Meta’s Ray-Ban Glasses Stir Controversy in Court as Zuckerberg Takes the Stand
In a high-profile court appearance, Mark Zuckerberg arrived at the Los Angeles Superior Court accompanied by a notable piece of tech: Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses. As Zuckerberg, dressed in a navy blue suit and tie, walked into the courthouse, his entourage included longtime executive assistant Andrea Besmehn and an unidentified man wearing the smart glasses.
Despite their presence, Meta has refrained from commenting on the choice of accessory. Inside the courtroom, the glasses became a focal point of discussion. The judge firmly stated that anyone caught using glasses to record proceedings would be “held in contempt of the court,” as reported by CNBC.
This is not the first time Meta’s smart glasses have drawn attention during legal proceedings. Last year, during a trial concerning antitrust allegations against Meta, New York Times reporter Mike Isaac tweeted about being reprimanded for wearing the glasses in court.
do not wear camera glasses in federal buildings folks 😞
— rat king 🐀 (@MikeIsaac) April 15, 2025
The trial in Los Angeles involves accusations against major social media firms, including Meta, for allegedly creating addictive platforms detrimental to young users. The case, which includes a plaintiff referred to as “KGM,” claims that Instagram and YouTube exacerbated her mental health issues. TikTok and Snap have reached settlements, while Meta and YouTube remain the defendants.
The court case scrutinizes design elements said to encourage prolonged use among teens. Zuckerberg’s testimony follows that of Instagram chief Adam Mosseri.
Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses have gained popularity, with Zuckerberg highlighting in a recent earnings call that sales tripled in 2025, comparing their impact to the transition from flip phones to smartphones.
Positioned as part of Meta’s AI strategy, the glasses not only capture images and play music but also offer interaction with Meta AI, an assistant that can answer questions based on what users view through the glasses. The New York Times reported last week that Meta plans to integrate facial recognition technology into the glasses.
