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Snap Sets 2026 Launch for Lighter, AI-Powered AR Specs

The Specs blend Snap OS with AI from OpenAI plus Google Gemini models to serve as a hands-free computing platform

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Snap cofounder and CEO Evan Spiegel wears the the developer version of the Spectacle Augmented Reality glasses. Images of the new "lightweight" version of the Specs have yet to be released.

Overview

  • Snap’s next-generation Specs will debut in 2026 as a consumer version of its developer-focused Spectacles lineup.
  • The glasses feature a reduced form factor and weight, promising greater comfort for everyday wear.
  • Integration with OpenAI and Google Gemini enables real-time translation, games, recipe guidance and other multimodal AR applications.
  • Developers can leverage enhanced Snap OS tools including new Depth Module, Snap3D and speech recognition APIs for richer Lens experiences.
  • A collaboration with Niantic Spatial will power a shared AI-enhanced world map to anchor spatial computing features.