Google Glass Gadget Apps, Review, Update: Glass to Partner with Intel

First Posted: Dec 01, 2014 02:55 PM EST

Google Glass has been struggling in recent weeks as app developers and consumers grow impatient about the years of beta testing Google is conducting to find the best market for the wearable computer. However, despite the setbacks, Google hasn't quit the idea of getting its Glass product to mass markets in the future, according to the Wall Street Journal.

Reports state that Google is already developing the next version of Glass and has left its partnership with Texas Instruments in favor of working with Intel.

The first consumer generation of Google Glass had multiple physical flaws: It had a short battery life and somewhat bulky casing. So for Intel to improve on the original design, or anyone else who lands the job, many hardware features need updating to make them more user-friendly in everyday life.

There are few details being released about this next version of Glass, but supposedly it will be powered by an unknown Intel chipset, according to WSJ. If this rumor is true, it will mark the first major upgrade to the product since its initial 2012 creation.

Although the tech gadget as yet to find its niche in this device-laden market, Google has continued to release updates to Glass. One of its first updates allowed the system to be compatible with prescription lenses on the smart-spectacles and the second major change doubled the amount of RAM in the device.

This move for Intel is one in a recent series of positioning itself back into the wearable and mobile chipset markets, an area the company had steered clear from previously. At the International CES last year, Intel announced new mobile aspirations and previewed several new wearable computing gadgets.

With other competitors like chip giant MICA unveiling a fairly sophisticated but exclusive wearable computer, Intel's decision to partner with a household-name like Google is likely a smart move.

HTC Desire 612 and HTC Desire 816: Features, Specifications, Price, Review

HTC Desire 612 and HTC Desire 816: Features, Specifications, Price, Review (Photo : unifiedgadgets.com) HTC Desire 612 and HTC Desire 816: Features, Specifications, Price, Review

HTC has brought spectacular smartphones in the market, most of them based on the Android platform. HTC's built quality and software performance are commendable. This resulted in market demand for HTC smart phones.

The Desire family of HTC has brought in affordable, high-quality phones to the market. The Desire 612, which was recently released, is based on Android 4.4 KitKat version, with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset, a Quad core 1.2GHz processor and an Adreno 305 graphics processor.

The new Desire 612 offers an internal storage of 8GB coupled with a 1GB RAM. This combination is best suited for all kinds of activities. The Desire 612 is built with 8MP primary camera and 1.3MP secondary camera, with features such as geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, HD video, image recording and so on. HTC has been providing excellent camera resolution in all its previous smart-phones.

The Desire 612 can be expected to have a good image and camera resolution. The memory factor of this devise acts as a major advantage for storing numerous photos and videos. When it comes to the audio factor of this gadget, the Desire 612 is built with dual front stereo speakers, which facilitates good quality audio. The Desire 612 features Wi-Fi 802, Bluetooth 4.0, GPRS, EDGE, Wi-Fi hotspot, microUSB v2.0, and powered by a 2040mAh battery, as reported by Android Central.

The next big smart phone which has already entered the market is the Desire 816. The Desire 816 is based on Android Kitkat 4.4 version, with Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset, Adreno 305 graphic processor, working on a Quad core 1.5GHz processor.

The Desire 816 has a physical weight of approximately 165 grams, with a 5.5 inches capacitive touch screen. This phone offers a 13MP primary camera, 5MP secondary camera, with autofocus, LED flash and so on.

Desire 816 with such high resolution camera provides crisp, clear images and videos to users. The camera software is mostly minimalistic with a lot of manual settings, but HTC goes bonkers when it comes to offering different picture modes to shoot in. There are 16 modes in total, some of which are quite unnecessary.

For example, the Mono mode lets users choose a colour cast, which makes the dedicated gray-scale and aqua modes redundant, NDTV reported. Priced at approximately $ 390, the Desire 816 is a good choice for people who prefer good stereo experience, camera quality and swift performance.

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Google Glass Price, Review, Release Date, Specs: WiFi But No GPS?

First Posted: Feb 08, 2014 04:42 PM EST

Over the past year great anticipation has been built around one of Google's new gadgets: Google Glass. The device will unlike any other in the market, advancing the tech industry exponentially. Google remains secretive when it comes to certain information about the device but it has provided advanced samples for testing as well as its specifications. There are also already well-known prospective buyers for the device who see its capabilities as useful.

So, what can Google Glass do? Well, many things. The device works like any other mobile device, with access to the Internet, apps and other capabilities. According to Tech Radar, who has a very lengthy and detailed summary of Google Glass, is Android-powered, making it compatible with various apps and smart phones. Using a miniature display on the right side corner of the lens, the user can view the options available, like taking a picture; get directions or simply Googling something. All of which is available with a simple voice command, or a tap on the touch-sensitive bar on the side of the frame.

The device's specifications raise it to the same level as contemporary smart devices. It has a 640 x 360 display with a five megapixel camera in the frame that captures video at a 720p resolution. According to Google the battery lasts a day and it has a flash memory of 16 GB, though it is reported to only have 12 GB of storage currently. However, Google Glass can synch with your Google Drive and upload or download files and images. It will also have Bluetook and Wifi built in but no GPS, which would require you to pair it up with your phone in case you need directions.

All of these capabilities makes Google Glass a very anticipated item this year but there are also worries about it being mishandled by users, allowing them to use it illicitly without others using it. Its versatility has piqued the interest of the NYPD, according to the New York Daily News. They report that the NYPD plans to use its built-in camera for facial recognition by comparing it to information available from the National Crime Information Center databases. Though the NYPD has not confirmed the allegations, Spain has already made a move to implement the new gadget.

Though concrete dates or prices have not been revealed, some speculate that Google Glass will become available around April 2014 at an estimated price of $600.

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