Snap to Launch First Consumer AI Glasses, Specs, This Fall for $2,195
Snap is set to release its first consumer augmented-reality glasses, known as Specs, this fall for $2,195. Pre-orders are available now with a $200 refundable deposit, with shipments expected in the US, UK, and France. These standalone glasses feature a proprietary display system, dual Snapdragon processors for computer vision and AR Lenses, and up to four hours of battery life, extendable to 20 hours with the charging case.
Snap is preparing to launch its inaugural consumer augmented-reality (AR) glasses, named Specs, this fall. The new device will be priced at $2,195, with pre-orders currently open for a $200 refundable deposit via specs.com. Shipments are anticipated for customers in the United States, United Kingdom, and France.
The Specs glasses are designed to be fully standalone, meaning they do not require external tethers or battery packs. They will be offered in two sizes: a 47mm model weighing 132g and a 52mm model at 136g. The design includes wide frames and removable inserts to accommodate various prescriptions.
Equipped with visible light and infrared cameras, the Specs feature an LED bar that illuminates when recording is active. Both lenses utilize a proprietary liquid crystal on silicon display technology, offering a 51-degree field of view and capable of showing 16 million colors. The lenses can transition from clear to tinted within 10 seconds.
The device integrates two Snapdragon processors; one is dedicated to computer vision, while the other manages AR Lenses. This configuration aims to provide fast hand tracking, low latency, and responsive interactions for an immersive AR experience. Battery life is estimated at up to four hours, covering activities such as audio/video playback, AI assistance, and Bluetooth notifications. A provided charging case extends the total battery life to approximately 20 hours through four additional charges.
According to Slashdot, Snap first entered the smart glasses market with its original Spectacles in 2016 and has since been developing AR versions. CEO Evan Spiegel had previously indicated a 2026 timeframe for consumer AR glasses and established the smart glasses team as a distinct business unit.
