GoKawiilSnap's Specs AR glasses shed weight, add comfort ahead of $2,200 launch
Snap has updated its Specs AR glasses since a CES prototype, cutting the weight to about 132 grams (4.6 ounces) from roughly 8 ounces and adding spring hinges and two sizing options, 47mm and 52mm. During a recent hands-on demo in San Francisco, the device no longer overheated as the earlier prototype did, following Specs' public unveiling by CEO Evan Spiegel and the start of pre-orders priced at $2,200.
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The redesign suggests Snap has prioritized wearability, addressing one of the biggest practical barriers to smart glasses adoption. However, the reporter's experience indicates that even with physical improvements, Snap still has not clearly defined what Specs is for day-to-day, which could limit consumer appeal despite the hardware gains and steep price.
- Specs now weighs about 132 grams, nearly half its earlier prototype weight.
- The glasses come in two sizes with spring hinges for better fit and comfort.
- Despite hardware improvements, Snap has not clarified a clear daily-use purpose for the $2,200 device.
Snap Spectacles AR Glasses — If you're curious about the next wave of AR wearables after reading about Snap's redesigned Specs, the current consumer Snap Spectacles let you capture and share first-person video hands-free. They're a fun, approachable way to experience camera-equipped smart glasses while the full AR version continues to evolve.and improve its comfort.
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Published there as: “If Snap’s Specs are still ridiculously expensive, they’re also a lot more comfortable than they used to be”
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