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Snap unveils its 'Specs': smart glasses that integrate AI and augmented reality

Specs, Snap's glasses, will arrive in 2026 featuring AR, AI, and a lightweight design to compete with Apple and Meta

11/06/2025 12:34:00h

Editorial Team

Snap Inc. introduced new smart glasses called Specs that make a strong bet on augmented reality. The announcement was made at the Augmented World Expo 2025, and the company promises a global launch in 2026.

The device will feature transparent lenses, full integration with artificial intelligence, and can be used as a portable workstation. The company aims to completely change the way people work, create, and communicate.

Person using augmented reality glasses interacting with a virtual interface projected onto the palm of their hand

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What are Specs and what sets them apart?

Specs are lightweight glasses that combine spatial computing, AI, and an immersive design. They will operate independently, with no need for smartphones or other external devices.

Snap promotes them as "the world's most advanced personal computer." The goal is to deliver high-quality immersive AR experiences designed for both leisure and work.

A step forward in augmented reality

They integrate an ultra-powerful portable computer.
They project digital layers onto the real environment.
They allow users to share content and work in real time.

A person with sunglasses touches the side of the glasses while walking down the street, with a music control graphic floating near their head.

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This move by Snap seeks to fully enter a market previously led by Apple, Meta, and Google. With Specs, the company aims to democratize immersive technology with a comfortable and functional format.

The features of the new Specs

Among the standout features is AI assistance in three-dimensional environments. They can also be used as a workstation for browsing, streaming content, and performing complex tasks.

An autonomous artificial intelligence with lights and cables connected to its head.

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Additionally, their design was created to maintain user privacy and facilitate smooth interaction between the physical and digital worlds. Specs will offer an immersive experience without sacrificing comfort.

This is what the Spectacles launched in 2024 are like

Spectacles 5 are transparent augmented reality glasses designed for developers. With them, Snap sought to improve the way people connect, create, and share experiences.

They run on Snap OS, a proprietary operating system, and allow users to use their smartphone as a controller or secondary display. Their weight of just 226 grams (0.5 pounds) makes them a much more comfortable option compared to traditional headsets.

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Technological advancement and optimized design

The device features four cameras that enable precise hand tracking. It also includes an internally designed optical engine that offers a fully transparent AR display.

Thanks to LCoS microprojectors, images appear bright and in high definition. This significantly enhances the immersive experience and makes everyday use easier.

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