INMO AIR3 recalled over overheating risks

Ten incidents involving the device heating up have triggered a mandatory recall for the INMO AIR3 Smart Glasses, according to an official notice issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The agency warned that users experienced a burning sensation on their faces and left ears, posing a risk of serious injury or death.

Recall details and repair process

Consumers are advised to cease using the product immediately and contact INMO for a complimentary repair. The company will assist users in updating the system software to version V3.16 online, as stated in the CPSC news release.

Manufactured in China, the AI-assisted eyewear was sold between December 2025 and August 2026 through platforms including Amazon, Inmoxr, and Kickstarter. Pricing ranged from $900 to $1,300 per unit. Approximately 1,643 pairs were distributed in the United States, with another 120 sold in Canada. INMO did not respond to inquiries regarding the recall.

Market context and safety concerns

This action marks the first proper recall of smart glasses in the U.S., a category that has seen significant growth recently. Research firm Omdia reported that about 4.2 million units shipped globally in the first half of this year, with Meta accounting for roughly 3.4 million sales. The majority of these devices were purchased in the U.S., followed distantly by China.

While privacy issues regarding illicit recording have drawn criticism—often labeled "pervert glasses" due to social media influencers using them to film women without consent—the current recall stems strictly from hardware safety failures. One notable incident involved an Instagram user known as “rizzzcam,” identified as Christopher John, who was confronted in San Diego for secretly videotaping people while shirtless.

The broader regulatory landscape has shifted since President Donald Trump returned to power in 2025, seeing a spike in recalls primarily within the food sector. However, the combination of a relaxed regulatory environment and operational laxity among companies suggests that such product safety failures may become more frequent as the smart glasses market continues to expand.