A new Apple patent reveals that Apple Glasses could emit audio or haptic alerts when recording, but the signals are intended only for the wearer, not bystanders. This addresses a minor privacy concern compared to the broader issues raised by Meta Ray-Bans. The patent, " Secure Audio Indicators For Electronic Devices", focuses on using sound rather than a visual indicator to confirm recording status.

It also includes security measures to prevent spoofing by malware or third parties. The application describes using a microphone to verify the speaker output to ensure authenticity, and also suggests haptic feedback for sight-impaired users. The patent is credited to three inventors, including **David M.

Tremblay, known for previous work on Apple Watch detection. While the patent may seem limited, it shows Apple's deep consideration of privacy risks in smart glasses. The patent number is US-20260236218-A1** .

The patent application was published recently and aims to solve the problem of users forgetting they are recording. However, it does not alert others around them, which could be a drawback. Apple is working to differentiate itself from Meta's approach.