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DuckDuckGo's anti-AI sunglasses fly off shelves as a privacy statement
technology17 days ago

DuckDuckGo's anti-AI sunglasses fly off shelves as a privacy statement

DuckDuckGo partnered with Knockaround to launch Normal F---ing Sunglasses, advertised as ‘no camera, no microphone, no AI, no battery, no electronics,’ priced at $35; the initial batch sold out within a week and preorders opened on Knockaround’s site with shipments expected between Nov. 19–30. The move cites concerns over AI ubiquity and privacy, echoing backlash against smart glasses (and following Meta’s own Glasses release). Privacy advocates warn about surveillance risks even as the product emphasizes simple, data-free eyewear.

via USA Today|
#ai#duckduckgo#marketing
DuckDuckGo's Privacy-Promoting Sunglasses Sell for $35 and Skip the Camera
technology19 days ago

DuckDuckGo's Privacy-Promoting Sunglasses Sell for $35 and Skip the Camera

DuckDuckGo rolled out Paso Robles: a $35 pair of sunglasses that never charges, requires no internet, and has no camera by design to avoid filming strangers, contrasting with Meta's camera-equipped smart glasses. Made through Knockaround, they are regular polarized shades with UV400 protection and a lifetime warranty, with shipping/import fees for international buyers; some outlets characterize the launch as a marketing stunt rather than a serious product.

via Boing Boing|
#duckduckgo#marketing#privacy
DuckDuckGo Bets on Low-Tech Sunglasses to Fight Surveillance Hype
technology20 days ago

DuckDuckGo Bets on Low-Tech Sunglasses to Fight Surveillance Hype

DuckDuckGo teamed with Knockaround to release 'Normal' anti-surveillance sunglasses—plain matte-black frames with no cameras, no microphones, no AI, no batteries, and no electronics. Priced at $35, the eyewear is pitched as a privacy-friendly alternative to AI-enabled sunglasses and has reportedly sold well, highlighting growing public fatigue with surveillance tech and data collection. The launch functions as a tongue-in-cheek jab at the controversy surrounding smart glasses from other companies.

via Yahoo News Canada|
#anti-surveillance#duckduckgo#knockaround
DuckDuckGo Unveils No-Tech Sunglasses as Anti-Surveillance Statement
technology20 days ago

DuckDuckGo Unveils No-Tech Sunglasses as Anti-Surveillance Statement

DuckDuckGo teams with Knockaround to sell plain, non-electronic sunglasses labeled as anti-surveillance gear, priced at $35, in direct contrast to Meta’s AI-infused smart glasses that sparked privacy concerns. The product—dubbed the “Normal F***ing Sunglasses”—is real and has sold a notable portion of inventory, a marketing move that underscores growing fatigue with AI and data collection. The Onion mockery is noted in coverage, and DuckDuckGo emphasizes there is no data collection or cloud transmission with these glasses.

via Futurism|
#duckduckgo#meta#privacy
DuckDuckGo’s $35 sunglasses promise privacy with charge-free, app-free design
technology20 days ago

DuckDuckGo’s $35 sunglasses promise privacy with charge-free, app-free design

DuckDuckGo has released the Paso Robles sunglasses for $35 at Knockaround that are ordinary sunglasses, not smart glasses. They require no charging, work without a smartphone app, and don’t rely on an internet connection, all designed to avoid privacy concerns typically associated with camera-equipped smart glasses. The logo sits where cameras would be, lenses are polarized with UV400 protection, and they come with a lifetime warranty. Marketed as a privacy-friendly option, the release is widely viewed as a marketing stunt rather than a true smart-glasses product.

via Notebookcheck|
#duckduckgo#marketing#privacy
DuckDuckGo’s No-Camera Sunglasses Turn Privacy Talk into a Real Product
technology22 days ago

DuckDuckGo’s No-Camera Sunglasses Turn Privacy Talk into a Real Product

DuckDuckGo, in partnership with Knockaround, released Paso Robles sunglasses that have no camera, no microphone, no AI, and no electronics—promising infinite battery life and an offline mode. While presented with satirical undertones, the product actually exists and serves as a PR statement to spotlight privacy concerns, notably as Apple debates cameras in its own glasses.

via 9to5Mac|
#duckduckgo#glasses#pr-stunt
DuckDuckGo Lets YouTube Run Ad-Free Across Platforms with a Privacy-First Player
technology1 month ago

DuckDuckGo Lets YouTube Run Ad-Free Across Platforms with a Privacy-First Player

DuckDuckGo’s latest browser updates enable built‑in YouTube ad blocking on Mac, Windows, and iPhone (Android requires a manual toggle); early tests report continuous, ad-free playback across a range of videos. The system uses community filter lists from uBlock Origin plus DuckDuckGo tweaks, and it can be paired with DuckPlayer—a privacy‑focused built‑in video player that avoids cookies and personalized tracking, offering a smoother, more private YouTube experience.

via Android Authority|
#ad-blocking#browsers#duckduckgo
DuckDuckGo blocks most YouTube video ads by default across major platforms
technology1 month ago

DuckDuckGo blocks most YouTube video ads by default across major platforms

DuckDuckGo’s browser now blocks most YouTube video ads (pre-roll and during playback) by default on iOS, macOS, and Windows, with Android users able to enable it manually. The ad blocking relies on uBlock Origin filter lists plus DuckDuckGo’s own rules and can be used alongside Duck Player’s privacy features. It may cause slightly longer buffering and could require updates when YouTube changes its ad delivery; users are invited to test and provide anonymous feedback.

via BleepingComputer|
#ad-blocking#duckduckgo#privacy
Google’s AI push encounters headwinds as rivals surge and users rethink search
technology2 months ago

Google’s AI push encounters headwinds as rivals surge and users rethink search

Google still dominates search, but rising competition and user caution about AI are reshaping the landscape: DuckDuckGo and Bing are gaining traction, Google Search traffic has softened, and AI features like AI Mode are rolling out; talent exits from Gemini and DeepMind to OpenAI and Anthropic illustrate a fierce AI‑talent war, while Google’s ad-driven revenue funds its long‑term AI bets. Despite the headwinds, Alphabet’s stock remains up over the past year.

via CNBC|
#ai#bing#duckduckgo
DuckDuckGo Gains Momentum as Google Turns Search into AI
technology2 months ago

DuckDuckGo Gains Momentum as Google Turns Search into AI

In the wake of Google's AI-powered search overhaul announced at I/O 2026, DuckDuckGo saw an 18% week-over-week rise in US installs (peaking around 30%), with Apple-device installs up to 70% on a single day and traffic to its no-AI search page up about 23%. DuckDuckGo emphasizes choice over mandatory AI, offering AI as an option via duck.ai while relying on Bing results and its own crawling, framing itself as a privacy-first alternative. The broader AI-search market continues to expand as users seek control over AI integration rather than forced features.

via The Next Web|
#ai-search#apple-ios-27#duckduckgo