Snapchat parent makes a big augmented reality push

Snapchat parent Snap Inc unveiled its first augmented reality-based Spectacles at the company’s annual partner summit, ahead of rivals Facebook and Apple.

The Spectacles will have dual 3D waveguide displays that will allow wearers to overlay the company’s augmented reality filters, called Lenses, onto the real world. It will also feature four built-in microphones, two stereo speakers, two cameras and built-in touchpad controls. It will also be fully integrated with Lens Studio, the company’s desktop application used to build and distribute augmented reality lenses on Snapchat.