Providing a bevy of campaign inspirations as well as an updated guide on the company's expansion into eyewear, these recent Snapchat innovations highlight the fast-evolving nature of the social platform in a time when its most unique features see challenges from the likes of Instagram and other competitors.
In a unique partnership, Snapchat and Royal Caribbean Cruises have released the SeaSeekers, a scuba mask with Snapping capabilities. A sea-faring version of Snapchat's Spectacles, released in late 2016, the SeaSeekers are currently being tested with the hopes that they can soon be made available to passengers aboard Royal Caribbean ships.
Separately, Bacardi and Major Lazer sought out Snapchat and its massive user base to crowdsource footage for their latest music video. The Bacardi x Major Lazer Snapchat lenses was made available for 24 hours, with fans asked to save and send their clips for a chance to be included in the upcoming video.
25 Innovative Snapchat Applications
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Social Augmented Reality Devices
Snapchat Shared Its Plans to Make Augmented Gadgets & Wearables
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Socially Connected Soda Bottles
These Pepsi Bottles Give Access to Exclusive Filters on Snapchat
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Social Media Pop-Up Shops
This NYC Pop-Up is One of The Few Places to Buy Snapchat Spectacles
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Social Media Drones
After Launching Spectacles, Snap is Creating the Snap Drone
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Messy Mother's Day Ads
Brawny Gave Children Snapchat Spectacles for Its New Mother's Day Ad
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Dreamy Singer-Inspired Social Filters
The Lana Del Rey Filter on Snapchat Features a Flower Crown
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Snapchat-Sourced Music Videos
The Bacardi x Major Lazer Snapchat Lenses Will Invite Fans to Join
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Social Media Location-Sharing Tools
Snapchat's New Snap Map Feature Encourages Social Interaction
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Interactive Makeup Filters
L'Oréal Paris Launched a Valentine's Social Filter to Prompt Engagement
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Sponsored AR Filters
Snapchat's Sponsored AR Filters are Now Open for Advertising
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Ephemeral Football Games
Anheuser-Busch Brought Back Its 90s 'Bud Bowl' Ad as a Snapchat Game
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Millennial Hotel Series
Marriott International's 'Six Days, Seven Nights' Was Revealed on Snapchat
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Social Media Scuba Masks
The Royal Caribbean SeaSeekers were Created in Partnership with Snapchat
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Online Social Media Spectacles
Snap Spectacles Can Now be Purchased by the General Public
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Monetized Business Stories
The New MikMak Campaign Allows Users to Buy Items Via Social Stories
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Social Media Story Updates
The New Snapchat Stories Update Allows Users to Personalize Their Story
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National Park Geofilters
The Parks Canada App Unlocks Hidden Filters at Various Locations
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On-Demand Geofilter Studios
Snapchat's Custom Geofilters Creation Feature is Now Accessible In-App
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Augmented Photography Lenses
Snapchat's 'World Lenses' Adapt to Their Surroundings with AR
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Social Media Fish Labels
Supermarket Chain U Uses 'Fresh Stories' on Snapchat to Show Freshness
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Ephemeral Nature Shows
BBC Planet Earth II is Being Shared in Mini-Episodes on Snapchat
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Social Media Job Interviews
McDonald's Australia is Accepting 'Snaplications' Through Snapchat
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Social Media Site Links
The Snapchat Snapcode System Makes It Easier to Share URLs
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Social University Notifications
UW-Green Bay is Sharing University Acceptance on Snapchat
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Expanded Interactive Social Filters
This Snapchat Feature Allows Users to Apply Filters to Objects
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Developer-Targeted AR Eyewear
The XREAL Light AR Glasses Connect to the User's Smartphone
Horror-Themed Phone Campaigns
Samsung's Join the Flip Side Takes Cues from 90s Horror Movies
Virtual Video Call Makeup
Microsoft Teams Video Calls Now Offer Maybelline Virtual Makeup
High-Performance Sunscreens
Freaks of Nature Protects Outdoor Athletes & Bolsters the Skin Barrier
Minimal Collaborative Dive Watches
Swarch and Blancpain Present the Scuba Fifty Fathoms
Discreetly Connected AR Sunglasses
Everysight Maverick AR Glasses Have a Sony microOLED Display
GenAI Eyewear Shows
Innovative Eyewear Launched the First Generative AI Fashion Show for Eyewear
Retro Mascara Kits
Maybelline's Sky High Mascara PR Kit is Styled Like a Brick Cell Phone
Attachable Eyewear Cameras
The VISOO Spatial Video Camera by Suosi Design is Immersive
Gen Alpha-Focused Eyewear Collabs
Zenni Partnered with FreshCut to Market to Roblox Users
Surfer-Inspired Sustainable Swimwear
Outerknown and Seea Launch a New Swim Collection
AR-Integrated Motorcycle Eyewear
The Blucap Moto Motorcycle Navigation Sunglasses are Connected
VR Tequila Experiences
The Don Julio Apple Vision Pro App Immerses Tequila Enthusiasts
Viral Social Shopping Apps
The Claim App Helps Gen Z and Brands Authentically Discover One Another
Virtual Obstacle Courses
Roblox's Specsavers Obby Lets Players Interact with Branded Virtual Items
Spatial Audio Streaming Interfaces
The Apple Vision Pro Spotify UI by Kyuna Petrova is Immersive
Lighter-Holding Phone Cases
A Celeb Duo Inspired BIC EZ Reach Lighters' Hold the Phone Case
Transforming Liquid-Lens Sunglasses
The 32 Degrees North Muir Sunglasses are Modular
AR-Enhanced Hair Dye Boxes
L’Oréal & Snapchat Brought an AR Packaging Experience to Walmart
Unfiltered Dating Apps
The 'RAW' Dating App Shows a Person's Authentic Self
AR Locker Rooms
Snapchat and Selfridges Created a Pop-Up for Virtually Trying on Sports Kits
LED-Powered Skincare Masks
The Shark CryoGlow Has Blue, Red and Infrared LED Technology
Next-Gen News Apps
Shades is a News and Culture App for Gen Z and Gen Alpha
Mixed-Reality Headset Smartphones
The Caviar 'Vision' iPhone 15 Pro is Apple Vision Pro-Inspired
Bedazzled Crystalline Mobile Devices
These Samsung x Highsnobiety Products are Swarovski-Studded
Sticker-Creating Social Tools
Instagram Releases a New Sticker Creation Feature for Creators
Three-Dimensional Mixed-Reality Displays
Looking Glass Unveils the New 3D Glass Displays
Luxury Spatial Computing Apps
Balenciaga Rolled Out a Storefront App for the Apple Vision Pro
Advanced AR-Powered Binoculars
The UNISTELLAR ENVISION Binoculars Elevate Viewing Experiences
Beauty Innovation Contests
Estée Lauder Launches The Catalysts Program
Craveable Soda Packaging
Sprite is Reviving Its Obey Your Thirst Campaign for a New Generation
NFC-Enabled Face Stickers
Shu Uemura's Limited-Edition Stickers Create Digital Content
AR-Powered Try-On Rooms
Snapchat Unveils a New AR Locker Room at Selfridges Oxford Street London
Magazine-Integrated QR Features
ARCADE Launches the ELLE x Clarks Shoe Visualiser and Experience
Animal-Identifying Binoculars
Swarovski Optik AX Visio Binoculars Has Integrated AI at CES 2024
Gen Z Skateboarding Campaigns
Samsung UK's First Flips Spotlights the Galaxy Z Flip5
AR-Revived Premium Art Projects
Musée de Louvre and Snapchat Presents the Egypt Augmented Project
Historic Fashion Try-Ons
The Design Museum's London Fashion Exhibition Integrates AR Mirrors
Gamified Shopping Apps
Yaysay Combines AI-Powered Personalization & Gamification
Mixed-Reality Makeup Apps
e.l.f. Cosmetics Launches a New Shopping App for the Apple Vision Pro
Visualized Social Streaming Features
Spotify and Snapchat are Launching the Share Track Lens
Futuristic Headgear Designs
Oakley Introduces the Limited-Edition Moonveil Collection
Social Video Reaction Apps
The 'Seen' App Lets Users Capture Footage of Themselves Viewing Content
Scannable Infant Products
SMA Nutrition Introduced NaviLens Codes into its Product Packaging
Biomimicry-Inspired Eyewear Collections
Oakley's Born to Rewild Line Features Plantaris Eyewear
Immersive VR Shopping Apps
Mytheresa Worked with Obsess on New Apple Vision Pro App
Authenticity-Promoting Social Media Apps
The Viberse App Emphasizes Authenticity and Spontaneity
AR Music Concerts
The Rolling Stones Bitmoji Show Lens Promotes a New Album
Mixed-Reality Shopping Apps
StockX Launched an Immersive Way to Shop with the Apple Vision Pro
Tea-Filled Smartphone Lenses
Gold Peak Tea Created a Golden Hour Clip-On Smartphone Lens
Luxury AR Packaging Solutions
Mytheresa Released App-Controlled Innovative Product Packagings
Spatial OS AR Headsets
The Apple Vision Pro Headset Runs the visionOS Operating System
Spatial Computing Shopping Apps
'Alo Yoga' Debuted a New App for the Apple Vision Pro
Accessible Skincare Gift Branding
These NIVEA Gift Packs Feature NaviLens Technology in the UK
Elongated Smartphone Photography Lenses
The SANDMARC Probe Lens Captures Unexpected Perspectives
Travel-Focused Marketing Guides
TikTok Debuts a Playbook for Travel Marketers to Foster Engagement
Cartoon Bear Eyewear Capsules
CAMP's Smokey Bear Eyewear Collection Celebrates 80 Years
Video-Style Chat App Features
WhatsApp Instant Video Messages Enables Quick Communication
Motocross-Inspired Eyewear Campaigns
Oakley's New Campaign Celebrates the Iconic MX Goggles
Gamified Eyecare Campaigns
LensCrafters Debuts Blinky's Eye Odyssey with Adventure & Eye Care
Content Creation Smartphone Accessories
ShiftCam 'SnapSeries' Mobile Creator Gear is Intuitive
Product-Integrated Filters
NYX and Snapchat Launched the 'Beauty Bestie' Shopping Filter
AI-Assisted Cooking Partnerships
Unilever and Be My Eyes Partnered to Support Shoppers
Nature-Inspired Futuristic Sunglasses
Oakley Presents the Plantaris in Collaboration with Satisfy
AR Selfie Booths
BBC's Pop-Up Booth Lets Passersby Try on Augmented Reality Animal Masks
Nautical-Themed Spring Runways
Jawara Alleyne Presents the New SS24 Capsule in London
Invite-Only Social Medias
'Lapse' is a New Invite-Only Social Media Service for Photo Sharing
AI-Powered Music Remixing Apps
Sprite is Reprising its Limelight Music Platform for Consumers
Superhero-Themed AR Sodas Cans
Coca-Cola's Marvel Universe Packaging Boasts Immersive Features
Digital Avatar Cosmetics
e.l.f. Cosmetics & Snapchat Debuted the First Bitmoji Beauty Drop
QSR Eyewear Capsules
KFC x Shady Rays Launched a Unique Three-Piece Collection
Protective Color Cosmetics
Screensaver Makes Color Cosmetics with Blue Light-Blocking Benefits
Image-Based Alternative Social Medias
'Noteit' is a Snapchat-Inspired App for Gen Alpha Users
Immersive Virtual Television Experiences
Television for Apple Vision Shapes the Future of TV
Athletic Training Eyewear
'FalconFrames' Track Eye Movement During Visual Training
Animated Film-Themed Cosmetics
The Revolution Beauty Finding Nemo Collection is Disney-Approved
AR Infrastructure Lenses
This Augmented Reality Lens Reveals Innovation Everywhere in NYC
Bold Collaborative Eyewear Capsules
Ice Studios Joins Port Tanger on a New Collaboration
Camera-Branded Photography Apps
The Leica LUX App Brings the Brand's Prowess to the iPhone
Portable Holographic Displays
Looking Glass Go Shares Memories as 3D Holograms, Not Photos
Social Marketplace Updates
Instagram Launches a Marketplace to Better Connect Brands and Creators
Otherworldly Summer-Ready Streetwear
Palace and Oakley Launch a Summer 2023 Capsule
Interactive AR Experiences
The Sendit App Engaged Gen Alpha on Valentine's Day
Musical Makeup Metaverses
Maybelline's Makeup Your Mix Campaign Immerses Roblox Users
Streetwear-Informed Sleek Sunglasses
The Second Wave of Stüssy Eyegear Makes its Launch
Brand Photography Marketplaces
VSCO Unveils a New Marketplace for Photographers to Find Work
Spatial Storytelling Films
The Apple Immersive Submerged Trailer Teases Next-Gen Video Tech
Spa-Like AR Filters
Garnier's Vitaverse Immerses Beauty Lovers in a Serene Spa Setting
Customizable Content Effects
Google Introduces New Editing Features to the Photos App
Car-Free AR Lenses
Bolt's Feels Like Home Campaign Uses AR to Envision Car-Free Spaces
Personality-Focused Dating Apps
The Bokay App Expands Its Services Across Canada
Friendship-Inspired Desserts
Snapchat and Gelato Messina Created a Special Flavor for Mates Day
Global Eyewear Brand Platforms
Neso Brands Uses Cutting-Edge Technology to Innovate in the Market
In-App Face Swaps
SwapMyFace Lets Users Insert Their Own Faces into Any Picture from the Web
Image-Sharing Social Applications
Lapse is a New Image-Sharing App Loved by Gen Z Consumers
Focus-Enhancing Eyewear Designs
Oakley Introduces the Latch Panel Lifestyle Sunglasses
Private Social Photo Apps
The 'Retro' App Focuses on Mindful Sharing with Select Others
Social Camera Fitness Apps
SnapFit Lets Users Document Their Journey with Photos
Running-Focused Eyewear Collections
Zunnies by Zenni Optical Launched an Active Eyewear Line
Eye-Tracking Interface Smartphones
The Honor Magic 6 Will Feature the Magic Capsule Technology
Hard-To-Read Health Campaigns
A Specsavers Campaign Encourages Movie-Goers to Check their Sight
AI-Powered Visual Searches
Poshmark Incorporates AI Technology for its Posh Lens Feature
Photo-Collecting QR Codes
GuestSnap Uses a QR Code to Collect Guest Photos at Events
Film Industry Networking Apps
The 'BeScene' App Takes a Swiping Approach to Networking
Adaptive Reading Sunglasses
32N Sunglasses by Deep Optics Seamlessly Switch Betwee Modes
Exploration-Inspired Outdoor Collections
Palace and Oakley Unite for an Outdoor Glasses Collection
Elevated Cruise Experiences
Royal Caribbean International's New Star of the Seas Unveiled for 2025
Eye Care Metaverses
LensCrafters Eye Odyssey on Roblox Educates Gen Z About Eye Health
AI Student Chat Apps
Student Life with Zapshot Enhances Communication with Artificial Intelligence
Sunset-Sharing Apps
Sunshare is a Tool for Sharing Sunset Photography Around the Globe
Enhanced Video Chat Platforms
WhatsApp is Elevating its Video-Call Functions with Screen-Shares
Real-Time Night Life Maps
Bardar Provides Real-Time Information on Venues and Nightlife in Sydney
Tech-Equipped Eyewear Designs
Nautica Debuts a Collection of Smart Eyeglasses with Bluetooth Audio
Scuba-Centric Reading Glasses
This Underwater Eyewear Helps Deep-Sea Divers Enjoy Clearer Vision
Social Media-Integrated AI Lenses
Snapchat Launches the New AR Lenses with ChatGPT
Social Vlogging Apps
Shortake Let's Users Capture a Few Moments Every Day
Asian Fruit-Inspired Sunglasses
COVRY & Sanzo Debut Capsule Line Celebrating AAPI-Inspired Eyewear
Accessibile Zoo Experiences
Tallinn Zoo Has Launched a Pilot Project Using the NaviLens App
Influencer-Approved Eyewear Capsules
Z SUPPLY Debuts a Capsule Collection with The Salty Blonde
Pocket Concierge Apps
The Scene Matches Users to Restaurants, Bars, Clubs & Cafes
Eclipse-Capturing Smartphone Apps
Students at WKU Develop the Sunsketcher App Backed by NASA
Social Sun Care Challenges
Cosrx's #LayerYourSPF Campaign Reached Milestone Views on TikTok
Secondary Social Media Features
Instagram is Rolling out the Flipside Feature On User Profiles
Empowering AR Applications
Black Radiance is Unveiling a New Augmented Reality App for Black Women
Time-Lapse Content Apps
Timelapse Provides a Unique Approach to Recording Engaging Content
Video-Friendly Makeup Tools
Rad Camera Applies Virtual Makeup to Enhance Appearance on Video Calls
AI Chat Companions
My AI Offers a New Way for Snapchat Users to Engage Generative AI
Social Sticker Features
Instagram Unveils the New Sticker Features for Stories and Other Content
AI-Generated Image Backgrounds
Snapchat Launches the AI-Powered 'Dreams' Feature
Electrochromic Lens Sunglasses
ONESEC Eyewear Transitions Instantly Depending on the Environment
Social Sharing Upgrades
Snapchat Introduces an After Dark Feature for Dynamic Sharing
Filter Monetization Initiatives
TikTok Launches the 'Effect Creator Rewards' Program for Effects
Social Sticker-Making Features
WhatsApp Launches a New In-App Custom Sticker Maker
Secondary Social Profile Features
Instagram Previews a New Flipside Feature for Private Posting
Social App Feature Updates
Instagram is Moving the Status Update Notes to Profiles
AR Filter Browser Extensions
Snap Integrates its AR Lenses Technology to Chrome Extensions
View-Expanding Scuba Masks
The 'Seeker' Mask Allows For a Near-Natural Field Of Vision
Safety-Oriented Social Tools
Instagram Aims to Protect Vulnerable Teens with its New Safety Update
Creative Collaboration Clubs
Dazed Has Launched a New Social Media App Called Dazed Club
Gamified AI Quizzes
SnapQuiz Offers a Vast Library of Quizzes with Something for Everyone