Technology company Snap announced a partnership with chipmaker Qualcomm to develop its latest augmented reality (AR) glasses, known as Specs or Spectacles.
This collaboration is part of preparations for the launch of the wearable device , which is scheduled to arrive at the end of this year.
this partnership, Specs will be powered by the Snapdragon XR platform, namely a chip system made by Qualcomm that is specifically designed for augmented reality and virtual reality devices .
Through this long-term collaboration, the two companies will develop a range of technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI) that runs directly on devices, advanced graphics, and multi-user digital experiences.
Snap CEO Evan Spiegel said Qualcomm technology is expected to deliver high performance for Specs while pushing the boundaries of innovation for developers and users.
The development of these AR glasses has been underway for quite some time. The company that owns the social media platform Snapchat is known to have begun working on the device more than a decade ago.
Since 2024, Spectacles devices have been more focused on developers to build an application ecosystem before launching to the wider market.
This latest move also signals the continuation of the Specs project after Snap previously spun off its AR glasses business unit into a separate entity in early 2026.
