One Could Argue That Google Lens Would Be Identifying Only Specific Objects and Discarding the Rest of the Image. but Google Can't Control What Pictures and...
One could argue that Google Lens would be identifying only specific objects and discarding the rest of the image. But Google can't control what pictures and objects people will be scanning, and those information travelling to the cloud (including people, places, etc) will definitely bring privacy and security concerns.
Is Google Lens private?
Obviously, like other activities, Google Lens history is saved privately, and third-parties cannot view your history without your permission.
But really, this free app is just a search engine made for the increasingly augmented reality world, one that leaves me wondering where Google will go next. Cons: Not always being able to recognize an object. No extra components or options other than searching.
Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.