Snap Specs combine smart glasses with rich augmented reality

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1. 2h ago

   Snap Opens Preorders for Specs AR Glasses at $2,195

   Snap has opened preorders for its Specs augmented reality glasses. The standalone device features a see-through waveguide display and a 51-degree field of view. Shipping is scheduled for fall 2026.

   What's confirmed:

   • Snap Specs are priced at $2,195.
   • The device is available for preorder.
   • Shipping for the glasses is expected in fall 2026.
   • The hardware includes a see-through waveguide display and a 51-degree field of view.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Snap wants to pay Robert Downey Jr. $100 million to promote the glasses.
   confidence 90%
2. 4d ago

   Snap Unveils SPECS AR Glasses with US$2,195 Price Tag

   Snap Inc. has launched SPECS, a wearable computer featuring see-through augmented reality for the general public. The device includes AI assistance, productivity tools, and immersive entertainment. Shipments are expected this fall in the US, UK, and France.

   What's confirmed:

   • Snap SPECS are priced at US$2,195.
   • The device is a wearable computer with see-through augmented reality glasses.
   • Shipments are expected this fall in the US, UK, and France.
   • SPECS include AI assistance, productivity tools, and immersive entertainment.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • The device has a 4-hour battery life.
   • The glasses run on Snap OS 2.0.
   • The product has faced criticism regarding its design, comfort, and pricing.
   • Snap unveiled the glasses at AWE on June 16.
   confidence 90%
3. 7d ago

   Snap Unveils SPECS Augmented Reality Glasses

   Snap has introduced SPECS, a wearable computer featuring see-through augmented reality glasses. The device is designed for the general public and includes AI assistance, work tools, and entertainment. It is available for pre-order now and is expected to ship this fall.

   What's confirmed:

   • SPECS are priced at $2,195.
   • The glasses require a $200 refundable deposit for pre-orders.
   • Shipping is expected this fall in France, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
   • The device is a wearable computer with see-through augmented reality.
   • SPECS provide AI assistance, entertainment, work tools, and shared experiences.
   • Snap CEO Evan Spiegel describes the glasses as the beginning of a new era in computing.
   • The glasses are available for pre-order at SPECS.COM.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • The glasses have a bulky design that may bend the wearer's ears.
   • Snap stock fell following the announcement due to mixed reactions regarding the price.
   • The development costs for the glasses were extremely high according to analyst estimates.
   confidence 100%