[SimleuqiR]

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-C...824/glass2.jpg Hawt. The tech I mean...

In action!

https://plus.google.com/photos/10141...27511443166370

[Andrex]

The camera on it actually seems like it's pretty damn good if that pic's anything to go by. Though it may just because of the outdoor environment, the previous indoor pic wasn't as nice.

[Phoenix]

The camera on it actually seems like it's pretty damn good if that pic's anything to go by. Though it may just because of the outdoor environment, the previous indoor pic wasn't as nice.

Likely because of the shutter speed of the optics on the prototype. Outdoors you can get away with a lot during the day.

[Copernicus]

[img]https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-CMtnDwIeZ70/T6llm6EOxoI/AAAAAAAAmH8/wAtsU--Abag/s824/glass2.jpg[img] Hawt. The tech I mean...

Does that mean he's wearing contacts?

[TheMan]

In action! https://plus.google.com/photos/10141...27511443166370

so after all the shit they show in the video, all it really does is take pics.

[Andrex]

so after all the shit they show in the video, all it really does is take pics.

Why would you even think that?

[Copernicus]

so after all the shit they show in the video, all it really does is take pics.

Yup, that's all. Pretty shitty product unveiling today if you ask me.

[Ashodin]

Why would you even think that?

simplistic interpretation HOOOOO!!!!!

[Andrex]

Google patents Project Glass AR glasses design

Google's patents show a version that would work with actual glasses:



And the normal version:

[Bit-Bit]

Every time I see this, I feel like there's something missing in my life.

I really wish Google would start a beta release for this thing. I would be willing to pay whatever it costs!

[luoapp]

So, if my understanding is correct, this is only a projector+webcam+mic+speaker, i.e., peripherals, which means you need to keep another computing device in your pocket. Right?

[SimleuqiR]

So, if my understanding is correct, this is only a projector+webcam+mic+speaker, i.e., peripherals, which means you need to keep another computing device in your pocket. Right?

It's like Pebble for your eyes!!

[Al-ibn Kermit]

So, if my understanding is correct, this is only a projector+webcam+mic+speaker, i.e., peripherals, which means you need to keep another computing device in your pocket. Right?

I'm wondering where does the battery go? How long could it last if the projector component is basically always on.

And having a phone in your pocket would mean constantly streaming live video to the goggles, probably not as efficient power-wise as just putting the processor onto the goggles.

[Bit-Bit]

So, if my understanding is correct, this is only a projector+webcam+mic+speaker, i.e., peripherals, which means you need to keep another computing device in your pocket. Right?

Possibly. Although I did read that it will run Android.

At this point, we really don't know much about it except that it's awesome!

[luoapp]

Possibly. Although I did read that it will run Android. At this point, we really don't know much about it except that it's awesome!

True, but we do know the title of the patent is " ornamental design for a wearable _display_ device ", although I didn't RTFP.


Also, HOLY SHIT @ 10mil kickstarter fund for pebble.

[Copernicus]

True, but we do know the title of the patent is " ornamental design for a wearable _display_ device ", although I didn't RTFP. Also, HOLY SHIT @ 10mil kickstarter fund for pebble.

Dat Sheep Money.

[luoapp]

Dat Sheep Money.

I mean srsly. From what everybody is saying about KS, they can just take the 10mil and retire on Bahamas beach. They don't own anyone anything. ( People are mistaking KS reward with pre-order in this case, I believe. If they fail to deliver, I can see a class lawsuit coming against the pebble guys AND KS. That will be interesting. )

[SimleuqiR]

Patent reveals possible finger-related control for Project Glass

Back to Minority Report

[Fancy Corndog]

I told you they were taking over the world, and you all laughed at me.


e. The porn...the porn.

[luoapp]

Patent reveals possible finger-related control for Project Glass Back to Minority Report [/IMG]http://dvice.com/assets_c/2012/05/tom-cruise-minority-report-gloves-thumb-330x466-91616.jpg[/IMG]

Can Spielberg sue google over this? Or nullify their patent?

[bangladesh]

Skynet

[Andrex]

Can Spielberg sue google over this? Or nullify their patent?

Why would he patent fake movie tech with no then-foreseeable implementation?

I guess the Jetsons creator should sue whoever eventually makes flying cars.

[luoapp]

Why would he patent fake movie tech with no then-foreseeable implementation? I guess the Jetsons creator should sue whoever eventually makes flying cars.

Isn't that how "software patent" works? i.e., you don't need an implementation to patent an "idea".

[Copernicus]

Isn't that how "software patent" works? i.e., you don't need an implementation to patent an "idea".

I think prior art for patents requires functionality and/or implementation.

You might be thinking about the trade dress claim with samsung/apple where they were showing prior art through star trek and that 1990s tablet. Those are patents for looks only (though there shouldn't be wtf).

[Kung Fu Jedi]

Isn't that how "software patent" works? i.e., you don't need an implementation to patent an "idea".

If he didn't patent it himself he would have a chance in hell, and on top of that, I doubt this works anything like the Minority Report stuff.

Didn't Google admit a few days back that Project Glasses doesn't look anything like that demo video at this point? I got a lot less excited when I heard that.

[SimleuqiR]

Google glasses gets raft of new patents, sniffs lawsuits coming from miles away

The company can now claim rights over the design of the right half of the device, where the camera hangs over the eye and where the innards are housed within the band along the side. It's also patented the nose-pad sensor that knows when it's being worn, plus the ability to represent ambient sounds on the screen with range and direction info. Finally, it's also got rights on using each eyepiece as a separate display, with the example shown above demonstrating a map in one eye and navigation instructions in the other.

[Andrex]

Nose pad sensor?

Damn, now I want smell-o-vision.

[gcubed]

If he didn't patent it himself he would have a chance in hell, and on top of that, I doubt this works anything like the Minority Report stuff. Didn't Google admit a few days back that Project Glasses doesn't look anything like that demo video at this point? I got a lot less excited when I heard that.

i thought it was pretty clear that the demo was a target. If it worked like that today thats some next level shit

[SimleuqiR]

http://www.tested.com/news/44489-goo...project-glass/ At Google's Photographer's Conference yesterday in San Francisco, Project Glass's Tech Lead Max Braun surprised the audience by coming on stage to give an unscheduled presentation of the photographic potential of the head-mounted device.

Those are some fit Googlers.

[luoapp]

So, what controls the shutter?

[Kinitari]

The photographic potential is interesting - often times I'll see something awesome, but realize by the time I get my phone out, switch to camera and take the picture - it will be too late (Once I saw a hawk dive bomb a pigeon mid air).

I understand why they are only talking about one feature at a time (bringing everything out at once vs trickle information strategy) but I really hope they start giving us more than just pictures soon, so far I am pretty on board, but I need that to be solidified with practicality.

[Andrex]

It's kind of impossible not to be at Google. Their cafeteria is stocked with stuff from local farmer's markets, they have several gyms inside their buildings, and many of them bike to work.

[Sentry]

Those photographs make it worth it alone. IMO.

[luoapp]

The photographic potential is interesting - often times I'll see something awesome, but realize by the time I get my phone out, switch to camera and take the picture - it will be too late (Once I saw a hawk dive bomb a pigeon mid air).

What about the idea of a glass-mounted camera? No fancy HUD, AR stuff, just the camera. Is that worth a Kickstarter? (say for 100 bucks).

[Andrex]

I hope we get a look at the actual inferface soon, but that's probably the last thing they'll show. It has to be just perfect or the tech press is gonna shred them.

[Kinitari]

What about the idea of a glass-mounted camera? No fancy HUD, AR stuff, just the camera. Is that worth a Kickstarter? (say for 100 bucks).

Not for me, standalone devices are pretty much dead to me.

If it was a bluetooth headset, with a camera, and voice to text messaging - MAYBE.

[DoctorWho]

Real life can now be like Peep Show.

[SimleuqiR]

Real life can now be like Peep Show. http://static.gamesradar.com/images/...icle_image.jpg

I love this show.

[Enco]

This is pretty cool.

Google is going crazy with taking over the web, futuristic glasses and self driving cars. They're going to own the future. We never hear about anyone else doing so much stuff.

[Sentry]

Real life can now be like Peep Show.

Glad I wasn't the only one thinking this. :D

[planar1280]

Those are some fit Googlers.

why is the resolution so low, its even lower than the LITRO camera

[EskimoJoe]

Real life can now be like Peep Show.

Can I have David Mitchell running commentary on my life, too?

[Sentry]

720p video recorded with the glasses; http://youtu.be/pZKx3akalYM

Damn.

[Andrex]

Damn indeed.

[g.r.e.]

just think about pov porn recorded with these glasses

[injurai]

just think about pov porn recorded with these glasses

Augmented clothes undressing... I'll never take these off.

[Kung Fu Jedi]

i thought it was pretty clear that the demo was a target. If it worked like that today thats some next level shit

I don't think it was made very clear as there really isn't anything in the video that can't be done with a smartphone today, it just happens to be displayed in the HUD on he glasses. The article I read from one of the tech blogs that visited Google indicated that at this point it isn't anywhere near what was shown in the video.

Now, all of this said, I'm very intrigued by the possibilities and want to see what they've got in store for us, it just sounds like we're a long way off from what the video showed and I'm not personally all that excited about photos and video shot from the thing.

[Purkake4]

Will they release a version that doesn't make you look like a dork?

[SimleuqiR]

Will they release a version that doesn't make you look like a dork?

Most Googlers look like dorks...soooooo I don't think their aiming for that.

I'm sure the hipters would love these.

[Sentry]

Reminded me a bit of The Final Cut. I know we won't be able to record 24/7, but the day where recording our entire live POV style is closer than ever. Also, where is the video file being stored?

I'm guessing it's a streaming YouTube upload over 3G or it's being saved onto a micro SD card or something. Do we know specifics on that, though?