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Scott Myers, the former head of Snap's Specs division, has departed from the company just before the anticipated launch of its consumer AR glasses. Breaking News Myers reportedly left Snap after a disagreement with CEO Evan Spiegel, according to sources familiar with the matter. The dispute, described as a "blow-up," centered around the company's strategic direction. A Snap spokesperson confirmed Myers' departure on Reddit, assuring that Specs are still on schedule for release later this year: "Scott Myers has chosen to step down from his role at Snap. We appreciate his contributions and wish him the best in his future endeavors. We are excited to introduce Specs to the world in the near future. Our focus remains on delivering value to our developer partners, community, and shareholders." Myers joined Snap in 2020 to oversee all aspects of Specs, including hardware, software, product development, and operations. His background includes senior roles at SpaceX, Apple, and Nokia, as outlined on his LinkedIn profile. Snap Spectacles (gen 5) | Image courtesy Snap Inc This departure comes at a critical juncture for Snap. In a letter released in September 2025, Spiegel highlighted the upcoming "make-or-break" year of 2026 for the company, with Specs playing a pivotal role in its future. "This moment isn't just about survival. It's about demonstrating that a different approach to technology, one that fosters deeper connections and sparks creativity, can thrive in a world that often rewards the opposite," Spiegel stated. The upcoming consumer version of Specs will mark the company's sixth generation of glasses following the launch of the fifth-gen hardware in 2024. Positioned as true AR glasses (as opposed to smart glasses like Meta Ray-Ban Display), the device is poised to lead the way against Snap's major competitors. Insights and Analysis The reasons behind Myers' departure from Snap remain unclear, with the company refuting the reported "blow-up" with DailyTech and offering no further explanation. This leaves Myers' exit shrouded in mystery, especially on the brink of the company's significant consumer AR glasses debut. There is a recent development that could hint at underlying issues. Myers' departure coincided with Snap's creation of a separate entity, 'Specs Inc,' dedicated to its Specs division. Snap stated that Specs Inc will enable new partnerships and financial flexibility, including the potential for external investments. Additionally, Specs Inc serves to protect Snap from any potential setbacks related to Specs. While the implications of this move are uncertain, the departure of the executive overseeing the release of the fourth and fifth-gen Specs—both featuring displays and AR capabilities—raises questions about confidence in the product's future.

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