In the United States, Meta has filed a patent for a hardware privacy mute circuit aimed at enhancing privacy in augmented reality devices. This technology allows users to disable microphones and cameras at the hardware level, preventing unauthorized access. The mute circuit operates independently of software, ensuring that once activated, sensors remain off until a physical signal is received to turn them back on.
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