Mom's Minute

Google Project Glass prototype

What does Google's latest venture, Project Glass has to do with video games? In first person shooter type games, there is heads up display that shows pertinent information on ammunition counts, health and objective points.   The display mode of the video games is used for information and sharing.  By the same token, Project Glass will be used for similar purposes.

Two video games Google Project Glass are using as comparison for the information  sharing and display are Deus Ex Human Revolution and Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Future Soldier.

The information display for the video games and not the game play in the video game itself is used as a reference point for Google's Project Glass. Similar to the information displayed in these video games, you will be able to see information via the special glasses for daily living. 

For example, supposed you are walking along and want to know the weather forecast.  Just put on your special glasses, and a display will appear showing the weather forecast similar to the picture shown above. Or maybe you are getting ready to use the subway and want to know if it's in service. Slip on your glasses and the information you want to know is right there in front of you.

Why is the Google team introducing this technology to you now?  Apparently,  they would like to know your comments, or what you think about Project Glass.  Here is an excerpt from the team seeking your input.

"We think technology should work for you -- to be there when you need it and get out of your way when you don't. A     group of us from Google [x] stared Project Glass to build this kind of technology, one that helps you explore and share your world, putting you back in the moment. We're sharing this information now because we want to start a conversation and learn from your valuable input. So we took a few design photos to show what this technology could look like and created a video to demonstrate what it might enable you to do.

Please follow along as we share some of our ideas and stories.  We'd love to hear yours too. What would you like to see from Project Glass?" 

Google has a youtube video posted demonstrating what Project Glass is expected to do.

Editorial Note: If Project Glass comes to fruition, safety of the individual wearing them should be paramount when measured against the ease of obtaining information.