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Video footage has documented an incident where a man faced censure from a bystander while secretly recording women on the streets of San Diego, utilizing Ray-Ban AI glasses powered by Meta.
The Incident: Recording Without Consent in San Diego
The video reveals a man wearing Meta’s high-tech Ray-Ban AI glasses, seemingly engaging in a flirtatious conversation with an unwary young woman who is oblivious to the filming.
These $379 spectacles possess multiple functions, including the ability to record and livestream video, make calls, play music, and send text messages.
Initially, the woman mentions having a boyfriend, but the man, identified as “rizzzcam” creator Christopher John, persists in inquiring about her experiences with dating.
A By-Passer’s Intervention
A man walking by in a checkered shirt promptly interjects, repeatedly shouting, “camera,” and gesturing toward the smart glasses. The woman promptly and quickly departs as tensions rise between John and the intervening pedestrian.
The bystander exclaims, “I’ve been waiting for this,” as he attempts to seize the glasses.
John responds defiantly, “Get out the way, bro,” as he endeavors to retreat. The passer-by accuses John, stating, “You’re that dude right? You guys are creeping on those girls over here, that’s you right?”, demanding that John move to a different street to the respect the local community.
Social Media Response
The original video was initially shared on John’s social media platform “rizzzcam,” which boasts over 900,000 followers and has accrued more than 100,000 likes. In the caption, John humorously advised his audience on how handle confrontations stating, “Sometimes people will try to provoke a reaction out of you on stream – but the best strategy is not to respond at all. Stay centered and composed,”.
The clips sparked a mix of reactions from viewers. Some supporters commended his composure, claiming, “He’s just jealous,” “You’ve mastered restraint,” and “You managed that exceptionally well.” Others strongly disagreed
- “He was justified in confronting you,” criticized one viewer.
- “Is anyone finally understanding that covertly recording women with hidden camera glasses is unsettling?” questioned another.
- “Cover up and cease harassing people for mediocre content,” advised another commentator.
- “At last, the harasser is now being hassled,” remarked another viewer.
The Serial Shooter
Previous Controversies
This is not the maiden instance where the digital influencer has faced scrutiny for his contentious street confrontations.
Christopher John, renowned for his shirtless “pick-up” content and ‘point-of-view’ angles, frequently approaches women in public to discuss dating. His videos typically feature females in casual settings such as beaches, nightlife destinations, or returning from the gym.