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By Dave LeClair, Jeff Parsons, Mike Prospero Last updated
Live updates from Meta Connect 2026, where we expect to see new smart glasses, VR specs, and updates to Meta's AI and more.

By Jason England Published
“It’s just a phone.” I challenged Qualcomm XR SVP Ziad Asghar on smart glasses privacy and face-blurring tech ahead of Meta Connect. Here is his response.

By Jason England Last updated
“It drives me a little crazy.” Snap CEO Evan Spiegel tells Tom’s Guide why he hates AI-drafted texts from his wife, and how Snap Specs fight 'AI brain fry.'

By Jason England Last updated
Disguised smart glasses are kind of "creepy.” Snap CEO Evan Spiegel tells Tom’s Guide why the new $2,195 Specs look bold and unmistakable on purpose.

By Mike Prospero Published
The audio-only Vonder smart glasses can filter out other people's conversations, but equally innovative is a "mind-mapping" feature that aims to connect everything that happens in your day.

By Scott Younker Published
Meta Connect 2026 is this week and we expect to see at least four new devices alongside new AI services.

By Mike Prospero Published
Ahead of Meta Connect 2026, I spoke with three analysts about what Meta needs to do to help restore the reputation of smart glasses.

By Scott Younker Published
During its announcement keynote, Snap showed off an intriguing performance that made me interested in the Specs glasses.

By Scott Younker Last updated
Snap Specs are finally officially launching alongside a new AI platform that is meant to "anticipate" your needs.

By Jason England Published
I tested the new standalone Snap Specs in Santa Monica. Divisive design and price aside, here is why its palm-based instinctual AR computing is a triumph.
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