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Robert Downey Jr. endorses Snap Specs smart glasses

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Robert Downey Jr., known for his role as Iron Man, has officially endorsed Snap's new smart glasses, Snap Specs. He expressed immediate enthusiasm for the product, stating he was "absolutely sold on Specs within 40 seconds." Downey Jr. is joining the Snap team following this endorsement, and the Snap Specs are now available for pre-order. AI

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Robert Downey Jr. endorses Snap Specs smart glasses

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