In the new age of Industry 4.0 new technologies, digital solutions, and hardware can help improve and optimize industrial operations. However, such innovations can often be met with uncertainty and, as a result, misconceptions and myths can easily emerge.

Hands-free devices (including headsets and smart glasses) are among the technologies that have increasingly been introduced in the manufacturing industry. Nonetheless, there are still many myths related to them. These include misconceptions about their costs and applicability, their safety in different environments, and ultimately, their benefits.