2019.07.25 21:52 GMT+8

First-ever glasses designed to block facial recognition

Updated 2019.07.25 21:52 GMT+8
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The special glasses, dubbed as Reflectacles IRpair, are designed to make users' face unrecognizable even by the most advanced facial recognition technology. /VCG Photo

The world's first light blocking glasses create shades by turning the eye area black and reflect infrared beams, distorting facial data captured from smartphones and cameras. /VCG Photo

The pioneering glasses are made of special optical filters that absorb near infrared light, a vital light for 3D facial mapping, and protect wearer's identity. /VCG Photo

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