Latest Google Glass Specifications and Commands

Google Glass, a wearable computer with a head-mounted display is no more a part of fiction work. Google has recently announced the specifications of the concept and the commands which needs to be used in order to control the functioning of the device.

As per the specifications released on the Google support website, Google confirmed that the display used by the device is a high resolution display which is equivalent of a 25 inch high definition screen from eight feet away. The device also features a 5-megapixel camera capable of recording 720p videos. The device comes with adjustable nosepads and durable frame which is capable of fitting to any face. It also comes with extra nosepads in two sizes.

Google Glass will come with 16 GB of flash memory out of which 12 GB is usable memory and will be synced with Google cloud storage. For connectivity, Google Glass uses Wifi – 802.11b/g and Bluetooth which makes it compatible with any mobile with Bluetooth. However, in order to use GPS and SMS messaging services via the device, MyGlass companion apps is required on the mobile device that requires Android 4.0.3 (Ice Cream Sandwich) or higher.

The exact specs of battery in not released, however, as per Google, the device can offer one full day of typical use as some features, like Hangouts and video recording, are more battery intensive. A Micro USB cable and charger is also included in the package.

Google also indicates that Google Glass isn’t for everyone.

“Like when wearing glasses, some people may feel eye strain or get a headache. If you’ve had Lasik surgery, ask your doctor about risks of eye impact damage before using Glass. Don’t let children under 13 use Glass as it could harm developing vision. Also, kids might break Glass or hurt themselves, and Google’s terms of service don’t permit those under 13 to register a Google account. If Glass is not for you and you wish to return it, do so before the end of the applicable refund period.”

Mentioned below are certain set of commands which can be used to control the functioning of the device. The commands also indicates the typical usage of the device. These commands are derived on the basis of a product video released during February 2013.

Feature	Voice activation text
Record video	“ok, glass, record a video.”
Take picture	“ok, glass, take a picture.”
Use Google Now	“ok, glass, [question].”[34]
Start Google+ hangout	“ok, glass, hang out with [person/circle].”
Search	“ok, glass, google [search query].”
Search photos	“ok, glass, google photos of [search query].”
Translate	“ok, glass, say [text] in [language].”
Give directions	“ok, glass, give directions to [place].”
Send message	“ok, glass, send a message to [name].” “ok, glass, send [name] that [message].” “ok, glass, send [message] to [name].”
Display weather	none/automatically (Google Now) “ok, glass, how is the weather in [location]?” “ok, glass, do I need an umbrella today?”
Give flight details	none/automatically (Google Now) “ok, glass, when does flight [flight number] depart from [airport]?”