Google Glass Enterprise Edition 2

Google Glass Enterprise Edition 2
Basic Info
VR/AR	Augmented Reality
Type	Smart Glasses
Subtype	Enterprise AR
Platform	Android 8.1 Oreo
Creator	Google
Developer	Google
Manufacturer	Google
Announcement Date	May 20, 2019
Release Date	May 2019
Price	$999
Website	https://www.google.com/glass/ (discontinued)
Versions	Google Glass Enterprise Edition 2
Requires	None (standalone)
Predecessor	Google Glass Enterprise Edition
Successor	None (discontinued March 2023)
System
Operating System	Android 8.1 Oreo
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon XR1
CPU	Qualcomm Snapdragon XR1 (quad-core, up to 1.7GHz)
GPU	Adreno integrated
Storage
Storage	32GB
Memory	3GB RAM
SD Card Slot	No
Display
Display	LCoS (Liquid Crystal on Silicon)
Subpixel Layout	N/A
Peak Brightness	Not specified
Resolution	640 × 360
Pixel Density	N/A
Refresh Rate	60Hz
Persistence	N/A
Image
Field of View	~15° equivalent
Horizontal FoV	~15°
Vertical FoV	~9°
Average Pixel Density	N/A
Peak Pixel Density	N/A
Foveated Rendering	No
Optics
Optics	Prism waveguide
Ocularity	Monocular (right eye)
IPD Range	N/A (monocular, fixed position)
Adjustable Diopter	No (prescription frames available)
Passthrough	Native see-through (glasses)
Tracking
Tracking	3DoF (IMU)
Tracking Frequency	N/A
Base Stations	None
Eye Tracking	No
Face Tracking	No
Hand Tracking	No
Body Tracking	No
Rotational Tracking	Yes
Positional Tracking	No
Update Rate	60Hz
Tracking Volume	N/A
Play Space	Assisted reality
Latency	<50ms
Audio
Audio	Mono speaker
Microphone	Yes (3 beam-forming microphones)
3.5mm Audio Jack	No
Camera	8MP camera with 1080p video, LED flashlight
Connectivity
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 802.11ac (dual-band), Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C
Ports	USB-C
Wired Video	No
Wireless Video	Yes (streaming)
WiFi	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac dual-band)
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 5.0 + AoA
Power	Internal battery (820mAh)
Battery Capacity	820mAh
Battery Life	~2 hours (variable)
Charge Time	~20 minutes to 50% (fast charge)
Device
Dimensions	Modular pod design
Weight	46g (pod)
Material	Titanium frame, plastic pod
Headstrap	Smith Optics safety frames (optional)
Haptics	No
Color	Black pod, various frame options
Sensors	Accelerometer, gyroscope, magnetometer
Input	Voice commands, touchpad, camera
Compliance	FCC, CE

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The Google Glass Enterprise Edition 2 is an enterprise-focused monocular smart glasses device developed by Google, announced on May 20, 2019, and released immediately at a price of $999. Representing Google's continued commitment to smart glasses for business applications after the consumer Glass Explorer Edition was discontinued, the Enterprise Edition 2 featured significant hardware upgrades including the Qualcomm Snapdragon XR1 processor (the first purpose-built XR chip), improved 8MP camera with 1080p video, USB-C fast charging reaching 50% in 20 minutes, and a modular pod design that could snap onto different frame styles including Smith Optics safety glasses. Targeting manufacturing, logistics, field service, and healthcare, Glass EE2 enabled hands-free information access and remote expert assistance. Google discontinued Glass Enterprise Edition 2 on March 15, 2023, ending the Glass product line.

History and Development

Glass Consumer Era

Original Glass:

2012 announcement
2013 Explorer Edition
$1,500 consumer price
Privacy concerns
"Glassholes" backlash

Enterprise Pivot

2017 refocus:

Enterprise Edition 1
Business-only sales
Partner channel
Privacy addressed

May 2019 Launch

EE2 announcement:

Snapdragon XR1
Improved specifications
$999 price
Direct sales

March 2023 Discontinuation

End of Glass:

Sales ended
Support until September 2023
Software updates ended
Product line concluded

Design Philosophy

Assisted Reality

Information overlay:

Glanceable data
Hands-free access
Minimal intrusion
Context-aware

Enterprise Focus

Business applications:

Manufacturing
Field service
Healthcare
Logistics

Modular Design

Flexible form:

Detachable pod
Multiple frame options
Safety glasses compatible
Work environment ready

Display Technology

LCoS Display

Monocular system:

Resolution: 640 × 360
Type: Liquid Crystal on Silicon
Position: Above right eye
LED illumination

Field of View

Information window:

~15° equivalent
Small data display
Glanceable information
Not immersive

Display Position

Fixed location:

Above field of vision
Right eye only
Look up to view
Not adjustable

Processing

Snapdragon XR1

Purpose-built chip:

CPU: Quad-core up to 1.7GHz
Process: 10nm
First XR-specific processor
AI capabilities

XR1 Benefits

Platform advantages:

Computer vision optimized
AI engine
Power efficient
XR-designed

Memory

Adequate specification:

RAM: 3GB
Storage: 32GB
Enterprise applications
Reasonable capacity

Camera

8MP Camera

Improved from EE1:

Photo: 8 megapixels
Video: 1080p
Better than 5MP predecessor
Documentation capable

LED Flashlight

Low-light feature:

Built-in illumination
Dark environment support
Work light
Practical addition

Camera Applications

Use cases:

Remote expert "see what I see"
Documentation
Barcode scanning
Visual inspection

Audio

Mono Speaker

Built-in audio:

Single speaker
Notification sounds
Voice guidance
Basic communication

Beam-Forming Microphones

Voice capture:

3 microphones
Directional pickup
Noise reduction
Voice command optimized

Connectivity

Wi-Fi 5

Wireless networking:

Dual-band 802.11ac
Enterprise networks
Fast data transfer
Standard connectivity

Bluetooth 5.0

Wireless connections:

Bluetooth 5.0 with AoA
Accessory support
Device pairing
Modern standard

USB-C

Physical port:

Fast charging
Data transfer
Standard connector
Modern interface

Battery

820mAh Battery

Power specification:

~2 hours active use
Variable by workload
Reasonable for glasses
Shift limitations

Fast Charging

Quick power:

20 minutes to 50%
USB-C charging
Break-time charging
Practical feature

Physical Design

Modular Pod

Detachable display:

46g pod weight
Snap-on design
Multiple frame options
Flexible deployment

Frame Options

Mounting choices:

Standard titanium frames
Smith Optics safety frames
Prescription compatible
Work environment variety

Lightweight

Comfortable wear:

46g pod
Frame weight varies
Extended wear capable
Minimal fatigue

Input Methods

Voice Commands

Hands-free control:

"OK Glass" wake word
Voice navigation
Command execution
Primary input

Touchpad

Physical input:

Side temple touchpad
Swipe gestures
Tap selection
Backup input

Camera Input

Visual interaction:

Barcode scanning
QR code reading
Image recognition
Visual data

Software

Android 8.1 Oreo

Operating system:

Standard Android base
Enterprise management
App compatibility
Familiar development

Enterprise Features

Business capabilities:

Mobile device management
Remote configuration
Security features
Enterprise deployment

Partner Applications

Software ecosystem:

Teamviewer
Zoom
Custom enterprise apps
Partner solutions

Enterprise Applications

Manufacturing

Production support:

Assembly instructions
Quality inspection
Training guidance
Process documentation

Field Service

Technician support:

Remote expert assistance
Repair documentation
Hands-free information
Efficiency improvement

Healthcare

Medical applications:

Patient information display
Surgical documentation
Hands-free records
Communication

Logistics

Warehouse operations:

Pick-by-vision
Inventory management
Order verification
Efficiency gains

Discontinuation

March 2023 End

Product sunset:

Sales ended March 15, 2023
Support until September 2023
Software updates ended
Glass product line concluded

Legacy

Industry impact:

Pioneered consumer smart glasses
Enterprise pivot model
Assisted reality concept
Industry influence

Comparison with Competitors

Feature	Google Glass EE2	Vuzix M400	RealWear HMT-1
Price	$999	~$1,799	~$2,500
Processor	Snapdragon XR1	Snapdragon XR1	Snapdragon 625
Display	Monocular	Monocular	Monocular
Resolution	640×360	640×360	854×480
Camera	8MP/1080p	12.8MP/4K	16MP
Weight	46g (pod)	<85g	380g
Battery	~2 hours	2-3+ hours	2-3 hours
Status	Discontinued	Active	Active

Strengths and Limitations

Strengths

Lightweight design (46g pod)
Fast USB-C charging
Modular frame system
Snapdragon XR1 efficiency
Google ecosystem
Reasonable price ($999)

Limitations

Discontinued product
Small FOV (~15°)
Short battery life (~2 hours)
Fixed display position
Monocular only
Limited AR capabilities

Technical Specifications Summary

Specification	Details
Display	LCoS, 640 × 360
FOV	~15° equivalent
Processor	Snapdragon XR1 (quad-core 1.7GHz)
Memory	3GB RAM, 32GB storage
Camera	8MP, 1080p video
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0
Battery	820mAh (~2 hours)
Weight	46g (pod)
OS	Android 8.1 Oreo
Price	$999
Status	Discontinued (March 2023)

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