Spectacles by Snapchat

Originally, Spectacles could only be obtained through Snapbot, a pop-up vending machinesmachine placed near Snap's Venice headquarters, but they became available for purchase online in February 2017. The original Spectacles cost $129 and came in coral, teal, and black finishes.

Several generations of Spectacles have been release since, including the second-generation on April 26, 2018 and the Spectacles 3 in November 2019. The second generation glasses included software updates, water resistance and increased storage. Spectacle 3's introduced a new minimalistic design, hosted two camera to replace the previous stereoscopic camera, and cost $380 USD.

Several generations of Spectacles have been release since, including the second-generation on April 26, 2018 and the Spectacles 3 in November 2019. The second generation glasses included software updates, water resistance, and increased storage. Spectacle 3's introduced a new minimalistic design, hosted two camera to replace the previous stereoscopic camera, and cost $380.

There have been reports stating Snap has plans to release a fourth-generationfourth generation of Spectacles, including augmented reality technology that will be integrated with Snapchat's Lens studio. The studio includes user- and brand-created filters whichthat include 2D designs, 3D objects that utilize augmented reality, and face filters that utilize face detection technology. Snapchat filed a patent in May 2017 which includes a hypothetical future Spectacles version including augmented reality technology.

Spectacles capture video in a circular format, in order to better resemble the human eye's field of view. The glasses work exclusively with Snapchat and are paired via Bluetooth with user'susers' Snapchat accounts by pressing a button on the glasses' frame. Videos taken are stored internally on the glasses and can be individually uploaded to the 'Memories' section of Snapchat.

Spectacle 3 features two HD cameras whichthat have four built-in microphones and can capture 3D photo and video at 60 fps, and four built-in microphones. The two cameracameras allow the glasses to sense depth, which allows users to later edit content with 3D effects on Snapchat.

There have been reports stating Snap has plans to release a fourth-generation of Spectacles including augmented realityaugmented reality technology that will be integrated with Snapchat's Lens studio. The studio includes user- and brand-created filters which include 2D designs, 3D objects that utilize augmented reality, and face filters that utilize face detection technology. Snapchat filed a patent in May 2017 which includes a hypothetical future Spectacles version including augmented reality technology.

Several generations of Spectacles have been release since, including the second-generation on April 26, 2018 and the Spectacles 3 in November 2019. The second generation glasses included software updates, water resistance and increased storage. Spectacle 3's introduced a new minimalistic design, hosted two camera to replace the previous stereoscopic camera, and cost $380 USD.

Spectacle 3 smart-glasses.

Several generations of Spectacles have been release since, including the second-generation on April 26, 2018 and the Spectacles 3 in November 2019. The second generation glasses included software updates, water resistance and increased storage. Spectacle 3's introduced a new minimalistic design, hosted two camera to replace the previous stereoscopic camera, and cost $380 USD.

There have been reports stating Snap has plans to release a fourth-generation of Spectacles including augmented reality technology that will be integrated with Snapchat's Lens studio. The studio includes user- and brand-created filters which include 2D designs, 3D objects that utilize augmented reality, and face filters that utilize face detection technology. Snapchat filed a patent in May 2017 which includes a hypothetical future Spectacles version including augmented reality technology.

Spectacles capture video in a circular format, in order to better resemble the human eye's field of view. The glasses work exclusively with Snapchat and are paired via Bluetooth with user's Snapchat accounts by pressing a button on the glasses' frame. Videos taken are stored internally on the glasses and can be individually uploaded to the 'Memories' section of Snapchat.

Spectacle 3 features two HD cameras which can capture 3D photo and video at 60 fps, and four built-in microphones. The two camera allow the glasses to sense depth, which allows users to later edit content with 3D effects on Snapchat.

• Frame Size: 47 - 25 - 153
• Weight: 56.5 grams
• Camera: 1728x1728px (photos), 1216x1216px at 60 fps (video), 105 degree field of view (2D), 86 degree field of view (3D), F-stop of f 2.2.
• Audio: Four-microphone audio array
• Battery: 70 videos per full charge, fully recharges in charging case in approximately 75 minutes
• Wireless: Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, 2.45/5 GH
• Storage: 4GB flash storage, stores up to 100 3D videos or 1,200 3D photos
• GPS: Built-in GPS and GLONASS
• Lenses: ANSI Z80.3 rated lenses, tinted for 100% UVA/UVB protection, Lens Category 3

Spectacles are smart-glasses developed and manufactured by Snap Inc., first released on November 10, 2016. The glasses sync with a user's smartphone and are capable of recording short video segments that upload to Snapchat.

Originally Spectacles could only be obtained through Snapbot, a pop-up vending machines placed near Snap's Venice headquarters, but became available for purchase online in February 2017. The original Spectacles cost $129 and came in coral, teal and black finishes.

Several generations of Spectacles have been release since, including the second-generation on April 26, 2018 and the Spectacles 3 in November 2019. The second generation glasses included software updates, water resistance and increased storage. Spectacle 3's introduced a new minimalistic design, hosted two camera to replace the previous stereoscopic camera, and cost $380 USD.

There have been reports stating Snap has plans to release a fourth-generation of Spectacles including augmented reality technology that will be integrated with Snapchat's Lens studio. The studio includes user- and brand-created filters which include 2D designs, 3D objects that utilize augmented reality, and face filters that utilize face detection technology.