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Robert Downey Jr. Signs On as Pitchman for Snap’s $2,200 Specs AR Glasses

Robert Downey Jr., whose famous portrayal of Marvel’s Iron Man had him decked out with a variety of high-tech gadgetry, is donning Snap’s Specs…

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Variety reports: Robert Downey Jr., whose famous portrayal of Marvel’s Iron Man had him decked out with a variety of high-tech gadgetry, is donning Snap’s Specs augmented-reality glasses in a new role as lead spokesman for the devices.

Downey Jr.’s partnership with Specs kicked off with a collection of original episodes featuring him showing off the tech.

This entertainment story centres on the United States. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Robert Downey Jr, Specs AR Glasses and Signs On.

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United States · Americas
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Robert Downey Jr, Specs AR Glasses, Signs On, Pitchman for Snap
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