss the camera on Ray-Ban Meta Audio glasses

A The Verge writer says they do not miss the camera on the Ray-Ban Meta Audio glasses, the audio-only version of Meta's smart glasses. The piece argues that open-ear audio and style may be enough for some users, suggesting cameras are not essential to the appeal of smart glasses.

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## Sources

### Technology
- [The Verge](https://www.theverge.com/tech/1009128/ray-ban-meta-audio-glasses-review-smart-glasses-headphones-wearables) — 2026-10-13T14:00:00-04:00
- [Ars Technica](https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2026/10/ray-ban-meta-smart-glasses-found-recording-audio-without-wearers-consent/) — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:11:50 +0000