Snap plans to launch lightweight AR glasses named Specs in 2026, integrating an ultra-powerful wearable computer using machine learning for AI assistance and shared experiences.
The company believes traditional smartphones are limited in harnessing AI's potential and imagines AI chatbots as a gateway to more immersive, 3D experiences.
Snap is updating Snap OS, the operating system for Spectacles, introducing new features like integrations with OpenAI and Gemini, real-time transcription, and tools for building location-based experiences.
Snap is partnering with Niantic Spatial to create a shared AI-powered world map and introducing WebXR support to the browser, expanding its vision for enhanced AR experiences.