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Covering the recording light will stop the camera

An LED lights whenever the camera is recording, and covering it or removing the glasses cuts the recording off rather than simply hiding the indicator.

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What to know

What to know

Samsung says a light on the front of its glasses turns on when the camera records, the same way Meta's Ray-Ban glasses work.

Covering that light stops the recording, Samsung says, and recording also stops when you take the glasses off.

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What changed, newest first.

OutcomeRightIt turned out as reported.
Aug 3, 2026Samsung Newsroom+3 outlets
Confirmed
Jul 28, 2026SamMobilePut a sticker over the light and the camera stops
Jul 27, 2026Android HeadlinesRecording stops the moment the glasses leave your face
Jul 27, 20269to5GoogleAdds both triggers, a covered light and glasses not worn
Jul 22, 2026Digital TrendsWear detection is what kills the camera, not the LED itself+2 outlets
Jul 22, 2026Samsung via Samsung NewsroomStops recording if the external LED is blocked
Confirmed

Frequently asked

Frequently asked

What happens if you cover the recording light?
Recording stops. Samsung says covering the light turns the recording off, and so does taking the glasses off.
Why does the light matter?
It is the only sign people nearby get that they may be filmed. On these glasses, covering it stops the recording.

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