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Jul 08
While there have been Google Glass apps for lock screens, the Tesla Model S and even The New York Times, we’ve been wondering when we’d see a traditional game. Today, the wondering stops. GlassBattle is a Battleship-style, voice controlled, turn-based affair using the wearable’s Mirror API. Sadly it won’t be available to the public until developer Brick Simple’s API quota limitations are lifted, but that doesn’t stop us from fantasizing about gaming while we do other stuff. Like, you know, playing video games. Yes, we hear you loud and clear Xzibit. To see people game while grocery shopping and walking around a pond, hit the video after the break.
Via: Joystiq
Source: Det Ansinn (YouTube)
Jul 05
A user named Zhouwei has taken a thorough look at the latest Google Glass Explorer XE7 version and found a few gems, including a possible app store called the Boutique. That would make sense given that there’s no central repository for apps right now, and the code indicates that Glassware and APKs could be synced to the hardware via such a market. Other changes of note are a lock-screen that would work by swiping a lock pattern (there’s currently only an unofficial app for that) and some kind of video player, though there’s no info on how the latter might work. We’re not sure how much of this code will actually be enabled when it hits our own device, but an app store and some proper built-in security would be nice.
Filed under: Wearables, Google
Via: Slashgear
Source: Zhouwei (Github Gist)
Jul 02
Google has nearly finished rolling out Glass to Explorer Program members, but many of us still have questions while the technology remains rare. The company is satisfying some of that curiosity today: it just posted a FAQ that explains Glass beyond the hardware. While there are no revelations in store, the page goes out of its way to address some of the controversies surrounding Glass, including app policies, privacy concerns and the risk of technology addiction. It’s doubtful that the FAQ will please everyone, but those who just have to get some official answers on Glass can find them at the source link.
Filed under: Wearables, Google
Source: Google
Jul 01
Unofficial Tesla app for Google Glass lets Model S owners find, charge and unlock their car
Posted in: Today's Chili
We may still be looking for excuses to wear Google Glass in the office, but the headset’s peripheral display is becoming more and more appealing in the garage: someone just made a Tesla Model S Glass app. The simply named GlassTesla is an unofficial suite of headgear accessible controls for the electric sedan, allowing users to start and stop charging, check battery levels, remotely lock doors and monitor and adjust the vehicle’s temperature controls. More features are on the way too — Sahas Katta, the app’s creator, told Engadget that he’s working on voice control (“ok glass, unlock my car”), charge completion notification and real-time vehicle tracking. Not bad, if you happen to own both a Tesla Model S and Google Glass. All three of you can find the app at the source link below.
[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]
Filed under: Transportation, Wearables
Source: GlassTesla
Jul 01
Google Glass update adds web browsing, widens voice commands (update: images)
Posted in: Today's Chili
Google has delivered a steady stream of Glass updates since the Explorer Edition launched, but its new July upgrade may be the biggest yet — it addresses several of our earliest gripes. Wearers can now answer phone calls or have messages read aloud. It’s also now possible to call or message any Gmail contact, not just the top ten. Oh, and that hidden web browser? It’s now public: Glass owners can ask to see a favorite page and navigate using the touchpad. If you’re one of the precious few to sport Google’s eyewear, you should automatically receive the much-improved firmware in the next few days; we’ve already heard of at least one user getting the upgrade today.
Update: We now have screenshots of how browsing works in the update — check them out below.
Gallery: Google Glass July 2013 update
Filed under: Wearables, Google
Source: Project Glass (Google+)
Jun 29
We know you’ve got questions, and if you’re brave enough to ask the world for answers, then here’s the outlet to do so. This week’s Ask Engadget inquiry is from James, who wants to experiment with life-logging on the cheap. If you’re looking to ask one of your own, drop us a line at ask [at] engadget [dawt] com.
“I like the idea of being able to record stuff with your glasses, but not spending $1,500 on Google Glass to do it. Can you and the folks suggest a pair of glasses or goggles that will do the same job for a tiny fraction of the price?”
In our limited experience, Pivothead’s Durango is available for $349, but beyond that, the field’s a bit limited. ZionEyez Zeyez still doesn’t have an ETA for its products and SunnyCam’s ultra-low cost recording goggles won’t make it to the US until later this year. Let’s turn this question over to our audience, who, we’re sure will have some better and cheaper suggestions.
Filed under: Cameras
Jun 12
Among the handful of Google Glass teardowns (and attempts at doing so) out there, this one by Star Simpson and Scott Torborg is one of the most thorough. The pair deconstructed the eyewear down to components so small they fit on a dime, using considerable force to tear through glue and plastic. Peeling back the cover of the battery enclosure revealed a non-replaceable 2.1 Wh (570mAh) single-cell lithium polymer unit. Simpson and Torborg note that while they do not recommend dismantling Glass (it’s hard enough to get your hands on one), they didn’t encounter major hurdles when they did and even managed to put it back together in working order. Most of you are familiar with what Google Glass looks like by now, but if you want to see all its parts individually, hit the source below.
[Image credit: Catwig]
Filed under: Wearables, Google
Via: Boing Boing
Source: Catwig
Jun 05
We’ve seen the prototypes that led Google to Glass, but there are many devices that predate Mountain View’s smart specs, and Augmented World Expo in Santa Clara, California was able to gather and display a historic number of such headsets this week. From Steve Mann’s handmade WearComp 1 and EyeTap prototypes to Glass-like precursors from Optinvent and Vuzix, it’s quite the comprehensive collection — over thirty devices in all. While they may make their way into a museum some day, we’re bringing pictures of them all to your screen right now. Enjoy.
Jun 03
Welcome to IRL, an ongoing feature where we talk about the gadgets, apps and toys we’re using in real life and take a second look at products that already got the formal review treatment.
Like every good sitcom family, we’ve got friendly neighbors who sometimes drop in to say hello. This week, at least, that neighbor is none other than SlashGear Editor-in-chief Vincent Nguyen, who played wingman to Darren Murph as he attempted to use Google Glass to film a first-person test drive in the 2014 Lexus IS. Also after the break, Andy Bowen makes a case for why the 4G iPad mini makes a better hotspot than a run-of-the-mill MiFi device.
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