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Hacking Reality: Ethics and Implications of AR Tech

This chapter humorously examines a social experiment where college students hacked Meta's Ray Bands to enable live streaming and facial recognition. The discussion highlights the allure and ethical concerns of augmented reality technology, particularly in how it could affect privacy and social interactions. Additionally, it touches on the backlash faced by Sonos over a poorly received app, emphasizing the importance of addressing user experience and internal feedback.

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