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{{Device Infobox | {{Device Infobox | ||
|image= | |image=[[file:snap spectacles 51.jpg|350px]] | ||
|VR/AR=[[Augmented Reality]] | |VR/AR=[[Augmented Reality]] | ||
|Type=[[Head-mounted display]] | |Type=[[Head-mounted display]] | ||
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|Requires=Spectacles mobile app, Lens Studio 5.0 | |Requires=Spectacles mobile app, Lens Studio 5.0 | ||
|Predecessor=[[Snap Spectacles 4]] | |Predecessor=[[Snap Spectacles 4]] | ||
|Successor= | |Successor=[[Snap Spectacles 6]] | ||
|Operating System=[[Snap OS]] | |Operating System=[[Snap OS]] | ||
|Chipset=Dual Snapdragon processors | |Chipset=Dual Snapdragon processors | ||
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==Introduction== | ==Introduction== | ||
The '''Snap Spectacles 5''' (also known as '''fifth generation Spectacles''') are standalone [[augmented reality]] glasses developed by [[Snap Inc.]], unveiled by CEO [[Evan Spiegel]] at the Snap Partner Summit on September 17, 2024. These glasses represent a major evolution from previous generations, introducing [[Snap OS]], significantly improved display technology, and enhanced AR capabilities while maintaining a focus on social and collaborative experiences.<ref name="newsroom">https://newsroom.snap.com/sps-2024-spectacles-snapos</ref> | The '''Snap Spectacles 5''' (also known as '''fifth generation Spectacles''') are standalone [[augmented reality]] [[glasses]] developed by [[Snap Inc.]], unveiled by CEO [[Evan Spiegel]] at the Snap Partner Summit on September 17, 2024. These glasses represent a major evolution from previous generations, introducing [[Snap OS]], significantly improved display technology, and enhanced AR capabilities while maintaining a focus on social and collaborative experiences.<ref name="newsroom">https://newsroom.snap.com/sps-2024-spectacles-snapos</ref> | ||
Unlike consumer products, Spectacles 5 are available exclusively through the Spectacles Developer Program at $99 per month with a one-year commitment, totaling approximately $1,200. This hardware-as-a-service model reflects Snap's continued focus on building a developer ecosystem before eventual consumer release.<ref name="techcrunch">https://techcrunch.com/2024/09/17/snaps-extremely-large-spectacles-bring-impressive-ar-to-developers-at-99-a-month/</ref> | Unlike consumer products, Spectacles 5 are available exclusively through the Spectacles Developer Program at $99 per month with a one-year commitment, totaling approximately $1,200. This hardware-as-a-service model reflects Snap's continued focus on building a developer ecosystem before eventual consumer release.<ref name="techcrunch">https://techcrunch.com/2024/09/17/snaps-extremely-large-spectacles-bring-impressive-ar-to-developers-at-99-a-month/</ref> | ||
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* '''Dual Processor System''': Two [[Snapdragon]] processors from [[Qualcomm]] | * '''Dual Processor System''': Two [[Snapdragon]] processors from [[Qualcomm]] | ||
* '''Architecture Benefits''': | * '''Architecture Benefits''': | ||
**Split compute workload across stems | |||
**Increased performance | |||
**Reduced power consumption | |||
**Better thermal management | |||
* '''Cooling''': Titanium vapor chambers for heat dissipation<ref name="newsroom"></ref><ref name="uploadvr"></ref> | * '''Cooling''': Titanium vapor chambers for heat dissipation<ref name="newsroom"></ref><ref name="uploadvr"></ref> | ||
===Tracking and Sensors=== | ===Tracking and Sensors=== | ||
* '''Cameras''': | * '''Cameras''': | ||
**2 full-color, high-resolution cameras | |||
**2 infrared computer vision cameras | |||
* '''Tracking Capabilities''': | * '''Tracking Capabilities''': | ||
**6 degrees of freedom (6DoF) | |||
**Seamless hand tracking | |||
**Multi-modal AI support | |||
**Contextual understanding | |||
* '''Sensors''': 6-axis IMUs for inertial sensing<ref name="snapdev">https://docs.snap.com/spectacles/guides/general/technical-specifications</ref> | * '''Sensors''': 6-axis IMUs for inertial sensing<ref name="snapdev">https://docs.snap.com/spectacles/guides/general/technical-specifications</ref> | ||
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* '''Microphones''': 6-microphone array | * '''Microphones''': 6-microphone array | ||
* '''Features''': | * '''Features''': | ||
**Background suppression | |||
**Echo cancellation | |||
**Spatial audio rendering<ref name="snapdev"></ref> | |||
===Physical Design=== | ===Physical Design=== | ||
* '''Weight''': 226 grams (less than half typical VR headset weight) | * '''Weight''': 226 grams (less than half typical VR headset weight) | ||
* '''Power''': | * '''Power''': | ||
**45 minutes continuous standalone runtime | |||
**USB-C port on stem for extended use with power bank | |||
**Hot-swappable power support (internal battery maintains operation) | |||
* '''Thermal Management''': Titanium vapor chambers | * '''Thermal Management''': Titanium vapor chambers | ||
* '''Form Factor''': Traditional glasses design (though notably thick)<ref name="techcrunch"></ref><ref name="localjoost">https://localjoost.github.io/Snap-Spectacles-2024-my-take-after-a-month-of-spare-time-development/</ref> | * '''Form Factor''': Traditional glasses design (though notably thick)<ref name="techcrunch"></ref><ref name="localjoost">https://localjoost.github.io/Snap-Spectacles-2024-my-take-after-a-month-of-spare-time-development/</ref> | ||
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* USB-C to C charging cable | * USB-C to C charging cable | ||
* Optional prescription insert available<ref name="snapdev"></ref> | * Optional prescription insert available<ref name="snapdev"></ref> | ||
==Images== | |||
<gallery mode="packed"> | |||
File:snap spectacles 55.jpg | |||
File:snap spectacles 54.jpg | |||
File:snap spectacles 53.jpg | |||
File:snap spectacles 52.jpg | |||
File:snap spectacles 51.jpg | |||
</gallery> | |||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
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</references> | </references> | ||
[[Category:Devices]] | |||
[[Category:Augmented Reality Devices]] | [[Category:Augmented Reality Devices]] | ||
[[Category:AR Glasses]] | |||
[[Category:Head-mounted Displays]] | [[Category:Head-mounted Displays]] | ||
[[Category:Developer Kits]] | [[Category:Developer Kits]] | ||
[[Category:Snap Inc.]] | [[Category:Snap Inc.]] | ||
[[Category:2024 in Technology]] | [[Category:2024 in Technology]] | ||