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Meta Is Charging a Subscription for Smart Glasses Features. Welcome to the New Era of Consumer Tech

WIRED — AI · July 02, 2026 · International · Privacy Law

You bought the hardware. Now you’ll need to subscribe for “expanded access” to the most advanced features.

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Meta Is Charging a Subscription for Smart Glasses Features. Welcome to the New Era of Consumer Tech

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Nobody Sees the Decision. Nobody Checks the Buyer.

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