Google Glass: An Exploration of the Platform

Document Type

Project

Authors

Valentin Molina, Grand Valley State University

Lead Author Type

CIS Masters Student

Advisors

Dr. Robert Adams, adams@cis.gvsu.edu

Embargo Period

8-5-2014

Abstract

This project involves a thorough investigation of the Google Glass platform. The project involves three parts: identification of key platform capabilities, exploration of the developer API, and a business use-case evaluation. In the first part, the hardware capabilities were identified, with special emphasis on those features that separate Glass from traditional mobile platforms (i.e., smart phones). Second, the Google Development Toolkit (GDK)I is examined, again with special emphasis on the APIs specific to Glass. Finally, the project evaluates the suitability of Google Glass compared with other mobile or wearable platforms. In summary, Glass seems to have a place for certain niche use-cases, but doesn’t seem to offer significant advantages for a mass market.

ScholarWorks Citation

Molina, Valentin, "Google Glass: An Exploration of the Platform" (2014). Technical Library. 175.
https://scholarworks.gvsu.edu/cistechlib/175