Google Glass

Google Glass

Type	Wearable computer
Inventor
Inception
Manufacturer
Available
Discontinued	2015 (consumer version)
Website	[Google Glass Official website]
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Google Glass is a brand of smart glasses—an optical head-mounted display designed in the shape of a pair of eyeglasses. It was developed by Google with the mission of producing a ubiquitous computer. Google Glass displays information in a smartphone-like hands-free format. Wearers communicate with the Internet via natural language voice commands.

History

Google Glass was developed by Google X, the company's semi-secret research and development facility. The project was announced in April 2012, and a prototype was made available to testers in 2013. The consumer version was released in 2014, but it was discontinued in 2015 due to privacy concerns and limited functionality.

Features

Google Glass features a touchpad located on the side of the device, allowing users to control the device by swiping through a timeline-like interface displayed on the screen. The device also includes a camera capable of taking 5 MP photos and recording 720p video. The display is a prism projector that projects a virtual image in the user's field of vision.

Software

Google Glass runs on Android and can run apps known as "Glassware". It integrates with Google services such as Google Now, Google Maps, and Google+.

Connectivity

The device can connect to the Internet via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, and it can pair with a smartphone to access mobile data.

Applications

Google Glass was marketed as a tool for various applications, including:

• Healthcare: Surgeons and doctors could use Glass to access patient records, view medical images, and communicate with colleagues during procedures.
• Education: Teachers and students could use Glass for interactive learning experiences.
• Navigation: Users could receive directions and real-time traffic updates.

Privacy Concerns

Google Glass raised significant privacy concerns due to its ability to record video and take photos discreetly. Critics argued that it could be used to infringe on personal privacy and security.

Discontinuation and Legacy

In January 2015, Google announced that it would stop producing the consumer version of Glass. However, the technology continued to be developed for enterprise applications, particularly in fields like manufacturing and healthcare.

Also see

• Augmented reality
• Wearable technology
• Smart glasses
• Google X

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