Grit How Evan Spiegel Is Building the Future of Computing
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Dec 15, 2025 
Evan Spiegel, co-founder and CEO of Snap Inc., discusses his vision for the future of computing through AR glasses. He shares insights on why Snap turned down a $3B offer from Meta, emphasizing the importance of independence and user validation. Spiegel and industry veteran Bing Gordon dive into the potential of see-through glasses for shared computing and multitasking. They address AI's role in enhancing user interaction and the need for tech leaders to confront public anxiety surrounding AI. Spiegel also reflects on maintaining creativity within teams and the challenges of leadership.
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Glasses, Not VR, As The Future Of Computing
- Evan Spiegel argues VR was over-rotated and bulky headsets are a dead-end for daily computing.
- He believes lightweight, see-through glasses are the right form factor to embed computing in the world.
Design For Immediate Utility And Shared Use
- Design AR so it delivers immediate, clear utility rather than novelty like a camera-only feature.
- Focus on shared computing experiences that let people collaborate in the real world.
AR Turns Computing Into A Social Medium
- Spiegel foresees computing becoming shared instead of single-player with AR enabling multiple people to see and build the same digital objects.
- That social dimension is a fundamental shift in how computers will be used.
