# Smart Glasses Burn Users' Heads

> Smart glasses overheat, risking burns and deaths
- Title: Smart Glasses Burn Users' Heads · Futurism | Shortify
- Summary: Smart glasses overheat, risking burns and deaths Inmo's Air3 smart glasses can overheat during use, causing serious burns.
- Keywords: inmo, air3, smart glasses, cpsc, health canada, overheat, burn hazard, recalled product, science, technology, Smart, Glasses
- Source: Futurism — https://futurism.com/robots-and-machines/new-smart-glasses-burn-heads
- Author: Victor Tangermann
- Published: 2026-09-27T16:01:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: inmo, air3, smart glasses, cpsc, health canada, overheat, burn hazard, recalled product, science, technology
## Smart Glasses Controversy
Smart glasses face criticism for privacy risks and surveillance concerns.
## Inmo Air3 Recall
Inmo recalled its Air3 smart glasses after CPSC warned of burn hazards.
## Overheating Problem
Left arm overheats during extended use, risking serious injury or death.
## User Experience
Reviewers reported burning sensations and pain after minutes of use.

> These glasses retail for nearly $1,100. For that price, I expected magic. Instead, within the first few minutes, they were literally too hot to keep on my face.
## Recall Details
Over 1,600 Air3 units sold in the US face recall due to overheating risks.
## Key takeaway

Inmo's Air3 smart glasses can overheat during use, causing serious burns.