The Verge
After backlash, Meta pauses plan to ‘rate limit’ its smart glasses
Friday, July 24, 2026
Meta paused its plan to charge a $20 monthly subscription fee for a smart glasses audio feature following user backlash, according to spokesman Tyler Yee. The feature enables clearer audio between users and runs locally on the device without requiring cloud infrastructure. Meta had not announced when or whether the subscription plan would be reinstated.
