The glasses work by using infrared light to disrupt facial recognition algorithms. One drawback, the company admits, is that many cellphone camera sensors have an infrared filter. The glasses are not available for purchase, but were designed as a proof of concept only.
From what do a new pair of eyeglasses made by AVG Technologies protect the wearer?
Answer: facial recognition systems
The Czech-based producer of anti-malware and anti-virus software AVG Technologies revealed on March 1 what it is calling “invisibility glasses.” Developed by the company’s Innovation Labs, the glasses are designed to protect the wearer’s identity in the digital age, amidst a growing network of facial recognition cameras, smartphones and other Internet of Things devices.
The glasses work by using infrared light to disrupt facial recognition algorithms. One drawback, the company admits, is that many cellphone camera sensors have an infrared filter. The glasses are not available for purchase, but were designed as a proof of concept only.
The glasses work by using infrared light to disrupt facial recognition algorithms. One drawback, the company admits, is that many cellphone camera sensors have an infrared filter. The glasses are not available for purchase, but were designed as a proof of concept only.
