This whole thing reminds me of Segway. Supposedly revolutionary in concept, more like a novelty in execution.
On Wednesday, April 17, 2013 8:08:18 AM UTC-4, cwpreston wrote: > It's not ready for prime time, either. The battery life isn't where it > needs to be, the display could be so much better, and ultimately they need > to be a stand-alone device that doesn't need to tether to a cell. > > On Apr 17, 2013, at 8:05 AM, Edward Crosby <[email protected]<javascript:>> > wrote: > > Truly. If you had $1500 just lying around would you buy this? > Even though I am tech geek and a Google and Android fan I couldn't see > myself buying this. I'm sorry but it just looks stupid. > > ---------------------------------------- > Have a Better One, > Edward Crosby > http://about.me/edwardcrosby > > > On Wed, Apr 17, 2013 at 7:58 AM, Cary Preston <[email protected]<javascript:> > > wrote: > >> >> http://www.foxnews.com/tech/2013/04/16/google-glass-tech-specs-unveiled/ >> >> Google Glass tech specs unveiled >> [image: Google Glass closeup.jpg] >> >> Google has released the tech specs for its Google Glasses after shipping >> its first batch to developers today. So without further ado, here's what >> you need to know. >> >> The glasses contain a five megapixel camera for photos but films in 720p. >> >> They contain 12 GB of usable memory which is synced with Google cloud >> storage and contains 16 GB of flash memory in total. >> >> The glasses are supported by Wi-Fi and Bluetooth but surprisingly not by >> 3G, which may be a drawback in the short term. >> >> The glasses are compatible with any Bluetooth supported phone; the >> MyGlass companion app, however -- which enables GPS and SMS messaging -- >> requires Android 4.0.3 (Ice Cream Sandwich) to work. >> >> The battery should last about a day during "typical use" however features >> like Google Hangouts and video recording will drain the battery more >> quickly. >> >> The list of specs are missing one crucial thing: a price. Just imagine a >> number that is more than you can afford. You're probably not far off. >> >> However, before you start saving up, you might still have some time on >> your hands before you can buy a pair of Google Glass. No official word as >> to their public availability as yet but if the speculation is correct, the >> specs are expected to be released to the public in about a year. >> >> Google has also released the API (Application Programming Interface) for >> its glasses so anyone can start to develop apps that work in conjunction >> with Google Glasses <https://developers.google.com/glass/about>. >> >> The full list of specs are below: >> >> *Fit >> *Adjustable nosepads and durable frame fits any face. >> Extra nosepads in two sizes. >> >> *Display >> *High resolution display is the equivalent of a 25 inch high definition >> screen from eight feet away. >> >> *Camera >> *Photos - 5 MP >> Videos - 720p >> >> *Audio >> *Bone Conduction Transducer >> >> *Connectivity >> *Wi-Fi - 802.11b/g >> Bluetooth >> >> *Storage >> *12 GB of usable memory, synced with Google cloud storage. 16 GB Flash >> total. >> >> *Battery >> *One full day of typical use. Some features, like Hangouts and video >> recording, are more battery intensive. >> >> *Charger >> *Included Micro USB cable and charger. >> >> While there are thousands of Micro USB chargers out there, Glass is >> designed and tested with the included charger in mind. Use it and preserve >> long and prosperous Glass use. >> >> *Compatibility* >> >> Any Bluetooth-capable phone. >> The MyGlass companion app requires Android 4.0.3 (Ice Cream Sandwich) or >> higher. 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