OpenAI CEO criticizes smart glasses, meta reports growth in AI glasses sales

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman expressed his dislike for smart glasses, stating they are uncomfortable due to the presence of cameras and lights. This sentiment was previously shown during the Allen Company's Sun Valley Summit last year, where he denied wearing smart glasses when asked. Meanwhile, Meta, a major player in the smart glasses market, reported $431 million in revenue for its Reality Labs division in the second quarter of 2026, up from $370 million the previous year. The company has also launched a public relations campaign to address privacy concerns related to smart glasses, with Instagram promising to crack down on covert filming. OpenAI, in collaboration with Jony Ive's LoveFrom studio, is developing an AI voice interaction device codenamed 'Sweet Pea,' which Altman suggested may not be in the form of smart glasses. Altman emphasized that some technologies are better suited for desks, pockets, or bodies, indicating a phased release strategy for their AI devices. Despite Meta's efforts, privacy issues continue to draw public attention, with some regions considering bans on smart glasses in public spaces. The company's financial reports highlight that AI glasses sales are helping offset the decline in Quest headset sales, underscoring the growing importance of this technology in the market.