Snap has unveiled SPECS: standalone AR glasses with powerful hardware and a price tag of $2195
Snap Inc. has officially announced SPECS — a full-fledged portable computer built into the form factor of augmented reality glasses. The device is already available for pre-order at a price of $2,195, placing it in the premium segment of wearable electronics.
Full autonomy and compact design
The main feature of SPECS is complete independence from a smartphone or external modules. The glasses operate as a standalone device. The weight ranges from 132 to 136 grams, and the body is made of durable TR90 polymer. This makes them one of the lightest in their class among full-featured AR headsets.
Technical specifications
The field of view reaches 51 degrees — an impressive figure for a wearable device. Inside, two Snapdragon processors are installed, ensuring high performance. Signal latency is only 7 milliseconds, which is critical for comfortable interaction with virtual objects. Battery life is up to 4 hours on a single charge, and with the charging case, this increases to 20 hours.
The lenses feature an electrochromic coating that automatically changes the tint level within 10 seconds depending on lighting conditions. This allows comfortable use of the glasses both indoors and outdoors.
Operating system and ecosystem
SPECS run on the proprietary Snap OS with support for gesture and voice control. Users have access to navigation apps, work tools, and educational programs. Developers have received an updated Lens Studio for creating AR effects. AI assistants capable of analyzing the surrounding environment in real time are integrated into the system.
Privacy as a priority
Snap has paid special attention to data protection. The glasses are equipped with an LED indicator that activates when recording video. Most computations are performed locally on the device, without sending data to the cloud. Users can independently manage their sync history and delete recordings.
Deliveries to the US, UK, and France will begin this fall.
Cryptalist Analytics. Snap is betting on the premium segment and full autonomy, which sets SPECS apart from Meta's solutions, which still depend on a smartphone. The price of $2,195 is high, but for a niche product with such hardware, it is an adequate level. It will be interesting to see if Snap can attract developers to its ecosystem faster than its competitors.