GOOGLE GLASSA PROJECT REPORTSubmitted byRAM PATEL

In fulfillment for the award of the degreeofBACHELOR OF ENGINEERINGinCOMPUTER ENGINEERING

Computer Engineering Department

Gujarat Technological University, Ahmedabad

2014

SAL Institute of Technology & Engineering Research, Ahmedabad

Computer Engineering DepartmentCERTIFICATE Date:This is to certify that the project entitled "GOOGLE GLASS" has been carried out by RAM PATEL under by guidance in fulfillment of bachelor of engineering in COMPUTER ENGINEERING(5th Semester) of Gujarat Technological University, Ahmedabad during the academy year 2014.Internal Guide: HOD:

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Firstly, we would like to express our heartly thanks to god. Then we would like to thank SAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY RESEARCH for giving us an opportunity to perform this project. The project become successful only because her valuable suggestion, proper co-operation and complete guidance in developing this project. It was also the support from the staff members who spend their valuable time in providing us in preparing our project.We thank to our guide who is the real source of our inspiration and encouragement. The constant help, thoughtful suggestions and deep interest has enabled us to make this project successful, we also express our sincere thanks to our H.O.D. who allowed us to use all the resources of this institute.

ABSTRACT Project Glass is a research and development program by Google to develop an augmented reality Head Mounted display (HMD). The intended purpose of Google Glass would be the hands free displaying of information currently available to most Smartphone users. It consists of many features such as buttons, camera, micro-phone, video display etc. Google Glassis awearable computerwith anoptical head-mounted display(OHMD) that is being developed by Googlein the Project Glassresearch and developmentproject,with a mission of producing a mass-marketubiquitous computer.Google Glass displays information in aSmartphone-like hands-free format, that can communicate with the Internet vianatural languagevoice commands. While the frames do not currently have lenses fitted to them, Google is considering partnerships with sunglass retailers such asRay-BanorWar by Parker, and may also open retail stores to allow customers to try on the device.The Explorer Edition cannot be used by people who wearprescription glasses, but Google has confirmed that Glass will eventually work with frames and lenses that match the wearer's prescription; the glasses will be modular and therefore possibly attachable to normal prescription glasses.On 26 Jan 2014, Google announced that they were adding four prescription frame choices for about $225.00 U.S. It is necessary to remove a small screw in order to move the Google Glass from one frame to another.

INDEXIntroduction...................................................................................................01Overview......................................................................................................01Technology Used..........................................................................................02Features .......................................................................................................05Applications.................................................................................................07Technical Specifications................................................................................08Advantages of google glass...........................................................................09Dis-advantages of google glass......................................................................10Conclusions..................................................................................................11Reference.....................................................................................................12

INTRODUCTION Project Glass is a research and development program by Google to develop an augmented reality Head Mounted display (HMD). The intended purpose of Google Glass would be the hands free displaying of information currently available to most Smartphone users.

OVERVIEW Project Glass was started by Babak Parviz Glass is being developed by Google X Lab Use 4G technology Communicate with mobile phones through Wi-Fi Display content on video screen as well as respond to voice command of the user.TECHNOLOGY USED1. Wearable Computing2. Ambient Intelligence3. Smart Clothing4. Eye Tap Technology5. 4G Technology6. Android Technology7. Augmented Reality

1)Wearable Computing Worn by the bearer under , with or on top of clothing . Developed for general or special purpose information technologies and media development.

2)Ambient Intelligence Electronic environments that are sensitive and responsive to the presence of people. Devices work in concert to support people in carrying out their everyday life activities.

3)Smart Clothing It is a combination of new fabric technology and digital technology. The clothing is made with new signal-transfer fabric technology installed with digital devices.

4)Eye Tap Technology Eye Tap is a device that is worn in front of the eye that acts as eye to record the scene available to the eye as well as a display.

5)4G Technology 4G is the fourth generation of cell phone mobile communications. 4G Technologyis basically the extension in the3G technologywith more bandwidth and services offers in the 3G. This system provides higher data rates of 100 Mbps in mobility to 1 Gbps while stationary. 6)Android Technology Androidis aLinux-basedoperatingfor mobile devices such assmart phonesandtablet computers, developed byGooglein conjunction with theOpen handset Alliance.

7)Augmented Reality Augmented reality is a live, direct or indirect, view of a physical, real-world environment. Real-world elements areaugmentedbygenerated sensory input such as sound, video, graphics or GPS data.

It consists of many features such as:1)Button A single button on the side of the frame sophisticates the glasses to work with the physical touch input.

2)Speaker Speaker is designed by the ear to make or receive calls.

3)Camera It has the front facing video camera with which photos and videos can be taken in glimpse. 4)Micro-phone A microphone is also put in, that can take the voice commands of the wearer of user. Microphone is also used for having telephonic communication.

5)Video Display It has a small video display to display the pop up hands free information .

APPLICATIONSGoogle Glass applications are free applications built by third-party developers. Glass also uses many existing Google applications, such asGoogle Now,Google Maps,Google+, andGmail.Third-party applications announced atSouth by Southwest(SXSW) includeEvernote,Sketch,The New York Times, andPath. On April 15, 2013, Google released the Mirror API, allowing developers to start making apps for Glass.In the terms of service, it is stated that developers may not put ads in their apps or charge fees; a Google representative told The Verge that this might change in the future. Many developers and companies have built applications for Glass, including news apps,facial recognition, exercise, photo manipulation, translation, and sharing to social networks, such as Face bookandTwitter. On May 16, 2013, Google announced the release of seven new apps, including reminders from Evernote, fashion news fromElle, and news alerts fromCNN.Following Google's XE7 Glass Explorer Edition update in early July 2013, evidence of a "Glass Boutique", a store that will allow synchronization to Glass of Glassware andAPKs, was noted. Version XE8 made a debut for Google Glass on August 12, 2013. It brings an integrated video player with playback controls, the ability to post an update to Path, and lets users save notes to Evernote. Several other minute improvements include volume controls, improved voice recognition, and several new Google Now cards.On November 19, 2013,Googleunveiled its Glass Development Kit, showcasing a translation appWord Lens, a cooking app AllTheCooks, and an exercise appStarve among others as successful examples.

Technical specificationsFor the developer Explorer units: Android 4.0.4 and higher 640360 Himax HX7309 LCoS display 5-megapixel camera, capable of 720p video recording Wi-Fi 802.11b/g Bluetooth 16GB storage (12 GB available) Texas Instruments OMAP 4430 SoC 1.2Ghz Dual(ARMv7) 682MB RAM 3 axis gyroscope 3 axis accelerometer 3 axis magnetometer (compass) Ambient light sensing and proximity sensor Bone conductionaudio transducer

Advantages of google glass Easy to wear and use. Sensitive and responsive to the presence of people. Fast access of maps, documents, videos, chats and much more. A new trend for fashion lovers together being an innovative technology. A spectacle based computer to reside directly on your eyes rather than in your pouch or pocket. A useful technology for all kinds of handicapped/disabled people.

Dis-advantages of google glass Can be easily broken or damaged. Users will have a tough time taking care of it. It may lead to accidents while driving. Privacy of people may breach with newglasses.

CONCLUSIONS Google glasses are basically wearable computers that use the evolving familiar technologies that brings the sophistication and ease of communication and information . Hands free technology by Google. Assistance to disabled individuals. Google Glass is fashionable and frame colors are available in gray, orange, black, white and light blue.

REFERENCE1) www.google.com/glass/start/2) ww.google.com/glass/start/what-it-does3) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Google_Glass4) www.ebay.com/bhp/google-glass5) mashable.com/category/project-glass/