# Meta Connect 2026: Zuckerberg's next big bet

> Meta launches new AI and glasses hardware at its annual September event, but privacy concerns loom large.
- Title: Meta Connect 2026: Zuckerberg's next big bet · The Verge
- Summary: Meta launches new AI and glasses hardware at its annual September event, but privacy concerns loom large. Meta is pushing forward with smart glasses despite…
- Keywords: meta, mark zuckerberg, meta connect 2026, smart glasses, privacy concerns, muse ai agent, product launch, menlo park, technology, culture, Connect, 2026
- Source: The Verge — https://theverge.com/tech/998457/meta-connect-2026-live-blog-mark-zuckerberg-keynote
- Author: Jay Peters
- Published: 2026-09-23T22:30:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: meta, mark zuckerberg, meta connect 2026, smart glasses, ai, privacy concerns, muse ai agent, product launch, menlo park, technology, culture
## Meta's September showcase begins
Meta Connect 2026 kicks off in Menlo Park with Mark Zuckerberg's keynote focused on AI, smart glasses, and building a future for everyone.
## New Muse AI agent expected
Meta recently launched its Muse AI agent and is expected to share more details about this and other AI developments during the keynote.
## Smart glasses face reputation crisis
Meta's camera-equipped glasses have drawn heavy criticism over privacy and harassment concerns, earning them the nickname pervert glasses.

> pervert glasses
## Privacy fixes already underway
Meta has already rolled out privacy updates and launched a new marketing campaign to address concerns about its smart glasses.
## More updates could come today
Zuckerberg may announce additional privacy features or changes to the smart glasses during his Connect stage presentation.
## Key takeaway

Meta is pushing forward with smart glasses despite ongoing privacy backlash, hoping new fixes and marketing can change public perception.