The Future of Wearable Computing And Augmented Reality Devices.

 The Basics of Google Glass  Google’s Competition  Possible Applications  The Implications

 Compass  Microphone  Camera/Recorder  Gyroscope  Accelerometer  Wi-Fi and Bluetooth antennas  Touch Panel  Expedition does not include Cellular Antenna

Explore edition available for Developers in early 2013 Explorer Edition = $1500

 Sony  Apple  Microsoft

Rumors are that Apple is developing a wrist technology. Similar to images on the left.

Hands Free Gaming

Seeing your friends

Translation

Medical emergencies

Travel Information

Wi-Fi Detection and Measurement

Speeches and Presentation

Guided virtual tours and image overlay.

Social Mapping and Navigation

Instant product and food information.

 Custom ad experience  The end of privacy?  Is it to distracting?  Effects on transportation?  Issues with taking pictures and videos anywhere without detection.

 We have covered the Basics of Google Glass.  Introduced the Competition.  Looked at the possible Applications.  Discussed the Implications

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