Neowin News Feed for: Spectacles

Snapchat is readying its AR platform with AI-powered Lens Studio and expanded monetization

Karthik Mudaliar — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 19:46:02 +0000

Snapchat's 2025 Lens Fest reveals a bold vision for augmented reality, unveiling AI-driven Lens Studio tools that simplify AR creation alongside expanded creator monetization options. Read more...

Snap introduces Snap OS 2.0 ahead of Specs' public launch next year

David Uzondu — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 15:37:47 +0000

Snap is gearing up for the consumer launch of its Specs AR glasses, and in preparation, the company has announced Snap OS 2.0 with an improved interface and more. Read more...

Snapchat announces cash prizes for AR developers, discount for Spectacles

Aditya Tiwari — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 18:16:02 +0000

Snapchat's new rewards program lets AR developers earn thousands of dollars by participating in monthly challenges. Read more...

Snap announces the fifth generation of Spectacles with 45 minutes battery life

Pradeep Viswanathan — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 05:34:02 +0000

Snap has unveiled the 5th generation of Spectacles, their standalone AR glasses, with significant hardware upgrades and a focus on developer tools. Read more...

Snapchat introduces Lens Cloud and a new version of Lens Studio

Fiza Ali — Fri, 29 Apr 2022 17:56:01 +0000

With its Snap AR community, Snapchat is determined to prove the value and impact of AR by developing the latest Lens capabilities, tools, and infrastructure including Lens Studio, and Lens Cloud. Read more...

Snapchat $230 camera drone 'Pixy' offers simple controls for quick and effortless operation

Alap Naik Desai — Fri, 29 Apr 2022 00:18:01 +0000

Snap, the company behind Snapchat, has announced Pixy, a tiny camera drone that starts at just $230. It has simple controls and doesn't need FAA registration to fly. It operates via the Snapchat app. Read more...

Snap unveils SPS 2021 Spectacles aimed at creators

Paul Hill — Thu, 20 May 2021 22:50:02 +0000

Snap has unveiled its SPS 2021 Spectacles. Unlike other Spectacles devices, the SPS 2021 will not be going on sale, instead, it's being reserved for Lens creators so they can create AR Lenses. Read more...

Snap Inc launches third iteration of its Spectacles sunglasses

Paul Hill — Tue, 13 Aug 2019 15:22:01 +0000

Snap Inc has announced Spectacles 3, its latest iteration of sunglasses. The specs will cost $380 and begin shipping in the fall. The dual cameras capture depth similarly to eyes and record in 3D. Read more...

Snap Inc. announces Niko and Veronica Spectacles models

João Carrasqueira — Wed, 05 Sep 2018 16:38:01 +0000

The company is introducing two new variants of its second-generation Spectacles sunglasses, offering the same features in a more streamlined design that will stand out less in public. Read more...

Snap Inc. unveils new Spectacles, now available for $149.99

Timi Cantisano — Thu, 26 Apr 2018 15:18:01 +0000

Snap Inc. has just announced its second piece of hardware with its revised and updated Spectacles. The new glasses come in different colors, offer a slimmer and lighter frame, and cost $149.99. Read more...

A new FCC filing could indicate Snap Inc is working on a Spectacles successor

Timi Cantisano — Wed, 11 Apr 2018 17:50:01 +0000

Spectacles didn't exactly take the world by storm, but it was an interesting attempt by Snap Inc. Now, it looks like a successor is in the works if a new FCC filing is any indication. Read more...

Snapchat sitting on "hundreds of thousands" of unsold Spectacles

Timi Cantisano — Mon, 23 Oct 2017 23:06:01 +0000

Snapchat's Spectacles were a hot item towards the end of last year. But a year later, the fervor has cooled and it appears that the company is, unfortunately, sitting on a stockpile of units. Read more...

150,000 Snap Spectacles were sold since launch

Paul Hill — Wed, 04 Oct 2017 11:32:01 +0000

In an interview with Walter Isaacson, Snap's CEO Evan Spiegel revealed that the Snap spectacles has shipped just 150,000 units. Spiegel said that hardware will be an important part of Snap's future. Read more...

Snapchat Spectacles have arrived on Amazon in all three colors, priced at $129.99

Timi Cantisano — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 05:06:01 +0000

A year after being announced to the public, Snapchat Spectacles have made their way to Amazon and can now be purchased. The wearable is available in three colors and costs $129.99. Read more...

Snap Spectacles launch in Europe, now available in the UK for £129.99

Andy Weir — Fri, 02 Jun 2017 13:26:01 +0000

Snap's Spectacles - featuring a built-in camera that records short video clips in a circular format, which can then be shared on Snapchat - are heading to Europe, and are already available in the UK. Read more...

Snap unveils its second Spectacles pop-up shop in Southern California

Timi Cantisano — Fri, 10 Mar 2017 04:54:01 +0000

Snap has opened up a new pop-up shop for its Spectacles in Southern California. If buying things online isn't your thing, you can always head to the shop where they will be on sale for $129. Read more...

Snapchat Spectacles are now available to buy online, priced at $129.99

Andy Weir — Mon, 20 Feb 2017 13:34:01 +0000

Until now, the only way to get Snap's camera-equipped Spectacles was to visit the company's NYC pop-up store, or hope a vending machine appeared near you - but that's all changed from today. Read more...

SNAP! The company behind Snapchat files $3 billion IPO

Timi Cantisano — Thu, 02 Feb 2017 23:20:01 +0000

After launching its Spectacles wearable late last year, Snap Inc. has filed for a $3 billion IPO. While it brands itself as a camera company, it's best known for its app, Snapchat. Read more...

A company now offers prescription lenses for your Snapchat Spectacles

Timi Cantisano — Fri, 02 Dec 2016 21:32:01 +0000

If you've needed prescription lenses for your Snap Inc. Spectacles, you're now in luck, as a company in New York offers a solution. The lenses start at $99, but can climb higher depending on options. Read more...

Spectacles take residence in NY with its first pop-up shop

Timi Cantisano — Tue, 22 Nov 2016 02:36:01 +0000

If you've been chasing down Snap Inc's Spectacles, you might finally get a break. The company has erected a temporary pop-up shop in NY, offering proper store hours and open seven days a week. Read more...

Snap Inc. files to list on US stock market, with possible IPO in March 2017

Paul Hill — Wed, 16 Nov 2016 04:36:01 +0000

Anonymous sources have suggested that Snap Inc., Snapchat's parent company, has filed to be listed on the US stock market. The company's IPO could come as soon as March 2017. Read more...

Snapchat's Bot arrives in Big Sur, offering a new chance at obtaining Spectacles

Timi Cantisano — Sun, 13 Nov 2016 21:50:01 +0000

If you've been clamoring for a chance to purchase a pair of Snapchat's Spectacles, the vending machine has just touched down in a new location. Spectacles are priced at $129. Read more...

Snapchat 'Spectacles' are currently only available from this solitary vending machine

Timi Cantisano — Thu, 10 Nov 2016 17:28:02 +0000

Snap Inc. has debuted its Spectacles recording glasses with a vending machine near its headquarters in Venice, California. Spectacles will sell for $129 and be offered in three colors. Read more...

Snapchat unveils its first hardware piece, Spectacles

Timi Cantisano — Sat, 24 Sep 2016 13:58:01 +0000

It looks like Snapchat is ready to release its first piece of hardware, Spectacles. The glasses will allow users to record "circular" video, that will mimic what we see with our eyes. Read more...