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Snap SPECS (2026)

Price: $2,195

Release date: September 2026

Snap SPECS (2026)

Overview

Unveiled at AWE 2026 by Evan Spiegel, the Snap SPECS (2026) represent Snap's sixth-generation Spectacles and the first iteration sold directly to consumers. Priced at $2,195, these AR glasses operate entirely standalone, eliminating the need for a cable, tether, or external processing puck through an onboard dual Snapdragon setup split between computer vision and augmented reality tasks.

The hardware utilizes a Swiss TR90 polymer frame housing see-through waveguide displays capable of 16 million colors and a 51-degree field of view, delivering a 7ms motion-to-photon latency and perceived screens ranging from a 24-inch desktop to a 115-inch cinema display. Key features include electrochromic lenses that transition between clear and tinted in 10 seconds, visible light and IR cameras, six microphones, custom stereo open-ear speakers, and on-device Specs Intelligence.

Best for

Consumers and early adopters seeking a fully standalone augmented reality headset with integrated on-device AI and adaptable electrochromic lenses.

Pros

  • Completely standalone operation with no cables or external compute puck
  • Waveguide display with 51-degree field of view and 7ms motion-to-photon latency
  • Electrochromic lenses that transition between clear and tinted states in 10 seconds

Cons

  • High base price starting at $2,195
  • Substantial weight starting at 132 grams
  • Glasses battery runtime limited to 4 hours per charge

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Frequently asked questions

How much do the Snap SPECS (2026) cost?
$2,195 (Preorder $200 deposit; Connected Case bundle $2,395 via Verizon).
When were the Snap SPECS (2026) released?
September 2026. Status: Pre-order.
Do the Snap SPECS (2026) have a display?
Yes: Waveguide see-through, 16M colors, field of view 51°.
Do the Snap SPECS (2026) have a camera?
Yes.
How long does the Snap SPECS (2026) battery last?
4 h, + 4 case charges.
How much do the Snap SPECS (2026) weigh?
132 g.

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