The Google AR glasses have started field testing. According to Google CEO Sundar Pichai, they have been working on this project for some time. They are now ready to start field testing and ensure everything is working properly before releasing it publicly. This is part of the company's aim to make Google glasses as affordable as possible and make them available to a larger number of people.
The device is a headset that runs Android and, when combined with an external camera, allows users to experience virtual reality (VR) in a new way. The field testing will be held in different locations and over a period of time to help them improve the product. In this article, we will give you more details about what Google Glasses consists of and answer some common questions people ask about the device.
Which are the Tech Specs?
As mentioned above, Google Glass is a wearable computer that can be paired with smartphones and other devices. It features a tiny camera and display screen, powered by Google's Android operating system.
The device has a built-in speaker and microphone, which can be used to make video calls or record audio in addition to taking photos and viewing information on the go.
The device can receive and process information from various sensors around the user's environment, including GPS, accelerometer, compass, and other sensors.
It connects wirelessly to smartphones via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. Google Glass also has its mobile app for accessing services like Gmail, YouTube, Maps, and Calendar.
The device includes a touchpad which acts as a control system for navigation and other functions such as holding up directions to be read aloud by the wearer (for example, "turn left at the next corner").
The touchpad can also be used as an input button for apps such as typing messages into instant messaging programs like Facebook Messenger or using apps that require touch controls such as those that allow users to draw shapes on the screen through their fingers without needing any other input device like a mouse or trackpad.
When is the Release Date?
The company has not yet announced a release date for the device, but it is expected to be released in 2024.
However, before Google AR Glass, Google had worked on other similar projects. For instance, in 2012, Google started working on Project Tango with the help of Nokia and Intel. This project aimed to create a smartphone that could be used in augmented reality applications. At first, it was called Project Ara and later became Google Glass 2.0.
After several prototypes that failed to impress their makers, Google returned to the drawing board. They redesigned the product from scratch using better materials and more advanced technology like machine vision recognition cameras and sensors. These machines could measure your speed and distance traveled while walking or running around for your glasses to calculate the best route for each user.
It took them almost four years after its inception before they finally released their first version of Google Glass 2.0 as we know it today, which was announced in 2016. They also announced they would be releasing new versions of it every year so that they can keep improving it until there are no bugs left over.
How Much Does Google AR Glasses Cost?
The current cost of Google Glasses is approximately $1,500. This includes the purchase of the parts, labor, and manufacturing costs.
The most expensive part of making these glasses is the lenses themselves. The lenses are made from scratch and then coated with a special film that allows them to work in augmented reality. This coating process can cost up to $500 per lens.
There are also other factors that affect the price of these glasses, such as the number of units being produced, how much demand there is for them at the consumer level, what type of device you want to use, how many features you want, and how many people who want them will actually be able to buy them.
For example, if only 100 pairs of Google Glasses were being produced at one time, but they sold out immediately, and then 10 more pairs were produced but only sold out after a month, then it would be difficult for those who didn't get their first pair right away to get any more at all.
However, discounts may be available if you purchase two or more pairs at once. If so, then you could get them for less than $1,500 each.
In conclusion, Google Glasses are a game-changer for how we will interact with our devices in the future. It allows us to see into the real world in a way that no other technology currently does. It is an exciting new frontier for technology, and we look forward to seeing how it develops over the next few years.