Google Glass: Originating as an experiment within the famously secretive Google X research and development lab, this device has rapidly become synonymous with the future of wearable technology. With Google’s recent public launch of their Glass Explorer pilot program, practically anyone (with $1500 to spare) can own this technology! Despite this, many people are still in the dark about what Google Glass is actually capable of.
Before diving into the details, let’s appease the techies among us with a quick look at Glass’s “tech specs” (I couldn’t resist!):
- 12GB of usable memory (16GB Flash total)
- 802. 11b/g Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity
- 5 megapixel camera
- 720p video resolution In this article, we’ll explore five innovative ways to utilize Google Glass – and tell you how to get your hands on a Google Glass headset absolutely free through nexus-security’s exciting new Grade and Get Paid Google Glass Sweepstakes. Already sold? Scroll down!
1. Say Goodbye to Language Barriers
Have you ever dreamt of exploring an exotic destination but felt daunted by the language barrier? Glass eliminates this obstacle by offering real-time translation of both spoken and written words.
Glass can translate printed text in various foreign languages, including signs and menus, making it effortless for Explorers to understand their surroundings.
Third-party Glass apps like UniSpeech take it a step further, providing almost instantaneous translations of spoken conversations, enabling Explorers to communicate with individuals who don’t speak their language.
While these technologies are still in their early stages, Google is passionately pursuing its goal of delivering a “Star Trek” computer-like experience. Natural language processing applications like universal translation represent a thrilling advancement for avid travelers.
2. Embark on a Self-Guided Field Trip
One of the most rewarding aspects of traveling is uncovering the wealth of fascinating facts about new places. However, solo exploration can mean missing out on hidden gems, and who wants to be tethered to a tour guide? With Glass and its Field Trip feature, you can embark on independent adventures enriched by virtual insights from those who know your destination best.
This augmented reality app equips Explorers with a comprehensive understanding of their next travel destination. By aggregating hundreds of articles, news stories, historical information, interactive tour guides, and hidden gems, Field Trip offers a glimpse into the authentic history of countless locations.
Imagine having information about a city’s architecture, landmarks, top-rated restaurants, and must-see attractions overlaid directly onto your field of vision through the Glass interface. With Field Trip, you can explore the world in captivating new ways.
3. Elevate Your Fitness Game
While I personally only run when chased, I understand some people enjoy it for leisure. If you’re a fitness enthusiast, Glass can be a game-changer, allowing you to track progress, push boundaries, and even improve your golf handicap.
Numerous Glass apps cater specifically to fitness and sports lovers. SwingByte, for instance, analyzes your golf performance to help you refine your game. The app monitors your stance, swing, power, and a range of other metrics to deliver a comprehensive report on your technique, factoring in course and weather conditions. Looks like you’ll need a new excuse for ending up in the sand trap!
Of course, golf isn’t for everyone. Luckily, Glass doubles as a versatile virtual personal trainer through apps like Strava Cycle, which lets cyclists set time trials, challenge friends, and monitor their performance on their favorite routes. Similarly, LynxFit acts as a personal training app, empowering fitness enthusiasts to benchmark performance, set goals, track progress, explore new exercise regimens, and more.
4. Revolutionize Your Culinary Adventures
Cooking can be incredibly enjoyable, but juggling a cookbook or recipe app with ingredient-covered hands can be a recipe for disaster. Thankfully, Glass comes to the rescue.
Thanks to the AllTheCooks app, Glass transforms into a head-mounted cookbook with interactive instructions for preparing a wide array of dishes. You can search for new variations on classic meals and share your favorites with friends and family.
Even better, AllTheCooks integrates seamlessly with Glass’s voice recognition technology, enabling you to search for recipes without ever touching the device.
5. Navigate Your Commute Like a Pro
While not the most creatively stimulating application of Google Glass, this last example highlights one of its most practical and widely-used benefits.
Glass seamlessly integrates with Google Now’s predictive search technology. Often compared to Apple’s Siri, Google Now is a far more sophisticated and versatile virtual assistant that provides timely and relevant information precisely when you need it. This is particularly helpful for commuters who rely on up-to-the-minute updates on traffic conditions, accidents, weather, or anything else that could mean the difference between a smooth commute and being stuck in gridlock.
Through its integration with Google Maps, Google Now’s real-time data can be used to map alternate routes, avoid traffic congestion, plan optimized routes, and much more. And yes, it can even provide instantaneous sports scores, sparing you from frantically searching for updates online.
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