Project Glass-The Next Big Thing You Don't Need

After spending over two years in development, Google has released its Project Glass prototype eyewear. Pictured at left, they have a sleek, almost borg-like appearance designed to make the wearer into a walking computer. Google claims this souped-up version of actual glasses will provide users real-time information right in front of their eyes






Google X, Google's secret research and development facility, has several designs that might eventually be chosen over the model shown. No matter what style Google eventually releases, the glasses will function as a mini smart phone. A video camera and a small piece of glass sit over the right eye, with no lens on the left. Google states, "We think technology should work for you -- to be there when you need it and get out of your way when you don't."

Although the concept is beyond cool, Ham and Wry shudders as the thought of a mob of visitors in Times Square crashing into each other like bumper cars and making it impossible for New Yorkers to navigate through the most crowded piece of Manhattan. No worries yet. These glasses won't be available for many years.