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# Smart glasses
'''Smartglasses''' or smart glasses are eye- or head-worn [[wearable computer|wearable computers]]<ref>{{cite web|title=The Best Smart Glasses to Augment Your Reality|url=https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-smart-glasses/|publisher=Wired|access-date=April 2025}}</ref>. Many smart glasses include a transparent display that overlays digital information onto the user’s view<ref>{{cite web|title=The Best Smart Glasses to Augment Your Reality|url=https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-smart-glasses/|publisher=Wired|access-date=April 2025}}</ref>. Some definitions focus on vision – for example, Ampere’s Dusk smart sunglasses use electrochromic lenses that let wearers change tint on demand via an app<ref>{{cite web|last=Irving|first=Michael|title=App-controlled smart sunglasses change tint on demand|url=https://newatlas.com/wearables/dusk-tint-smart-sunglasses-app-controlled/|publisher=New Atlas|date=January 6, 2021|access-date=April 2025}}</ref>. Others focus on audio – many models have built-in speakers and microphones for hands-free voice commands and media<ref>{{cite web|title=The Best Smart Glasses to Augment Your Reality|url=https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-smart-glasses/|publisher=Wired|access-date=April 2025}}</ref>. If they include head-tracking, smart glasses can serve as [[augmented reality]] (AR) devices. They typically present information via a transparent heads-up display (HUD) or an optical combiner that superimposes projected images on the real world<ref>{{cite web|title=The Future of Augmented Reality is Here|url=https://www.materion.com/en/insights/blog/the-future-of-augmented-reality-is-here/|publisher=Materion|access-date=April 2025}}</ref>. Modern smart glasses effectively function as wearable computers: they support wireless connectivity (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GPS)<ref>{{cite web|title=The Future of Augmented Reality is Here|url=https://www.materion.com/en/insights/blog/the-future-of-augmented-reality-is-here/|publisher=Materion|access-date=April 2025}}</ref> and can run self-contained [[mobile apps]]<ref>{{cite web|title=The Future of Augmented Reality is Here|url=https://www.materion.com/en/insights/blog/the-future-of-augmented-reality-is-here/|publisher=Materion|access-date=April 2025}}</ref>. Some models accept voice input, while others provide touch controls (e.g. a side touchpad). Advanced versions may include sensors (GPS, cameras, accelerometers) for activity tracking: for example, Minimis smart glasses display live workout stats and navigation maps in the wearer’s field of view<ref>{{cite web|last=Thompson|first=Bronwyn|title=These smart glasses are out to replace all other fitness trackers|url=https://newatlas.com/wearables/minimis-smart-glasses/|publisher=New Atlas|date=August 9, 2023|access-date=April 2025}}</ref>.


## Introduction
== Features and applications ==
'''Smart glasses''' are wearable computers that integrate a display and sensors into eyewear, allowing digital information or graphics to be superimposed on the user’s view of the real world. Typically, they use a transparent or semi-transparent optical display (a type of [[Heads-up display|HUD]] or [[Head-mounted display]]) to augment the physical environment (unlike opaque VR headsets)&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}. In practice, smart glasses often support [[Augmented reality]] (AR) by tracking head and eye movements with built-in cameras and IMUs, and then rendering context-aware visuals. For example, early smart glasses like Google Glass (2013) and Microsoft’s HoloLens (2016) demonstrated this by projecting navigation cues and 3D models into the wearer’s field of view&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}.
Smart glasses equipped with GPS and cameras can record fitness and location data like other wearable trackers<ref>{{cite web|last=Thompson|first=Bronwyn|title=These smart glasses are out to replace all other fitness trackers|url=https://newatlas.com/wearables/minimis-smart-glasses/|publisher=New Atlas|date=August 9, 2023|access-date=April 2025}}</ref>. For instance, fitness-focused smart glasses can show live workout metrics and route maps directly in the user’s field of vision<ref>{{cite web|last=Thompson|first=Bronwyn|title=These smart glasses are out to replace all other fitness trackers|url=https://newatlas.com/wearables/minimis-smart-glasses/|publisher=New Atlas|date=August 9, 2023|access-date=April 2025}}</ref>. In practice, most smart glasses today pair with a smartphone for processing and connectivity; the glasses then act as a head-up display for the phone.


## History
== Security applications ==
The concept dates back decades. In 1968, computer scientist Ivan Sutherland created the “Sword of Damocles,” an early head-mounted display that rendered wireframe graphics over a see-through visor&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}. Through the 1980s and 1990s, researchers such as Steve Mann pioneered wearable computing, and Boeing engineer Tom Caudell coined “augmented reality” in 1990 to describe overlaying computer graphics on physical objects. However, commercially available smart glasses did not appear until the 2010s. Google Glass was introduced in 2012 (public Explorer Edition in 2013) but was discontinued in 2015 amid concerns over price and privacy&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}. Microsoft announced its self-contained HoloLens mixed reality headset in 2015 (shipping to developers in 2016)&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}. In 2018, Magic Leap launched an AR headset (Magic Leap One) targeting developers; after limited uptake, the company refocused on enterprise with Magic Leap 2 in 2022 (a lighter headset with roughly double the field of view of its predecessor)&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}. In 2021, Meta (Facebook) and EssilorLuxottica released Ray-Ban Stories glasses – essentially camera-equipped sunglasses for social sharing&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}. In the early 2020s, new devices emerged: Meta’s Quest Pro VR headset (2022) added color mixed-reality passthrough, and Apple launched the Vision Pro AR/VR headset (2023). Numerous companies (Snap, Vuzix, Epson, etc.) have since offered smart-glasses products for specialized markets, though mainstream AR glasses remain in early development.
Smart glasses have been tested by law enforcement. In China, police in Zhengzhou deployed AR glasses to scan travelers against a facial-recognition database<ref>{{cite web|last=Russell|first=Jon|title=Chinese police are using smart glasses to identify potential suspects|url=https://techcrunch.com/2018/02/08/chinese-police-are-getting-smart-glasses/|publisher=TechCrunch|date=February 8, 2018|access-date=April 2025}}</ref>. In Beijing, officers tested glasses that could automatically identify vehicle passengers and license plates in seconds<ref>{{cite web|last=Chan|first=Tara Francis|title=Beijing police are using facial-recognition glasses to identify car passengers and number plates|url=https://www.businessinsider.com/china-police-using-smart-glasses-facial-recognition-2018-3|publisher=Business Insider|date=March 27, 2018|access-date=April 2025}}</ref>.


## Technology and Components
== Healthcare applications ==
Smart glasses combine several advanced technologies. The display subsystem typically involves miniature projectors or screens and optical elements. For instance, modern prototypes like Meta’s Orion glasses use custom microLED projectors to beam “holographic” images through transparent silicon-carbide lenses&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}. Many AR glasses employ optical waveguides (planar glass or plastic) with diffraction gratings to direct light into the eye, achieving a reasonably wide field of view in a compact form. Custom low-power graphics/AI processors are used to drive the display; on-device chips (e.g. ASICs optimized for AR) are often paired with off-board compute units or smartphones to handle heavy processing.  
Google Glass and similar devices have been trialed in medical settings. For example, in Australia new mothers wore Glass to receive hands-free lactation coaching: consultants watched their Glass camera feed and guided them through breastfeeding in real time<ref>{{cite web|last=Papple|first=Dawn|title=Google Glass Connects Breastfeeding Moms With Lactation Help|url=http://www.inquisitr.com/1224638/google-glass-connects-breastfeeding-moms-with-lactation-help/|publisher=Inquisitr|date=April 24, 2014|access-date=April 2025}}</ref>.


Sensors include one or more forward-facing cameras to capture the environment, inward-facing cameras or eye trackers for gaze detection, and IMUs (accelerometers and gyroscopes) to sense head motion. Some designs (like Orion) even use electromyography (EMG) sensors on the wrist or hand to detect gestures&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}. Connectivity (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 5G) links glasses to phones or the cloud for data and updates. Batteries and power management are major concerns: current glasses pack small batteries into the frames or a separate module, limiting continuous use. Overall, smart glasses incorporate hardware from optics and display (waveguides, microdisplays) to computer vision (SLAM, mapping) and user interaction (voice, touch sensors), but miniaturizing all this into a lightweight wearable remains challenging.
== Display types ==
Smart glasses use various optical techniques to deliver images to the eye. Common approaches include tiny projectors reflecting off a lens, diffractive or holographic waveguides embedded in the lens, curved reflectors, and even retinal projection. In each case the goal is to present data on a built-in transparent display in front of the eye<ref>{{cite web|title=The Future of Augmented Reality is Here|url=https://www.materion.com/en/insights/blog/the-future-of-augmented-reality-is-here/|publisher=Materion|access-date=April 2025}}</ref>.


## Applications
== Smart sunglasses ==
Smart glasses see use in both consumer and enterprise settings:
Some “smart glasses” are essentially sunglasses with electronically tunable lenses. They use liquid-crystal or electrochromic panels that switch polarization or opacity to darken the lenses. For example, Ampere’s Dusk has electrochromic lenses that can change from clear to dark under app control<ref>{{cite web|last=Irving|first=Michael|title=App-controlled smart sunglasses change tint on demand|url=https://newatlas.com/wearables/dusk-tint-smart-sunglasses-app-controlled/|publisher=New Atlas|date=January 6, 2021|access-date=April 2025}}</ref>.


- **Industrial/Enterprise**: AR glasses can improve productivity and accuracy in work tasks. They overlay step-by-step instructions or data on machinery, enabling hands-free guidance. For example, Boeing deployed AR glasses (initially Google Glass, later HoloLens 2) to help technicians install aircraft wiring, increasing first-pass accuracy&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}. DHL Supply Chain ran a warehouse pilot where pickers wore smart glasses showing bin locations; this “vision picking” improved order-picking speed by about 25%&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}. The U.S. Army’s IVAS program uses HoloLens-derived headsets to project 3D maps, target markers, and thermal vision overlays for soldiers&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}. Similar industrial pilots exist in automotive assembly, utility maintenance, and healthcare (e.g. surgeons visualizing medical images during procedures). In these domains, AR smart glasses provide context-aware visual support and remote collaboration (an expert can see what the wearer sees).
== Human–computer interface ==
Smart glasses can be operated by multiple input methods: touch controls, voice commands, head or eye gestures, or companion devices. (For example, some prototypes have used gesture-control software.)  


- **Consumer**: Uses include photography, media, and recreation. Camera-equipped glasses like Snap’s Spectacles and Ray-Ban Stories let users capture photos/video hands-free for social media. Audio-first glasses (e.g. Bose Frames) play music and calls through open-ear speakers. Gaming and navigation are active interests; companies envision AR glasses for immersive games or HUD-like turn-by-turn navigation. Some applications like real-time translation or fitness tracking are being explored. However, consumer adoption has been modest so far, as most apps run on phones instead. Current consumer smart glasses tend to focus on specific functions (camera or audio), while true AR gaming/utility glasses are still developing.
== Notable products ==
A number of major tech companies have developed smart glasses. In development are devices such as Xiaomi’s AR glasses and Meta’s “Orion” prototype AR glasses<ref>{{cite web|last=Vanian|first=Jonathan|title=Hands-on with Meta's Orion AR glasses prototype and the possible future of computing|url=https://www.cnbc.com/2024/09/27/hands-on-metas-orion-ar-glasses-prototype.html|publisher=CNBC|date=September 27, 2024|access-date=April 2025}}</ref>. Current products include specialized AR headsets (Magic Leap, Microsoft HoloLens), Vuzix smart glasses, and various eyewear with audio and cameras (e.g. Snap’s Spectacles, Meta/Luxottica’s Ray-Ban Stories). Discontinued devices include Google Glass (2013–2015 consumer version), early Epson Moverio models, Oakley Airwave, and others.


## Notable Products and Companies
== History ==
Major players in the smart-glasses market include:
Early concepts of head-mounted displays date back decades. Notably, in 2012 Apple was granted a US patent (filed in 2006) for a wearable head-mounted display apparatus<ref>{{cite web|last=Bonnington|first=Christina|title=Take That, Google Glass: Apple Granted Patent for Head-Mounted Display|url=https://www.wired.com/2012/07/apple-patent-hud-display/|publisher=Wired|date=July 3, 2012|access-date=April 2025}}</ref>. In November 2012, Google Glass was named one of Time magazine’s “Best Inventions of 2012” alongside other breakthrough technologies. Glass launched to developers in 2013, but after mixed reception Google ended consumer sales in January 2015.


- **Google (Alphabet)** – Created Google Glass (2013)&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}. Its Glass Enterprise Edition is used in select workplaces. Google also contributes to ARCore, the Android AR platform.
== Market structure ==
- **Microsoft** – Maker of HoloLens (2016)&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16} and HoloLens 2 (2019), mixed-reality headsets for enterprise and military use. Microsoft’s Azure Kinect and Dynamics 365 Guides extend AR functionality.
Analyst forecasts have varied. In 2013 Forrester reported that 12% of US online adults (around 21.6 million people) would be willing to wear AR glasses<ref>{{cite web|title=12% of US population would wear Google Glass on everyday basis|url=https://www.pcr-online.biz/2013/06/21/12-of-us-population-would-wear-google-glass-on-everyday-basis/|publisher=PCR Online|date=June 21, 2013|access-date=April 2025}}</ref>. BI Intelligence projected that smart eyewear sales could reach roughly 21 million units per year by 2018<ref>{{cite web|last=McGee|first=Matt|title=BI Report: Google Glass Will Sell 21 Million Units By 2018|url=https://martech.org/bi-report-google-glass-will-sell-21-million-units-by-2018/|publisher=MarTech|date=November 22, 2013|access-date=April 2025}}</ref>. These optimistic projections have been tempered by slower adoption in practice.
- **Magic Leap** – Released Magic Leap One (2018) and Magic Leap 2 (2022) headsets. These light-projection AR glasses target professional and industrial customers&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}.
- **Meta (Facebook)** – Produced Oculus VR headsets (e.g. Quest series) and collaborated on AR glasses. In 2021 Meta and Ray-Ban introduced the camera-only Ray-Ban Stories glasses&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:18]{index=18}. Meta is also developing true AR glasses (the prototype “Orion”).
- **Snap Inc.** – Introduced Spectacles (2016) for recording video, and newer AR-capable Spectacles (2023) with display for developers. Snap pursues AR through its Lens Studio ecosystem.
- **Apple** – Released Vision Pro (2023), a high-end VR/AR headset. Reports indicate Apple is working on lightweight AR glasses (“Apple Glass”) with AI features&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:19]{index=19}.
- **Others** – Numerous startups and vendors (Vuzix, Epson, Varjo, Lenovo, Nreal, etc.) offer specialized smart glasses. These range from consumer tethered AR glasses (e.g. Nreal) to rugged enterprise eyewear (e.g. RealWear) and XR goggles for design and simulation.


## Challenges and Limitations
== Reception ==
Smart glasses face several major obstacles:
Google Glass drew both fascination and backlash. Wired noted that its always-on camera “freaked people out,” and that some early wearers were ejected from bars amid privacy concerns<ref>{{cite web|last=Eveleth|first=Rose|title=Google Glass Wasn't a Failure. It Raised Crucial Concerns|url=https://www.wired.com/story/google-glass-reasonable-expectation-of-privacy/|publisher=Wired|date=December 12, 2018|access-date=April 2025}}</ref>. Glass became a cultural symbol of tech hubris and led to debates over surveillance. By 2015 public interest waned and Google discontinued the consumer version of Glass.


- **Technical Hurdles**: Current display optics are bulky, have limited field of view, and can suffer glare or low brightness. Batteries are small, so runtime is short. Miniaturizing all components (computers, batteries, sensors) into a lightweight, comfortable frame is difficult.
== Privacy concerns ==
- **High Cost**: Cutting-edge AR glasses can be very expensive. Prototypes like Meta’s Orion reportedly cost around $10,000 to manufacture per pair&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:20]{index=20}. Early smart glasses (e.g. Google Glass) also had premium prices that limited adoption.
Privacy advocates warned that ubiquitous eyewear cameras could compromise bystanders’ privacy. Wired journalist Rose Eveleth observed that Glass wearers were often asked to leave establishments due to concern over recording, reflecting broader worries that people in public might be filmed or identified without consent<ref>{{cite web|last=Eveleth|first=Rose|title=Google Glass Wasn't a Failure. It Raised Crucial Concerns|url=https://www.wired.com/story/google-glass-reasonable-expectation-of-privacy/|publisher=Wired|date=December 12, 2018|access-date=April 2025}}</ref>.
- **Privacy and Safety**: Wearable cameras on glasses raise privacy concerns. Google Glass faced backlash over “always-on” recording&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:21]{index=21}, and studies have shown how AR glasses could be misused (e.g. combining them with facial recognition models)&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:22]{index=22}. Regulations on recording and data collection for glasses are still evolving.
- **Social Acceptance**: Many people find smart glasses awkward to wear. Fashion, comfort, and the stigma of being “on camera” are barriers. The term “Glasshole” arose from the social reaction to Google Glass users.
- **Content Ecosystem**: There are few “killer” apps specifically for smart glasses. Without compelling uses beyond niche cases, consumers have little incentive to buy them. In contrast, smartphones can deliver many AR experiences.
- **Competing Alternatives**: As smartphones and tablets become more powerful, many AR functions (navigation, translation, games) are done on handheld devices. VR headsets also capture attention for immersive experiences. Smart glasses must prove they offer unique value.


## Future Outlook
== Safety concerns ==
Industry leaders are optimistic but cautious about the smart glasses future. Apple and Meta are heavily investing in AR; Apple reportedly plans future smart glasses to supplement its Vision Pro&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:23]{index=23}, and Mark Zuckerberg has stated he hopes AR glasses will eventually be as ubiquitous as smartphones&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:24]{index=24}. Market research firms project rapid growth: one IDC forecast suggested mixed-reality headset shipments could grow ~22% in 2025. Technological trends like microLED displays, advanced AI assistants, 5G connectivity, and development of an “AR cloud” for shared experiences could accelerate adoption.  
Authorities have cautioned against using smart glasses while driving. In 2013 the UK Department for Transport announced that drivers using Google Glass would face the same penalties as drivers texting or using a phone<ref>{{cite web|last=Kiss|first=Jemima|title=UK set to ban Google Glass for drivers|url=https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2013/jul/31/google-glass-drivers|publisher=The Guardian|date=July 31, 2013|access-date=April 2025}}</ref>. Similarly, a San Diego court in 2014 threw out a Google Glass driving citation when the judge found no proof the device was active<ref>{{cite web|last=Associated Press|first=|title=Google Glass driving charge dismissed|url=https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2014/jan/17/google-glass-driving-charge-dismissed|publisher=The Guardian|date=January 16, 2014|access-date=April 2025}}</ref>.
 
However, analysts note that consumer-ready AR glasses may still be years away. Costs must fall, battery and optical technology must improve, and software ecosystems need to mature. Progress will likely come incrementally (e.g. headphones + camera + limited AR functions first) before true full-featured AR glasses become everyday devices. In summary, smart glasses are transitioning from niche prototypes to commercial products; if current R&D succeeds in addressing key limitations, more practical and affordable AR eyewear could emerge by the late 2020s or beyond&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:25]{index=25}&#8203;:contentReference[oaicite:26]{index=26}.


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Smartglasses or smart glasses are eye- or head-worn wearable computers[1]. Many smart glasses include a transparent display that overlays digital information onto the user’s view[2]. Some definitions focus on vision – for example, Ampere’s Dusk smart sunglasses use electrochromic lenses that let wearers change tint on demand via an app[3]. Others focus on audio – many models have built-in speakers and microphones for hands-free voice commands and media[4]. If they include head-tracking, smart glasses can serve as augmented reality (AR) devices. They typically present information via a transparent heads-up display (HUD) or an optical combiner that superimposes projected images on the real world[5]. Modern smart glasses effectively function as wearable computers: they support wireless connectivity (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GPS)[6] and can run self-contained mobile apps[7]. Some models accept voice input, while others provide touch controls (e.g. a side touchpad). Advanced versions may include sensors (GPS, cameras, accelerometers) for activity tracking: for example, Minimis smart glasses display live workout stats and navigation maps in the wearer’s field of view[8].

Features and applications

Smart glasses equipped with GPS and cameras can record fitness and location data like other wearable trackers[9]. For instance, fitness-focused smart glasses can show live workout metrics and route maps directly in the user’s field of vision[10]. In practice, most smart glasses today pair with a smartphone for processing and connectivity; the glasses then act as a head-up display for the phone.

Security applications

Smart glasses have been tested by law enforcement. In China, police in Zhengzhou deployed AR glasses to scan travelers against a facial-recognition database[11]. In Beijing, officers tested glasses that could automatically identify vehicle passengers and license plates in seconds[12].

Healthcare applications

Google Glass and similar devices have been trialed in medical settings. For example, in Australia new mothers wore Glass to receive hands-free lactation coaching: consultants watched their Glass camera feed and guided them through breastfeeding in real time[13].

Display types

Smart glasses use various optical techniques to deliver images to the eye. Common approaches include tiny projectors reflecting off a lens, diffractive or holographic waveguides embedded in the lens, curved reflectors, and even retinal projection. In each case the goal is to present data on a built-in transparent display in front of the eye[14].

Smart sunglasses

Some “smart glasses” are essentially sunglasses with electronically tunable lenses. They use liquid-crystal or electrochromic panels that switch polarization or opacity to darken the lenses. For example, Ampere’s Dusk has electrochromic lenses that can change from clear to dark under app control[15].

Human–computer interface

Smart glasses can be operated by multiple input methods: touch controls, voice commands, head or eye gestures, or companion devices. (For example, some prototypes have used gesture-control software.)

Notable products

A number of major tech companies have developed smart glasses. In development are devices such as Xiaomi’s AR glasses and Meta’s “Orion” prototype AR glasses[16]. Current products include specialized AR headsets (Magic Leap, Microsoft HoloLens), Vuzix smart glasses, and various eyewear with audio and cameras (e.g. Snap’s Spectacles, Meta/Luxottica’s Ray-Ban Stories). Discontinued devices include Google Glass (2013–2015 consumer version), early Epson Moverio models, Oakley Airwave, and others.

History

Early concepts of head-mounted displays date back decades. Notably, in 2012 Apple was granted a US patent (filed in 2006) for a wearable head-mounted display apparatus[17]. In November 2012, Google Glass was named one of Time magazine’s “Best Inventions of 2012” alongside other breakthrough technologies. Glass launched to developers in 2013, but after mixed reception Google ended consumer sales in January 2015.

Market structure

Analyst forecasts have varied. In 2013 Forrester reported that 12% of US online adults (around 21.6 million people) would be willing to wear AR glasses[18]. BI Intelligence projected that smart eyewear sales could reach roughly 21 million units per year by 2018[19]. These optimistic projections have been tempered by slower adoption in practice.

Reception

Google Glass drew both fascination and backlash. Wired noted that its always-on camera “freaked people out,” and that some early wearers were ejected from bars amid privacy concerns[20]. Glass became a cultural symbol of tech hubris and led to debates over surveillance. By 2015 public interest waned and Google discontinued the consumer version of Glass.

Privacy concerns

Privacy advocates warned that ubiquitous eyewear cameras could compromise bystanders’ privacy. Wired journalist Rose Eveleth observed that Glass wearers were often asked to leave establishments due to concern over recording, reflecting broader worries that people in public might be filmed or identified without consent[21].

Safety concerns

Authorities have cautioned against using smart glasses while driving. In 2013 the UK Department for Transport announced that drivers using Google Glass would face the same penalties as drivers texting or using a phone[22]. Similarly, a San Diego court in 2014 threw out a Google Glass driving citation when the judge found no proof the device was active[23].

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