Meta rolls out glasses update after moisture-related heat issue
The company is offering free replacements for affected Meta-branded glasses and says Oakley and Ray-Ban models are not impacted.
Meta is distributing software version 130 for its Meta-branded AI glasses after identifying a problem that can make some pairs excessively warm when moisture gets inside. The company described the problem as rare and urged owners to install the update.
The rollout covers the Adventurer, Fury, Starfire, Nova and Capri models. Meta said its Oakley and Ray-Ban glasses are unaffected. It has started notifying owners about the update, which is not yet available to everyone.
A Meta spokesperson compared the software fix to a smartphone switching itself off to cool down. Owners whose glasses shut down because of the moisture issue can receive a replacement at no charge, the company said. A push notification will direct affected users to customer support.
An email to customers reported by 9to5Google said excessive moisture or sweat could trigger the problem. Meta has not disclosed how many pairs may be affected. The company says all its AI glasses carry an IPX4 water-resistance rating, which it describes as protection when worn in light rain.
