Snap’s CEO told me he hates getting AI-drafted texts from his wife — so what’s the plan to fight brain fry with Specs?
Snap CEO Evan Spiegel discussed the company's strategy for its new Specs smart glasses, emphasizing the need to avoid inducing 'AI brain fry' in users. Spiegel admitted that receiving AI-drafted texts from his wife, Miranda Kerr, is frustrating, highlighting the tension between AI assistance and human connection. The article explores the balance between using proactive AI features for utility and preserving essential human skills like active listening and critical thinking.
- ▪Snap CEO Evan Spiegel stated that AI-generated messages from his wife drive him 'a little crazy.'
- ▪The company is developing Specs Intelligence as a proactive AI service for its smart glasses.
- ▪Spiegel believes there is no single right answer to how much AI should replace human interaction in relationships.
- ▪The term 'AI brain fry' refers to the passive outsourcing of critical thinking and social presence to algorithms.
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VR & AR Smart Glasses Snap’s CEO told me he hates getting AI-drafted texts from his wife — so what’s the plan to fight brain fry with Specs? Features By Jason England Published 19 September 2026 "I don't think there's one right answer" When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Future) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter We have all received an email or text that feels unnervingly synthetic — polished, grammatically flawless and devoid of human warmth.
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