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Snapchat unveiled a new subscription tier, Lens+, priced at $8.99 per month, aimed at enhancing user experiences with exclusive Lenses and augmented reality (AR) features, the company announced on Wednesday. Lens+ builds on the benefits of the existing $3.99 per month Snapchat+ subscription, offering access to hundreds of unique Lenses for creating, sharing, and engaging with Snaps. According to Snapchat’s blog post, the tier includes Lenses crafted by Snapchat and select creators, such as AI-powered video Lenses[…]

Snap Inc., the company behind Snapchat, is set to release its first consumer-focused augmented reality (AR) glasses in 2026, according to sources familiar with the matter. The lightweight glasses aim to blend digital content with the real world, marking a significant step in Snap’s push to lead in AR technology. Unlike Snap’s previous AR efforts, such as the Spectacles aimed at developers, these new glasses are designed for everyday consumer use. The company has been quietly developing[…]