**The Rise and Fall of Google Glass**

In 2013, Google introduced the Google Glass, a revolutionary wearable device that promised to display useful information at the wearer's glance. The Explorer Edition featured a cube-shaped display, a camera, and voice controls, all on the right side of the arm. This unique design made it an amazingly cool product, with features like being able to view directions or take photos and videos without having to look away from the road. However, as time went on, security concerns began to arise. The lack of a physical camera cover meant that the device's built-in camera was always looking out, which raised eyebrows among potential users.

One notable incident in 2014 highlighted these concerns. A tech writer claimed to have been robbed and assaulted while wearing Google Glass at a bar. She reported that people were thrown at her because she was showing off her device without permission, and that thieves stole her purse, phone, wallet, and other belongings. The incident sparked the term "Glass Holes," with users who wore the device becoming targets for harassment and theft. This incident ultimately led to Google discontinuing the Explorer Edition of Glass.

However, Google didn't entirely abandon its wearable ambitions. Instead, it shifted focus to a more business-oriented product: Google Glass Enterprise Edition. Released in 2017, this version of Glass was designed specifically for companies and industries that could benefit from its features. The new device retained many of the same design elements as the Explorer Edition but with a more streamlined interface.

In May 2023, Google released an updated version of Glass Enterprise Edition 2, which introduced several new features and improvements. According to a demo video showcased by Google, the device is capable of providing users with live information and facilitating collaboration between teams. The hands-free photography feature is also particularly useful in a work environment.

While the consumer version of Glass never materialized, it's possible that its appeal lies not just in personal use but also in enterprise settings. Google has made significant strides in displaying information in small chunks, as seen with products like the Google Smart Display and Google News. The company's assistant technology has also improved dramatically over time.

The iPhone 13 series, released in 2021, provides a stark contrast to the Google Glass design from six years prior. Yet, it's possible that some users may still find value in wearing a device like Glass at work or even at home. This could potentially create demand for a consumer-oriented version of Glass in the future.

In recent months, Google has hinted at its ambitions for augmented reality (AR) technology. The company has expressed interest in creating devices that can seamlessly blend digital information with the physical world. While it's unclear whether this will manifest as a pair of wearable glasses like Glass, Amazon's Alexa integration on smartphones suggests that such technology is possible.

Meanwhile, some fans of Samsung have been speculating about the design of upcoming phones. According to Ice Universe, an individual known for their accurate leak information, the Samsung Galaxy S11 features a unique layout that differs from previous models. The camera system, offset to one side, allows for a taller battery with improved heat dissipation.

In conclusion, Google Glass may have failed to gain traction as a consumer product, but its legacy lives on in the form of Google Glass Enterprise Edition. As technology continues to evolve and improve, it's possible that we'll see a revival of wearable devices like Glass in the future. With advancements in AR, AI, and user interface design, there's potential for a new generation of wearable products that blend seamlessly with our daily lives.

"WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: enwelcome to alphabet city I'm your guide Aya's Akhtar and you are the most amazing audience in the whole wide world Google announced the final software update for Google glass Explorer edition and yes the original Google glass was still being supported with updates however in a support page Google said glass Explorer Edition is receiving a final update the update removes glasses ability to connect to back-end Google services after February 25th 2020 which is my brother's birthday the update is available now it can be manually installed so there's the news it's very sad it's the end of one Google glass chapter let's take a look at Google glass from beginning to now then look at its legacy way back in 2012 Google introduced project glass at Google i/o in a spectacular way co-founder Sergey Brin held a live hangout where skydivers wore glass then we got people riding bikes on the roof of the event centre of course they were wearing glass then someone repelled down the building wearing glass finally a biker bra class - Brin on stage ok this seems like it's going to be exciting right the device would be called Google glass Explorer edition instead of taking technology and making it disappear into a wearable you had this futuristic looking device it was made up of a metal band with nose Clips the right side featured a cube the displayed content there was also a camera right next to the cube that camera could take pictures and video controls were on the right side arm it cost $1500 and shipped in 2013 a consumer version was to be released later I remember seeing glass and it was an amazingly cool idea let's say you were walking somewhere and you needed directions you could have cards displayed in the cube you just have to glance up to see the next instruction I had some limited time testing it out and I was impressed with the products potential it was lightweight the screen displayed useful information taking photos and videos was not difficult then the security concerns started bubbling up for whatever reason Google did not put a physical camera cover on the device the camera was always looking out in 2014 there was an ugly incident a tech writer said she was robbed and assaulted while wearing Google glass she says she was hanging out at a bar showing off alone pair of glass and a Facebook post now removed she wrote OMG so you'll never believe this but I got verbally and physically assaulted and robbed last night in the city had things thrown at me because of some wanker Google glass haters then some bleep tore them off my face and ran out with them and when I ran out after him his bleep friends stole my purse cellphone wallet and everything now apparently the issue stemmed from the possibility that the writer was recording people with glass without permission summit dubbed glass users glass holes very clever those who bought the $1500 Explorer Edition will have to deal with the final update a mainstream consumer products never materialized Google discontinued Google glass in 2015 however Google glass is not entirely dead to the world it still exists as glass Enterprise Edition which arrived in 2017 the newest version Enterprise Edition 2 came out in May of this year how does it work in business in a google demo video they show people getting the live information using glass or using the product to collaborate between teams hands-free photography is also useful when you're at work oddly enough when you take a look at the Enterprise Edition - they look more like regular glasses than the Explorer edition Google proudly displays a list of its glass customers which includes Samsung and GE could Google glass make a comeback in the future I'd say definitely here's the thing Google has gotten better and better about displaying information in small chunks if you're looking at a Google smart display you're getting content specifically formatted for that screen Google News is similar with coverage grouped in little boxes Google assistant has gotten better and better over time the idea of talking with assistant on a wearable could be much better now than back in 2013 you don't necessarily even need to see an update if a verbal response would work just as well it's been six years since a glass Explorer edition was introduced look at the iPhone in 2013 the - the five or the 5s look at the iPhone now look at the Samsung Galaxy s4 from 2013 look at the Galaxy S now technology has changed a lot from 2013 there's a small possibility that people who are using glass at work might want that kind of experience at home too that could build demand over time google has mentioned ambient computing fairly recently a pair of glasses that if google may come true maybe it'll just be stripped down to a voice assistant in your ear or in your glasses if Amazon can put Alexa in frames why not Google also augmented reality on phones is becoming more mainstream getting information to your eye overlaid on the real world is not as crazy it would definitely require some slick hardware though on to comment Cove last time we talked about the Galaxy S 11 in the wild Muhammad said it's called galaxy a not s11 several of you had the same sentiment I agreed that it definitely looks like the new galaxy a 71 I believe the pictures show the s11 in a case because ice universe has a really good track record when it comes to Samsung information so that's why I think the images were of the s11 and not the a series take a look at the a9 it was Samsung's first phone with four cameras take a look at the note 10 it featured a similar layout to the a9 I also asked why do cameras have to be offset on the back of the device Bradon says the cameras on the side so they can fit a taller instead of wider battery therefore it dissipates heat better and they can have higher battery capacity thanks for that information Braden Mick adds it can't be centered wide-angle will be disrupted creative dragon says cameras in the center of the phone attract far more fingerprints having Samsung's with both design layouts I can say having an off-centered makes less fingerprints that was really useful check out that s11 video right here by the way thanks to everyone for writing in if you've enjoyed your stay in Alphabet City please like and subscribe I my as a colonel see you onlinewelcome to alphabet city I'm your guide Aya's Akhtar and you are the most amazing audience in the whole wide world Google announced the final software update for Google glass Explorer edition and yes the original Google glass was still being supported with updates however in a support page Google said glass Explorer Edition is receiving a final update the update removes glasses ability to connect to back-end Google services after February 25th 2020 which is my brother's birthday the update is available now it can be manually installed so there's the news it's very sad it's the end of one Google glass chapter let's take a look at Google glass from beginning to now then look at its legacy way back in 2012 Google introduced project glass at Google i/o in a spectacular way co-founder Sergey Brin held a live hangout where skydivers wore glass then we got people riding bikes on the roof of the event centre of course they were wearing glass then someone repelled down the building wearing glass finally a biker bra class - Brin on stage ok this seems like it's going to be exciting right the device would be called Google glass Explorer edition instead of taking technology and making it disappear into a wearable you had this futuristic looking device it was made up of a metal band with nose Clips the right side featured a cube the displayed content there was also a camera right next to the cube that camera could take pictures and video controls were on the right side arm it cost $1500 and shipped in 2013 a consumer version was to be released later I remember seeing glass and it was an amazingly cool idea let's say you were walking somewhere and you needed directions you could have cards displayed in the cube you just have to glance up to see the next instruction I had some limited time testing it out and I was impressed with the products potential it was lightweight the screen displayed useful information taking photos and videos was not difficult then the security concerns started bubbling up for whatever reason Google did not put a physical camera cover on the device the camera was always looking out in 2014 there was an ugly incident a tech writer said she was robbed and assaulted while wearing Google glass she says she was hanging out at a bar showing off alone pair of glass and a Facebook post now removed she wrote OMG so you'll never believe this but I got verbally and physically assaulted and robbed last night in the city had things thrown at me because of some wanker Google glass haters then some bleep tore them off my face and ran out with them and when I ran out after him his bleep friends stole my purse cellphone wallet and everything now apparently the issue stemmed from the possibility that the writer was recording people with glass without permission summit dubbed glass users glass holes very clever those who bought the $1500 Explorer Edition will have to deal with the final update a mainstream consumer products never materialized Google discontinued Google glass in 2015 however Google glass is not entirely dead to the world it still exists as glass Enterprise Edition which arrived in 2017 the newest version Enterprise Edition 2 came out in May of this year how does it work in business in a google demo video they show people getting the live information using glass or using the product to collaborate between teams hands-free photography is also useful when you're at work oddly enough when you take a look at the Enterprise Edition - they look more like regular glasses than the Explorer edition Google proudly displays a list of its glass customers which includes Samsung and GE could Google glass make a comeback in the future I'd say definitely here's the thing Google has gotten better and better about displaying information in small chunks if you're looking at a Google smart display you're getting content specifically formatted for that screen Google News is similar with coverage grouped in little boxes Google assistant has gotten better and better over time the idea of talking with assistant on a wearable could be much better now than back in 2013 you don't necessarily even need to see an update if a verbal response would work just as well it's been six years since a glass Explorer edition was introduced look at the iPhone in 2013 the - the five or the 5s look at the iPhone now look at the Samsung Galaxy s4 from 2013 look at the Galaxy S now technology has changed a lot from 2013 there's a small possibility that people who are using glass at work might want that kind of experience at home too that could build demand over time google has mentioned ambient computing fairly recently a pair of glasses that if google may come true maybe it'll just be stripped down to a voice assistant in your ear or in your glasses if Amazon can put Alexa in frames why not Google also augmented reality on phones is becoming more mainstream getting information to your eye overlaid on the real world is not as crazy it would definitely require some slick hardware though on to comment Cove last time we talked about the Galaxy S 11 in the wild Muhammad said it's called galaxy a not s11 several of you had the same sentiment I agreed that it definitely looks like the new galaxy a 71 I believe the pictures show the s11 in a case because ice universe has a really good track record when it comes to Samsung information so that's why I think the images were of the s11 and not the a series take a look at the a9 it was Samsung's first phone with four cameras take a look at the note 10 it featured a similar layout to the a9 I also asked why do cameras have to be offset on the back of the device Bradon says the cameras on the side so they can fit a taller instead of wider battery therefore it dissipates heat better and they can have higher battery capacity thanks for that information Braden Mick adds it can't be centered wide-angle will be disrupted creative dragon says cameras in the center of the phone attract far more fingerprints having Samsung's with both design layouts I can say having an off-centered makes less fingerprints that was really useful check out that s11 video right here by the way thanks to everyone for writing in if you've enjoyed your stay in Alphabet City please like and subscribe I my as a colonel see you online\n"