Google Glass was a concept first brought to light by Google themselves in May of 2012. It has from then on very quickly progressed and general release is set for the coming months. Google Glass is essentially a form of wearable technology that is worn as would spectacles be. It is fitted with a camera, earpiece and a small screen located in front of the top right eye. It is the very forefront of new technology that will be accessible to the millions and is set to revolution many industries including publishing.
Publishers specifically have turned their eye towards the Google Glass as it shows countless opportunities for publishers to expand their use of new technologies in now a very fast changing publishing market. In particular an in-app plugin for Google Glass has been created to allow writers and bloggers to work with WordPress publishing platforms. Through the tech in the Google Glass they will be able to instantly share pictures, videos and updates to fans and followers instantly!
Publishers specifically have turned their eye towards the Google Glass as it shows countless opportunities for publishers to expand their use of new technologies in now a very fast changing publishing market. In particular an in-app plugin for Google Glass has been created to allow writers and bloggers to work with WordPress publishing platforms. Through the tech in the Google Glass they will be able to instantly share pictures, videos and updates to fans and followers instantly!