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'''Smartglasses''' or '''smart glasses''', is a [[embedded computer system|computerized]] [[wearable computer]] with an [[optical head-mounted display]] (OHMD).
'''Smartglasses''' or '''smart glasses''', is a [[embedded computer system|computerized]] [[wearable computer]] with an [[optical head-mounted display]] (OHMD).


While early models can perform basic tasks, such as just serve as a frontend display for a remote system, as in the case of smartglasses utilizing cellular technology or Wi-Fi, modern smartglasses are effectively [[wearable computer]]s which can run self-contained [[mobile apps]]. Some are hands-free that can communicate with the Internet via [[Natural language processing|natural language]] voice commands, while other uses touch buttons.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://money.cnn.com/2012/04/04/technology/google-project-glass/?source=cnn_bin|publisher=CNN|work=Money|title=Google unveils 'Project Glass' virtual-reality glasses|last=Goldman|first=David|date=4 April 2012|accessdate=4 April 2012}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2402613,00.asp|work=PC Magazine|title=Google 'Project Glass' Replaces the Smartphone With Glasses|first=Chloe|last=Albanesius| date=4 April 2012|accessdate=4 April 2012}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=Google's 'Project Glass' Teases Augmented Reality Glasses|url=https://www.pcworld.com/article/253200/googles_project_glass_teases_augmented_reality_glasses.html|work=PC World|last=Newman|first=Jared| date=4 April 2012|accessdate=4 April 2012}}</ref><ref name="NYT 2012-02-23">{{cite news|url=http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/23/technology/google-glasses-will-be-powered-by-android.html?_r=2|title=Behind the Google Goggles, Virtual Reality|last=Bilton|first=Nick|work=The New York Times|date=23 February 2012|accessdate=4 April 2012}}</ref><ref>[http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2013/04/these-are-google-glasss-cpu-and-ram-specs/ These Are Google Glass's CPU and RAM Specs | Gizmodo UK<!-- Bot generated title -->] April 26, 2013 - 7:30pm</ref><ref name="NYT 2013-02-21"/><br>'''Consumers:''' {{Start date|2014}}<ref name="Glass Press FAQ">{{cite web|url=https://sites.google.com/site/glasscomms/faqs|title=Faqs - Glass Press}}</ref>
While early models can perform basic tasks, such as just serve as a frontend display for a remote system, as in the case of smartglasses utilizing cellular technology or Wi-Fi, modern smartglasses are effectively [[wearable computer]]s which can run self-contained [[mobile apps]]. Some are hands-free that can communicate with the Internet via [[Natural language processing|natural language]] voice commands, while other uses touch buttons.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://money.cnn.com/2012/04/04/technology/google-project-glass/?source=cnn_bin|publisher=CNN|work=Money|title=Google unveils 'Project Glass' virtual-reality glasses|last=Goldman|first=David|date=4 April 2012|accessdate=4 April 2012}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2402613,00.asp|work=PC Magazine|title=Google 'Project Glass' Replaces the Smartphone With Glasses|first=Chloe|last=Albanesius| date=4 April 2012|accessdate=4 April 2012}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=Google's 'Project Glass' Teases Augmented Reality Glasses|url=https://www.pcworld.com/article/253200/googles_project_glass_teases_augmented_reality_glasses.html|work=PC World|last=Newman|first=Jared| date=4 April 2012|accessdate=4 April 2012}}</ref><ref>http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/23/technology/google-glasses-will-be-powered-by-android.html?_r=2|title=Behind the Google Goggles, Virtual Reality|last=Bilton|first=Nick|work=The New York Times|date=23 February 2012|accessdate=4 April 2012}}</ref><ref>[http://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2013/04/these-are-google-glasss-cpu-and-ram-specs/ These Are Google Glass's CPU and RAM Specs | Gizmodo UK<!-- Bot generated title -->] April 26, 2013 - 7:30pm</ref><ref name="Glass Press FAQ">{{cite web|url=https://sites.google.com/site/glasscomms/faqs|title=Faqs - Google Glass - Press FAQ}}</ref>


Like other [[computer]]s, smartglasses may collect information from internal or external sensors. It may control, or retrieve data from, other instruments or computers. It may support wireless technologies like Bluetooth, [[Wi-Fi]], and [[GPS]]. While a smaller number of models run a [[mobile operating system]] and function as [[portable media player]]s, audio, and video files to the user via a [[Bluetooth]] or WiFi headset. Some smartglasses models, also feature full [[Lifelog|lifelogging]] and [[activity tracker]] capability.
Like other [[computer]]s, smartglasses may collect information from internal or external sensors. It may control, or retrieve data from, other instruments or computers. It may support wireless technologies like Bluetooth, [[Wi-Fi]], and [[GPS]]. While a smaller number of models run a [[mobile operating system]] and function as [[portable media player]]s, audio, and video files to the user via a [[Bluetooth]] or WiFi headset. Some smartglasses models, also feature full [[Lifelog|lifelogging]] and [[activity tracker]] capability.

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"Smart glasses" redirects here. For the Microsoft Mobil App for Xbox 360 and Xbox One game consoles, see Xbox SmartGlass.
Google Glass, a 2013 smartglasses that communicates with the user's phone using bluetooth

Smartglasses or smart glasses, is a computerized wearable computer with an optical head-mounted display (OHMD).

While early models can perform basic tasks, such as just serve as a frontend display for a remote system, as in the case of smartglasses utilizing cellular technology or Wi-Fi, modern smartglasses are effectively wearable computers which can run self-contained mobile apps. Some are hands-free that can communicate with the Internet via natural language voice commands, while other uses touch buttons.[1][2][3][4][5][6]

Like other computers, smartglasses may collect information from internal or external sensors. It may control, or retrieve data from, other instruments or computers. It may support wireless technologies like Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and GPS. While a smaller number of models run a mobile operating system and function as portable media players, audio, and video files to the user via a Bluetooth or WiFi headset. Some smartglasses models, also feature full lifelogging and activity tracker capability.

Such smartglasses devices may include features such as a camera, accelerometer, thermometer, altimeter, barometer, compass, chronograph, calculator, cell phone, GPS navigation, Map display, graphical display, speaker, scheduler, watch, SDcards that are recognized as a mass storage device by a computer, and rechargeable battery. It may communicate with a wireless headset, heads-up display, microphone, cellular modem, or other devices.[citation needed]

Some also have activity tracker functionality features (also known as "fitness tracker") as seen in GPS watches made for Training, Diving, and Outdoor sports. Functions may include training programs (such as intervals), Lap times, speed display, GPS tracking unit, Route tracking, with compatibility to connect to external heart rate monitor, Cadence sensor compatibility, and other sport tracking equipment.

Features and applications

As with other lifelogging and activity tracking devices, the GPS tracking unit and digital camera of some smartglasses can be used to record historical data. For example, after the completion of a workout, data can be uploaded onto a computer or online to create a log of exercise activities for analysis. Some smart watches can serve as full GPS navigation devices, displaying maps and current coordinates. Users can "mark" their current location and then edit the entry's name and coordinates, which enables navigation to those new coordinates.

Although some smartglasses models manufactured in the 21st century are completely functional as standalone products, most manufacturers recommend or even require that consumers purchase mobile phone handsets that run the same operating system so that the two devices can be synchronized for additional and enhanced functionality. Thew smartglasses can work as an extension, for head-up display (HUD) or remote control of the phone and alert the user to communication data such as calls, SMS messages, emails, and calendar invites.

List of smartwatches in development

  • CastAR by Technical Illusions – wearable AR device for gaming

List of smart watches in production

Wikimedia Commons has media related to Smartglasses.
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  • Looxcie – ear-mounted streaming video camera
  • SixthSense – wearable AR device
  • Virtual retinal display – display technology that projects images directly onto the retina
  • GlassUp - augmented reality eyewear display
  • iOptik - eyewear display developed by Innovega

See also

References

  1. ^ Goldman, David (4 April 2012). "Google unveils 'Project Glass' virtual-reality glasses". Money. CNN. Retrieved 4 April 2012.
  2. ^ Albanesius, Chloe (4 April 2012). "Google 'Project Glass' Replaces the Smartphone With Glasses". PC Magazine. Retrieved 4 April 2012.
  3. ^ Newman, Jared (4 April 2012). "Google's 'Project Glass' Teases Augmented Reality Glasses". PC World. Retrieved 4 April 2012.
  4. ^ http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/23/technology/google-glasses-will-be-powered-by-android.html?_r=2%7Ctitle=Behind the Google Goggles, Virtual Reality|last=Bilton|first=Nick|work=The New York Times|date=23 February 2012|accessdate=4 April 2012}}
  5. ^ These Are Google Glass's CPU and RAM Specs | Gizmodo UK April 26, 2013 - 7:30pm
  6. ^ "Faqs - Google Glass - Press FAQ".

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