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Inmo Air3 Smart Glasses Recalled Over Overheating Temple That Can Cause Burns

More than 1,600 units affected; 10 reports of burning sensation to face and ear prompt CPSC action

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The US Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced a recall of Inmo Air3 smart glasses after the left temple was found to overheat during extended use, posing a burn hazard. Ten users have reported a burning sensation to the face and ear, prompting the recall of over 1,600 units sold in the US and Canada.

Inmo, a manufacturer of several smart glasses models, has issued a recall for its Air3 product following reports that the left temple can overheat during prolonged wear, creating a risk of serious injury or death from burns. The recall was announced in coordination with the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

According to the CPSC, ten incidents have been reported where users experienced a burning sensation on the left side of their face and ear while using the glasses. No deaths or serious injuries have been reported to date.

The recall covers approximately 1,600 units of the Inmo Air3 sold in the United States and Canada between December 2025 and August 2026. The glasses were sold through Inmo’s website, Amazon, and a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign, with prices starting around $900.

Consumers are advised to immediately stop using the recalled smart glasses and contact Inmo for instructions on how to receive a remedy. The company has not yet publicly detailed the nature of the fix, but the CPSC listing indicates that a software update may address the overheating issue.

The recall highlights ongoing safety concerns with wearable electronics that contain batteries and heat-generating components, as the form factor places such components close to sensitive skin areas.

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Analysis

Why This Matters

  • Smart glasses are an emerging category, and safety defects could slow consumer adoption and raise regulatory scrutiny.
  • The proximity of overheating components to sensitive areas like the temple and ear makes burn risks particularly concerning.
  • A recall affecting over 1,600 units sold through multiple channels, including a crowdfunding campaign, may impact Inmo’s reputation and future product launches.

Background

Inmo is a company that produces a range of augmented-reality and smart glasses. The Air3 model was launched in late 2025 as a premium offering. Smart glasses have been growing in popularity but often include batteries, processors, and displays that generate heat. The CPSC has previously issued recalls for other wearable electronics with similar overheating risks.

Key Perspectives

Users: Affected consumers face a burn hazard during normal use and must stop using the product until a fix is available. Inmo (Manufacturer): The company is cooperating with the CPSC and offering a remedy, likely a software update, to address the overheating without a physical return of the product. CPSC: The commission is enforcing consumer safety standards and ensuring that the company provides an effective remedy to all affected users.

What to Watch

  • The nature of the remedy: whether a software update sufficiently resolves the overheating or if hardware modifications are needed.
  • Any additional reports of burns or injuries that may surface after the recall announcement.
  • Inmo’s response timeline and whether the issue affects other models in its product line.

Sources

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