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Snap launches $2,195 AR glasses 'Specs' with AI features; pre-orders open.
Snap Inc. unveiled its augmented reality (AR) glasses, "Specs," priced at $2,195, featuring dual Snapdragon processors, a proprietary waveguide display, and an AI platform called "Specs Intelligence." The glasses offer immersive experiences like shared whiteboards, 3D shopping, and navigation cues. Pre-orders are now open in the U.S., U.K., and France, with shipments starting this fall.
Key points
- Product Launch (Neutral): Snap introduces "Specs," its first consumer AR glasses, blending features of Meta's Ray-Ban AI glasses and VR headsets.
- AI Integration (Neutral): Specs include "Specs Intelligence," an AI platform that anticipates user needs across devices, enhancing user experience.
- Privacy Emphasis (Neutral): Snap clarifies that Specs do not utilize facial recognition or continuously record media, addressing privacy concerns.
- Pre-order Availability (Neutral): Specs are available for pre-order in select countries, with shipments starting in fall 2026.
Sources
- New type of computer: Snap Specs reveals how its new smart glasses fit into your daily life alongside new AR experiencesTom's Guide · September 16, 2026
- Snapchat launches its own AI — and says Snap Intelligence will 'anticipate your needs'Tom's Guide · September 16, 2026
- Snap launches $2,195 AR glasses 'Specs' with AI features; pre-orders openTom's Guide · September 16, 2026
- Snap Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2026 Financial ResultsBusiness Wire · August 3, 2026
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