Spectacles

What is Spectacles?

Spectacles are advanced augmented reality glasses developed by Snap Inc., featuring see-through waveguide displays that overlay digital content onto the real world. The fifth-generation model operates independently without needing a phone tether, running on Snap OS with dual Snapdragon processors. Equipped with high-resolution cameras, sensors, and multi-modal AI, Spectacles support hand and voice controls, spatial tracking, and immersive shared AR experiences. Designed to connect users through interactive Lenses, these glasses extend Snapchat’s ecosystem into three-dimensional augmented reality.

Key Features

• Standalone AR Experience

  Operates independently with no phone tether, powered by Snap OS and dual Snapdragon processors for seamless AR performance.

• See-Through Waveguide Display

  46° diagonal field of view with 37 pixels per degree resolution, delivering bright, sharp AR visuals with automatic lens tinting.

• Natural Interaction

  Supports hand tracking, voice commands, and mobile app control for intuitive navigation and manipulation of AR content.

• Advanced Sensors and Cameras

  Includes dual full-color and infrared cameras, 6-axis inertial sensors, and microphones for spatial awareness and contextual AI.

• Shared AR Experiences

  Enables multiplayer interaction through shared Lenses, allowing users to play, learn, and work together in augmented reality.

• Extended Snapchat Integration

  Connects with Snapchat to launch immersive Lenses, use AI assistants, and mirror phone apps within the AR environment.

Use Cases

• Social Interaction : Enhance communication by sharing immersive AR experiences and games with friends in real time.
• Creative Content Creation : Create and interact with 3D digital art, animations, and spatial video content directly through the glasses.
• Productivity and Learning : Use AR tools for collaborative work, educational applications, and accessing contextual AI assistance hands-free.
• Entertainment and Gaming : Engage with interactive AR games and immersive media that blend digital elements with the physical world.

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