Now that Google Glass is not basking in the glory and put on the backburner, the creators of similar devices can safely express themselves, to stand out from numerous competitors.

Sony has just released a sample copy of their SmartEyeglass (Developer Edition) in 10 countries. However, a little goofy design points, their limited functionality, and more than a high price tag ($ 840) is likely to ensure that most people are not interested in the further development of the gadget and do not want to buy it.

The presence of super-thick rim at Sony SmartEyeglass means that if you do not like to attract attention, it is unlikely that you will put on glasses and appeared to them on the street to catch the bewildered looks of passers-by.

Yes, they are equipped with a “unique holographic optics,” and yes, they offer a “real augmented reality”, but there is a separate controller, monochrome display, and the battery lasts only an hour while using a 3-megapixel camera. Of course, this version is designed for developers and is not yet a mass product, but it is doubtful that even they want to fork out to help blind from Sony this standing device.

But let’s not give up on trying to Sony introduced a competitive product. In the meantime, a prototype device is available in countries like US, UK, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, and Japan.

Source: DigitalTrends

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Sony announced today that provide skilled British airline Virgin Atlantic their wearable Soup SmartWatch 3 and SmartEyeglass to “simplify and accelerate the communication of technical assistance” among employees.

Clarifies that these devices will be equipped with airline staff working at the airport Heathrow. The experiment will last for several months and will start from next week.

This, incidentally, is already the second time that Virgin Atlantic has sought assistance from Sony.

A year ago, the company’s staff magazine received a temporary use Sony Smartwatch 2 and Google Glass, to welcome the first-class passengers by name.

It is assumed that SmartEyeglass Developer Edition will be used to transmit video in real time between engineers and owners offer 3 SmartWatch notice and operational link.

Director of Virgin Atlantic, Phil Maher, commented on the news: “We are proud of our innovative activities, to ensure the best experience for our customers.

We want to understand what the new can bring to our work technology. This is a great way to give people instant access to information for more efficient discharge of their official duties.”

Source: Engadget

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Sony unveiled at MWC 2015 a wearable device, along with the tablet and smartphone Xperia Z4 M4 Aqua. For the first time, the novelty was demonstrated at CES in January this year.

SmartEyeglass module idea is that the device can be mounted on any points, making them intelligent. The device is lightweight and easy to wear.

Comparison with Google Glass makes it clear that SmartEyeglass 40 grams lighter the first pair of glasses Google. Modular display is equipped with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 3.0.

0.23-inch color OLED-screen seems not very large. The display has a resolution of 640 x 400 pixels and it seems very clever. It seems that the new focus for a longer period than did the glasses by Google.

Journalists portal wareable.com tried a novelty in itself, playing at the show in the demo version of the game of tennis.

In the future, the developer plans to increase the battery life, as well as add support for cycling and golfing. Sony SmartEyeglass sales will begin this year.

Source: Wareable

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Corporation of Japan has decided to compete with Google’s market virtual reality glasses. On March 10, 2015 will start selling SmartEyeglass, the official website of the manufacturer.

However, while the new product will be available in a special configuration, intended for developers only. Release in early March will take place in several European countries, the USA and Japan. Already in Germany and the UK can pre-order at a price of 840 dollars.

Virtual reality glasses from Sony compatible with all smartphones based on operating system Android.

It is known that the gadget will show users the various notifications (calls, SMS, etc.) and displays the text and pictures. Basic functionality as close to Google Glass.

Still at SmartEyeglass have a gyroscope, compass, light sensor, microphone, camera 3 MP, accelerometer. Device equipped with a mini remote control, consisting of columns, and the battery.

At the same time the manufacturer will release a SDK (Software Development Kit) for those who intend to develop a variety of applications for the headset.

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