Google Glass is now available to anyone in the U.S. as part of its “Explorer” program which is now considered a “public beta.” While Google has yet to provide a specific launch date for Glass’ official public debut, the usually reliable @evleaks has given us a sign that it may well happen sooner than later. The tweet indicates that AT&T retail […]
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First hotel reservation booked through Google Glass with Hotel Near Me
With a growing ecosystem of apps, Google Glass is becoming more and more versatile, even before it exits its open beta phase. A new app called Hotel Near Me developed by Destinia, an online travel agency, has now given travelers the ability to book their hotel rooms right through Glass. Triggered by the voice command “find me a hotel,” the app […]
Marketing executive Ivy Ross to lead Google Glass team
Changes are afoot over at the Google Glass team. The company will have a new leader starting Monday while one of its lead engineers is headed to Facebook’s Oculus project. In an open letter posted on Google+, former Art.com Chief Marketing Officer Ivy Ross announced that she has been appointed head of Google Glass. Her appointment is another indication that Google is […]
Google already working on second generation Glass?
Google yesterday opened up “early access” sales of Glass to anyone in the U.S. as long as they are willing to part with US$1500. Billed as a “public beta,” it’s clear that Google still considers (rightly?) that Glass is not quite ready for prime time. While it continues to ready its smartglasses for general release, it has reportedly also begun work […]
Google sells out of Glass during one-day U.S. sale
It should come as no surprise that Google announced that its 24 hour U.S. Glass sale was a success. The company announced that it had sold out of Glass even before the full 24 hours were up. It did not specify how many Explorer spots or Glass devices were up for grabs though. Welcome to our new Explorers! All spots […]
Android 4.4 KitKat XE16 update rolling out to Google Glass
Google announced yesterday that a major software update is coming to Glass this week. As U.S. shoppers today got a one-day chance to buy Glass, the update has already begun to roll out. The key change in build XE16 is likely to be the bump to Android 4.4 KitKat which brings better battery life and promises to make Glass more […]
Google Glass goes on sale to everyone in the U.S. for one day on April 15
Google is about to open up its Google Glass Explorer Program to everyone in the U.S. but only for one day. Mark April 15 on your calendars as Google warns that “the number of spots available is limited.” On April 15th at 9am EDT, you’ll have a limited time chance to join the Explorer Program. Sign up below for a […]
Google adding support for Google Music to Google Glass
Google today announced that music is coming to Google Glass. The company will soon unveil a new voice command (“Okay Glass, listen to”) that will allow Glass users to access their tracks from +Google Play Music, including songs on All Access. The video below, starring Google Explorer and Los Angeles producer Young Guru, shows how Glass works with the new […]